Monika Alcobev Limited has announced a strategic partnership with renowned designer Gaurav Gupta for the launch of his flagship menswear store at DLF Emporio, New Delhi. The collaboration positions 1800 Tequila as the exclusive premium spirits partner, creating a unique intersection between luxury fashion and premium hospitality.

Partnership Details

The partnership brings together two distinct luxury segments, with Monika Alcobev curating an elevated spirits experience that complements Gaurav Gupta's sculptural menswear collection. The collaboration was designed to create synergy between the designer's form-driven aesthetic and 1800 Tequila's focus on craftsmanship.

Management Perspective

Commenting on the collaboration, Mr. Kunal Patel, Managing Director, Monika Alcobev Ltd stated, "Luxury fashion platforms offer meaningful opportunities for premium brands to build relevance and recall. Collaborations like this strengthen brand familiarity while supporting long-term growth across on-trade and retail channels."

The partnership reflects the company's strategy of building meaningful brand experiences through carefully curated collaborations in the luxury retail space.

Event Highlights

The flagship store launch featured a bespoke 1800 Tequila bar as the centerpiece of the evening's hospitality experience. The bar offered expertly crafted cocktails and composed serves, allowing guests to experience the brand through both flavor and presentation.

Key features of the collaboration included:

• Custom-designed bar mirroring the store's elegant aesthetics
• Expertly crafted cocktail offerings
• Seamless integration between fashion and hospitality elements
• Sophisticated visual experience throughout the space

About the Partners

Monika Alcobev Limited

Monika Alcobev is a leading importer, distributor and marketer of premium alcoholic beverage brands across the Indian subcontinent. The company provides end-to-end execution across HORECA, Retail and Travel Retail channels, with a portfolio including globally acclaimed brands such as Jose Cuervo, 1800, Remy Martin, Cointreau, Choya, Botanist, Ron Diplomático, and the VSPT Group.

With over 100 world-renowned labels and a strong presence across key markets, the company remains at the forefront of India's premium alco-beverage landscape. In July 2025, the company achieved a major milestone with a highly successful SME IPO, marking the next phase of strategic growth and expansion.

Gaurav Gupta

Founded in 2005, Gaurav Gupta is an Indian luxury fashion house internationally recognised for its sculptural couture and forward-looking design language. The brand, led by Central Saint Martins alumnus Gaurav Gupta, has built a distinctive aesthetic merging indigenous Indian construction techniques with architectural silhouettes.

As a permanent member of the Paris Haute Couture Week calendar, the brand is among the few Indian houses officially invited by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode. The house is known for pioneering sari-inspired gowns and continues to redefine modern luxury through craftsmanship and cultural storytelling.

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Monika Alcobev Limited has received a credit rating upgrade from Acuite Ratings & Research Limited for its bank facilities worth ₹42.00 crores. The company informed BSE Limited about this development on January 21, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.

Rating Upgrade Details

Acuite Ratings upgraded both the long-term and short-term credit ratings for the company's bank facilities. The comprehensive rating action covers the entire quantum of the company's banking arrangements.

Facility-wise Breakdown

The upgraded ratings apply to specific banking facilities availed by Monika Alcobev Limited from leading financial institutions. The facilities are structured across different banks to optimize the company's working capital requirements.

Rating Letter Validity

The rating letter issued by Acuite Ratings on January 20, 2026, remains valid until March 23, 2026. The rating agency has indicated that it reserves the right to revise the ratings based on new information or circumstances that may impact the company's creditworthiness. The annual fee for the rating remains valid until March 23, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance

The company has fulfilled its disclosure obligations under SEBI regulations by promptly informing the stock exchange about the rating upgrade. The intimation has been made available on the company's website at www.monikaalcobev.com . As per regulatory requirements, the company will need to furnish No Default Statements on the first working day of every month while the rating remains outstanding.

Company Information

Monika Alcobev Limited, headquartered in Maharashtra, operates from its facility at Arshiya International Ltd SEZ in Raigad. The company secretary and compliance officer, Kalpesh Ramina, signed the regulatory filing that informed stakeholders about the credit rating upgrade.