Scotland – Avishek Bambii Das, CEO of Ospree Duty Free, has been recognized as a Keeper of the Quaich, the highest honor in the Scotch whisky industry, during a prestigious ceremony held at Blair Atholl Castle. The exclusive accolade, awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the Scotch whisky world, places Avishek among a select group of honorees globally, with few Indians achieving this distinction.
In the same ceremony, rock legend Sir Rod Stewart was also inducted as a Keeper of the Quaich, further highlighting the significance of the event.
Reflecting on the honor, Avishek Bambii Das expressed his excitement, saying, “Being recognized as a Keeper of the Quaich is a remarkable and rare privilege. It is humbling to be acknowledged by the Scotch whisky community, which stands for tradition and excellence. This honor reflects our passion for Scotch whisky, and we look forward to continuing our contribution to this exceptional industry.”
Under Avishek’s leadership, Ospree Duty Free has witnessed impressive growth, particularly in the Single Malt Scotch category, which saw a 60% year-on-year (YoY) increase. In FY24, the whisky category grew by 41%, accounting for 45% of the company’s total revenue. Ospree’s unique range of over 250 malts has been a key driver of this success.
As the CEO of one of the world’s fastest-growing duty-free businesses, Avishek Bambii Das’s recognition as a Keeper of the Quaich underscores his dedication to promoting the legacy of Scotch whisky and leading its extraordinary growth.
