Maya Pistola Agavepura bags four prestigious wins at USA Spirits ratings 2025

Maya Pistola Agavepura, Asia’s first premium 100% aged agave spirit, makes a significant mark on the global stage yet again, by earning four accolades at the recently released USA Spirits Ratings 2025. Their Reposado expression was crowned Spirit of the Year- India 2025 and received a gold medal with an exceptional 95 points, underscoring its superior craftsmanship and world-class quality. The brand’s Añejo expression also earned Gold with 92 points, while the Joven variant secured a Silver Medal with 89 points, further cementing the brand’s position as a global contender in the premium craft spirits landscape.   

The USA Spirits Ratings, organised annually by Beverage Trade Network in San Francisco, is a globally respected competition that honours excellence in spirits through a comprehensive evaluation process. Now in its seventh edition, the platform is uniquely designed to recognise products that deliver across three key criteria - Quality, Value, and Packaging - ensuring a balance between craftsmanship and consumer appeal. Judged by leading industry professionals, including top independent, regional, and national retail buyers, the competition awards Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Double Gold medals to outstanding entries.    

With these new wins, Maya Pistola’s national and international awards tally now stands at 46 accolades across its diverse portfolio. Since its launch in 2022, the brand has consistently earned global acclaim for its distinct Indian expression of agave, refined ageing techniques, and bold sense of provenance. The portfolio spans five expressions namely Joven, Reposado, Rosa, Añejo, and Extra Añejo -  each matured for different time periods capturing a distinct nuance of agave and showcasing the depth of Indian terroir. Over the past year, Pistola has expanded its footprint across Rajasthan and Haryana, while making its mark internationally in Singapore, Thailand, Europe, the USA, and the UK.   

Rakshay Dhariwal, Founder & Director of Maya Pistola Agavepura said, “To have Pistola recognised at the USA Spirits Ratings is a proud moment for us and for India’s emerging agave category. We set out to create a spirit that captures our country’s craftsmanship, and it’s incredible to see that vision resonate with global experts and consumers alike. This recognition reaffirms India’s place on the world map of premium craft spirits.”