All Brands Owned by United Spirits Limited

Is United Spirits publicly traded?
Yes, United Spirits Limited is publicly traded on the NSE (UNITEDSPIRIT) and BSE (532432). Diageo plc holds approximately 55% of shares through its subsidiary Relay BV.

Who is the largest shareholder in United Spirits?
Diageo plc, the British multinational alcoholic beverages company, is the largest shareholder with approximately 55% of USL's shares.

When was United Spirits founded?
United Spirits traces its origins to McDowell & Company, founded in 1898 by Angus McDowell. The company was renamed United Spirits Limited in 2005. It became part of the UB Group under Vittal Mallya and was acquired by Diageo in 2012 to 2014.

Where is United Spirits headquartered?
United Spirits is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, with 35 manufacturing facilities across the country.

What are United Spirits' major brands?
USL's major brands include McDowell's No.1, Royal Challenge, Antiquity, Signature, Johnnie Walker, Black Dog, Smirnoff, Tanqueray, Captain Morgan, and Godawan. The portfolio combines Diageo's global brands with legacy Indian brands.

Did United Spirits sell RCB?
Yes, in March 2026, USL announced the sale of its 100% stake in Royal Challengers Sports Private Limited (RCSPL), which owned the RCB IPL and WPL franchises, to a consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone's BXPE for Rs 16,660 crore (approximately $1.78 billion) in an all-cash transaction.