Press Release Overview

New Delhi, 20 August 2026 – Saltborn, the collective that created the home‑grown beverage brand Simba, announced that Simba Wild secured a Silver award and Simba Lager a Bronze award at the 2026 World Beer Awards. These two honours join the Silver for Simba Wit and Bronze for Simba Stout earned at the 2025 World Beer Awards, meaning every variant in Simba’s current four‑product portfolio is now recognised by the competition.

Award Details

  • Simba Wild – Launched in July 2026, the newest addition to the portfolio, achieved a Silver award within weeks of market entry. The beer is described as crisp and refreshing, with subtle malt notes and delicate hop aromas, offering flavour without compromising drinkability.
  • Simba Lager – An established offering, received a Bronze award. It is characterised by a clean, refreshing character and an approachable profile, underscoring Simba’s ability to produce distinct styles while maintaining a focus on quality.
  • Previous recognitions – Simba Wit earned a Silver award and Simba Stout a Bronze award at the World Beer Awards 2025.

Milestone Significance

With all four variants—Wild, Lager, Wit and Stout—now award‑recognised, Simba marks a significant milestone as it celebrates ten years of brewing in India and looks ahead to its second decade. The brand’s journey includes establishing its own brewery, championing small‑batch craft beverages, and expanding into a portfolio that spans multiple beer styles.

Founder Comment

Ishwaraj Singh Bhatia, Co‑founder of Simba and ZigZag, stated: “When we started Simba ten years ago, we set out to build a beverage brand rooted in craft, quality and a genuine belief in what we were brewing. Having Simba Wild and Simba Lager now join Wit and Stout at the World Beer Awards, with every variant in our portfolio recognised internationally, is a proud moment for us. It speaks to the consistency we have built over the years and the belief we have always had in making beverages that stand for something. A decade on, seeing that journey reflected across our entire portfolio is incredibly rewarding.”

Brand Community Initiatives

Over the past decade Simba has expanded beyond the product itself, creating platforms such as Simba Uproar, First Time with Simba, Simba Garage and Simba Wagwan to engage consumers through music, creativity and community experiences.

About Saltborn

Saltborn describes itself as a visionary collective redefining premium consumer experiences through high‑quality craftsmanship, authenticity and innovation. Its portfolio includes Simba and ZigZag, with ambitions that extend beyond alcoholic beverages.

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