Feline Spirits Raises Rs 5.2 Cr In Pre-Series A Round Led by IPV

Homegrown craft alcoholic beverage startup Feline Spirits has raised Rs 5.2 crore in a funding round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV), a Gurugram-based angel investment firm.

The company said the funds will be used to grow its fuel portfolio and help it expand into new regions.

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Ankur Mittal, Co-Founder- IPV, said, "India's alcohol market has long been split between low-quality mass products and overpriced international brands. Feline Spirits bridges this gap by offering premium, handcrafted liquor that's high in quality, thoughtfully designed, and reasonably priced. Feline is setting a new standard, where well-made, great-looking spirits are no longer a luxury, but the norm."

"At Feline Spirits, our vision has always been to redefine India's alcohol industry by crafting high-quality, premium spirits.Our partnership with IPV has provided us with the right strategic backing to accelerate our expansion and establish Feline Spirits as a formidable player in the market. As we expand our footprint across the country and strengthen our partnerships, we're excited to lead a transformation in the way consumers engage with and enjoy craft alcohol," said Prabhat Sharma, CEO of Feline Spirits.

About Feline Spirits

Founded in 2019 by Prabhat Sharma and Rohit Saxena, Feline Spirits brings together the legacy of a third-generation master blender and strong consumer understanding to create premium spirits for modern tastes. 

By mixing traditional distilling skills with today’s trends—like smoother flavors, creative blends, and stylish branding—they’ve built a strong presence in a tough market, offering quality drinks that are both upscale and affordable for today’s drinkers.

Feline Spirits operates in 8 states and union territories, offering a wide range of products and serving over 20 lakh customers. The brand said it is steadily expanding in both private and government markets.

In FY23-24, the company sold over 2 lakh bottles a month, earning more than Rs 11 crore in revenue. In FY24-25, it reported sales of 19,751 cases, generating over Rs 25 crore in sales value.

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