Mohan Meakin

Mohan Meakin is a name that is well-recognized in the entire region of Solan and its nearby cities. It is a famous brewery in the city of Solan and is known for manufacturing the first ever beer of India, The Lion Beer. It was founded by Edward Abraham Dyer in the year 1855. After the independence of the country, Mr. Edward traveled to Shimla and set up the branch of Mohan Meakin Brewery. Presently, this brewery has its headquarters in Uttar Pradesh and other branches in Shimla, Ooty, Chandigarh, Darjeeling, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Chennai.

Why Is It Famous?
The sole reason for Mohan Brewery for its fame is its status as India’s first brewery. However, it wasn’t an Indian brewery but the first brewery in India that manufactured the alcoholic beverages like the beer, rum, and whiskey.

The legacy of this brewery halted for a while in India but Mr. Narendar Mohan, a wealthy merchant, collected funds and traveled to London. He held a major stake in the Meakin Brewery and renamed it as Mohan Meakin. After a hiatus, the company emanated as India’s leading brewery that manufactures the alcoholic drinks like the Old Monk, Lion, Diplomat Deluxe, Colonel’s Special, Kaplanski Vodka etc.

Its Popular Brands!
The alcoholic drinks like the Old Monk, Lion, Diplomat Deluxe, Colonel’s Special, Kaplanski Vodka, Summer Hall, Meakin, 10,000, No.1, Black Night, London Dry, and Golden Eagle are its famous brands across Himachal Pradesh and the whole country.

Reaching There:-
Mohan Meakin’s branch of Himachal Pradesh is situated in Solan. It can be reached easily via state-run buses, express trains, and flights due to the wide connectivity. Traveling within Solan is done via local transit.

Nearest Railway Station:- Solan Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Chandigarh Airport