Hanoi Wine and Beverage Joint Stock Company

What Hanoi Wine and Beverage Joint Stock Company does

Hanoi Liquor and Beverage Joint Stock Company (HALICO), established in 1898 as the French Fontaine Liquor Factory, is Vietnam's largest and most prestigious liquor enterprise. Following equitization in 2006, HALICO operates as a Vietnamese joint stock company headquartered at the historic 94 Lo Duc address in Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi, with branch offices in Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City.

HALICO's core production is rice-based vodka and traditional liquor, manufactured at the modern Yen Phong Industrial Zone facility in Bac Ninh Province (inaugurated October 10, 2012 with more than 750 billion VND invested). The facility uses an 8-column distillation system described as the most modern in Southeast Asia, plus a KRONES fully automatic bottling line from Germany running at 26,000 bottles per hour, a Russian-imported Silver Filtration System, and dedicated rice silos. Combined production capacity reaches 12 million liters of Extra-Neutral Alcohol per year and 40 million liters of vodka and liquor per year. The portfolio includes the flagship VODKA HANOI line (Red Label, Premium, S120, Major, VINA variants), traditional liquors (Lua Moi, Nep Moi), the premium Vodka 94 Lo Duc, a broad range of fruit and herbal liqueurs (HANOI 1898, Keats, Sen Viet, Bakich, Moonlight Umeshu, Thanh Mai, Coffee, Lemon, Tao Meo, Black Sticky Rice, Bap Corn), gift collections, and HALICLEAN hand sanitizer and 70% industrial ethanol.

HALICO generates revenue primarily through one-time sales of its branded beverages to Vietnamese consumers via a nationwide agent and distributor network, and to international consumers through exports to Eastern Europe, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. The company also supplies extra-neutral alcohol for industrial and food-grade applications. HALICO signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Diageo Singapore in 2011, and holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 13485:2016 certifications, alongside the First-Class Labor Medal from the Government of Vietnam and Vietnam Producer of the Year at the New York International Spirits Competition 2020.

Name

Hanoi Wine and Beverage Joint Stock Company

Legal name

Hanoi Liquor And Beverage Joint Stock Company

Website

https://halico.com.vn

Company type

Private

Founded year

1898

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

HALICO manufactures vodka, traditional rice-based liquors, fruit liqueurs, and food-grade alcohol in Vietnam, operating the country's largest distillery (established 1898) and distributing nationwide with exports to Eastern Europe, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Spirits Manufacturing (Vodka and Rice-Based Liquors)

NAICS

Distilleries (312140), Distilleries (31214), Ethyl Alcohol Manufacturing (325193)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Distilled Spirits Production & Distilling (AFAFAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Alcoholic Beverage Blending, Bottling & Private Label (Non-Distilling) (AFAFAAAH), Sake, Soju & Other Asian Alcoholic Beverages Producers & Brands (CRADAIAF)

Keywords

• Vodka manufacturing
• Rice-based liquors
• Traditional spirits
• Flavored liqueurs
• Industrial ethanol

Headquarters

HQ city

Hanoi

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Liquor and Vodka Production and Sales: Production and sale of vodka and liquor products fermented from Vietnamese rice, including flagship products like Vodka Hanoi, Lua Moi, Nep Moi, and various fruit liqueurs
2. Extra-Neutral Alcohol: Production of high-purity alcohol (12 million liters/year capacity) for industrial and food-grade applications
3. Hand Sanitizer and Ethanol Products: Food-grade alcohol and disinfectant products including HALICLEAN hand sanitizer and 70% vol ethanol

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

HALICO manufactures and sells vodka and traditional rice-based liquors fermented from Vietnamese rice with pure yeast, distilled through an 8-column distillation system and finished with Russian Silver Filtration. The portfolio includes flagship Vodka Hanoi variants, traditional liquors (Lua Moi, Nep Moi, Hanoi Liquor), flavored liqueurs (Hanoi 1898, Bakich, Sen Viet, Keats, Moonlight Umeshu), gift collections, hand sanitizer (HALICLEAN), and 70% industrial ethanol for food-grade applications.

Product overview

Halico (Hanoi Liquor and Beverage Joint Stock Company) is Vietnam's largest and most prestigious liquor enterprise, established in 1898. The company operates as a beverage alcohol manufacturer producing a comprehensive portfolio centered on vodka and traditional rice-based liquors. Core products include the flagship VODKA HANOI line (available as standard, Red Label, Premium, S120, Major, and VINA variants), traditional liquors (LUA MOI, NEP MOI, HANOI LIQUOR), and the premium VODKA 94 LO DUC. The flavored liquor portfolio includes fruit liqueurs (Hanoi 1898 Orange/Plum/Apricot, Keats, Moonlight Umeshu, Thanh Mai, Lemon), specialty liqueurs (Coffee, Ba Kich/Bakich, Black Sticky Rice, Sen Viet, Tao Meo, BAP Corn), and gift collections (Liquor Collection, Vodka Collection). Additionally, Halico produces related products including HALICLEAN hand sanitizer and HALICO 70% industrial ethanol. Products are distributed nationwide through an extensive distribution network and exported to markets including Eastern Europe, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VODKA HANOI: Flagship vodka product line including Red Label, Blue Label, Premium, Major, and S120 variants
• VINA VODKA
• LUA MOI
• NEP MOI
• HANOI 1898
• BAKICH SEALION
• HALICLEAN
• KEATS
• SEN VIET

Products and services

• VODKA HANOI Flagship vodka product fermented from rice with pure yeast, distilled via 8-column system and Russian Silver Filtration. Available in 300ml, 500ml, and 700ml sizes with ABV from 29.5% to 39.5% for Vietnamese consumers.
• VODKA HANOI S120 Premium vodka commemorating 120 years of HALICO heritage; made from glutinous rice, presented in a 1.75L bottle at 40% ABV. Gold Award winner at NYISC 2020.
• VODKA HANOI PREMIUM Premium white vodka with smooth, sweet taste designed for high-rank business events and gatherings, inheriting the Vodka Hanoi production standards.
• VODKA HANOI RED LABEL Standard transparent vodka fermented from rice with pure yeast and 8-column distillation. 300ml bottle at 29.5% ABV.
• VODKA 94 LO DUC Premium vodka named after HALICO's historic 94 Lo Duc Street address; produced with advanced fermentation, distillation, blending, and filtration technology. 500ml at 25% or 35% ABV.
• MAJOR VODKA HANOI Clear vodka fermented from rice with pure yeast, distilled and silver-filtered, bottled in PET with aluminium cap. 500ml at 35% ABV.
• VINA VODKA Vodka produced from sticky glutinous rice of Northern Vietnam; 8-column distillation and Silver filtration. 500ml at 33% or 39.5% ABV.
• LUA MOI Traditional strong liquor blend of natural flavoured rice liquor popular since the 1970s. Available in 500ml (45% ABV) and 700ml (40% ABV).
• NEP MOI Sticky rice liqueur popular with Vietnamese, Japanese, and Korean consumers; mixes special sticky rice flavor with pure vodka. 500ml (30% ABV), 700ml (40% ABV), 375ml (55% ABV).
• HANOI LIQUOR Neutral rice liquor suitable for Vietnamese family parties and fruit/medicinal plant soaking. PET bottled. 2L at 30/35% ABV or 4L at various ABV levels.
• COFFEE LIQUEUR Liqueur from freshly ground and roasted coffee beans soaked in neutral liquor and aged to blend coffee aroma with warming spice. 500ml at 25% ABV.
• BAKICH LIQUEUR (Ba Kich Sealion) Herbal liqueur made from Ba Kich (Morinda officinalis) roots cleaned, soaked in liquor, filtered and aged in cold storage. 500ml at 33% ABV.
• BLACK STICKY RICE LIQUEUR (Nep Cam) Liqueur fermented from black glutinous rice with Chinese herbs; dark brown color with sweet and spicy aroma. 600ml at 29.5% ABV.
• SEN VIET LIQUOR Premium rice wine infused with pure lotus essence representing Vietnamese identity and heritage. 500ml at 26% ABV.
• BAP CORN FLAVOURED VODKA Corn-flavored vodka blending young fragrant corn with Halico vodka; best served chilled. 300ml at 19.5% ABV.
• KEATS TROPICAL FRUITS LIQUOR Liqueur blending fresh apricots and plums from Northwest Vietnam with Halico spirits; sweet and sour harmonious taste. 250ml at 18% ABV.
• MOONLIGHT UMESHU LIQUOR Apricot liqueur featuring whole green apricots inside the bottle, sourced from Son La, Dien Bien, Lai Chau, and Lao Cai. 500ml at 18% ABV.
• HANOI 1898 ORANGE LIQUEUR Liqueur from fresh oranges grown in Ham Yen, Tuyen Quang; golden color with orange aroma and balanced bitterness. 500ml at 25% ABV.
• HANOI 1898 PLUM LIQUEUR Liqueur from Hau plums of Son La province, soaked in pure rice wine; red color with rich sweet and sour flavor. 500ml at 15% ABV.
• HANOI 1898 APRICOT LIQUEUR Apricot liqueur from apricots harvested March to May in Northern mountainous Vietnam; crisp sweet and sour finish. 500ml at 14.5% ABV.
• TAO MEO LIQUEUR Docynia indica liqueur from northern mountain regions; combined with refined rice wine through 8 distillation towers. 500ml at 30% ABV.
• THANH MAI LIQUEUR Apricot liqueur from yellow ripe apricots in mountainous areas, soaked in neutral liquor; Bronze Award winner at NYISC 2020.
• LEMON LIQUEUR Natural lemon liqueur from fresh lemon extract with pure liquor.
• LIQUOR COLLECTION Gift set of three 100ml bottles of Lemon, Apricot, and Coffee Liquors. 25% ABV total. Designed for gifting purposes.
• VODKA COLLECTION Gift set of three 100ml bottles including Vodka Hanoi, Lua Moi, and Nep Moi in elegant packaging. 40% ABV. Designed for gifting purposes.
• HALICLEAN HAND SANITIZER Hand sanitizer based on WHO formulation with Food Grade Alcohol (80% Ethanol) made from rice using 8-column distillation; kills 99.9% of bacteria. Available in 100ml, 300ml, and 500ml sizes. ISO 13485 certified.
• HALICO 70% VOL ETHANOL Industrial ethanol produced from 100% Vietnamese rice through grinding, liquefaction, fermentation, and distillation on advanced automatic equipment; certified to ISO standards. Used as food-grade material for food and beverage industries. 500ml and 2L at 70% ABV.

Quantifiable outcome

• Gold Winner at New York International Spirits Competition 2020 for Vodka Hanoi Special 120
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Diageo Singapore Private LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2011HALICO signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Diageo - one of the largest beverage groups in the world. This partnership positions HALICO for international expansion and knowledge sharing in beverage production and marketing.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Pernod Ricard: Global spirits group owning Absolut Vodka, Chivas, and Jameson. Comparable as a multinational vodka and spirits producer competing in the same category HALICO targets for export expansion.
• Saigon Beer - Alcohol Beverage Corporation (Sabeco): Vietnam's largest beverage company by volume, focused on beer. Highly comparable as a domestic Vietnamese alcoholic beverage champion with nationwide distribution, though the category (beer) differs from HALICO's spirits focus.
• Diageo plc: World's largest spirits producer and HALICO's strategic partner since 2011. Comparable as a multinational vodka and spirits portfolio operator; Diageo owns Smirnoff, a direct vodka competitor to HALICO's VODKA HANOI line.
• Hanoi Beer Alcohol and Beverage Joint Stock Corporation (Habeco): Vietnamese state-linked brewer headquartered in Hanoi under the same SCIC parent structure. Directly comparable as a Hanoi-based, equitized state-origin beverage manufacturer with similar corporate heritage and distribution scale.

Emerging players

• Masan Consumer (Masan MEATLife): Vietnamese CPG company with growing beverage portfolio. Comparable as a Vietnamese branded consumer goods producer targeting domestic mass and premium segments, though focused on non-alcoholic beverages.

Regional players

• Hite Jinro: Korean soju and spirits producer. Comparable as a regional Asian distiller using rice-based fermentation, overlapping with HALICO's NEP MOI sticky rice liqueur marketed in Korea.
• Lotte Chilsung Beverage: Korean alcoholic beverage producer with soju and traditional spirits. Comparable as a regional player in Asian traditional spirits serving the same Korean export market as HALICO.
• Suntory Holdings: Japanese spirits giant with rice-based shochu and vodka brands. Comparable as an Asian rice-based spirits producer with international distribution, exporting to similar markets (Japan, Korea, Taiwan) where HALICO also ships.
• Stalin Vodka (Soyuz) / Russian Standard: Russian vodka producer supplying Eastern Europe, an export region HALICO serves. Comparable as a regional vodka specialist using rice/grain fermentation and multi-column distillation, similar to HALICO's rice-based production platform.
• Tribeco (Sai Gon Beverage): Vietnamese beverage manufacturer. Comparable as a domestic Vietnamese beverage producer with similar distribution footprint, though focused on soft drinks rather than spirits.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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