MUMBAI: Som Distilleries and Breweries Ltd has announced plans for a significant expansion into Uttar Pradesh through its subsidiary, Woodpecker Greenagri Nutrients Pvt Ltd.

The company will invest approximately Rs 600 crores  to develop a greenfield project in Khimsepur, Farrukhabad district. The integrated facility will include a brewery, distillery, and additional manufacturing operations.

The Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) has allocated a 40-acre land parcel for the project. Construction is expected to commence following regulatory approvals from the state government.
In a disclosure to stock exchanges, the company noted that this expansion into Uttar Pradesh—India's most populous state—represents a strategic move to establish a truly nationwide presence. The company cited the state's size, demographics, and business-friendly industrial policies as key factors behind the investment decision.

Som Distilleries, known for brands including Hunter beer and Black Fort whisky, has historically maintained a strong presence in central India. This new facility marks its most significant expansion into northern India to date.