Restaurant India News: Som Distilleries Sees Margin Growth in Q1 FY26 as Revenue Touches Rs 530 Cr

Som Distilleries & Breweries Ltd. has reported its audited financial results for the first quarter of FY26, ended June 30, 2025. The company posted steady revenue growth and improved profitability, supported by cost efficiency and disciplined execution.

For Q1 FY26, total income stood at Rs 530.07 crores, reflecting a 3 percent year-on-year increase compared to Q1 FY25. The growth comes despite industry challenges, including higher excise duties in key states such as Karnataka.

EBITDA for the quarter reached Rs 72.05 crores, with margins rising to 13.59 percent from 12.62 percent in the same quarter last year. Profit Before Tax (PBT) was Rs 58.38 crores, compared to Rs 56.03 crores in Q1 FY25. Net Profit After Tax (PAT) came in at Rs 42.06 crores, higher than Rs 41.01 crores in the previous year’s first quarter.

Deepak Arora, Chief Executive Officer, Som Group of Companies, said, “Our Q1 FY 2026 results reflect the momentum we've built through disciplined execution, operational efficiency, and strategic resilience. Despite regulatory challenges, our strong revenue growth and margin expansion underscore our ability to navigate complexity and deliver consistent value. These results go beyond some numbers – this showcase our strategic commitment to shaping a future-ready organization anchored in efficiency, sustainability, and innovation driven by consumer needs.”

J.K. Arora, CMD, Som Group of Companies, added, “We are pleased with the financial and operational progress made in the first quarter of FY 2026. The continued rise in profitability and robust performance across key metrics validate our long-term strategy. With the upcoming expansion in Uttar Pradesh and deeper focus on the IMFL segment, we are on a solid path toward sustainable growth. The steady progress across all financial indicators reflects our team’s discipline, foresight, and unwavering dedication to generating long-term value for our stakeholders. Moving forward, we remain committed to responsible expansion, uncompromising quality, and making a significant contribution to India’s economic and industrial growth journey.”

Looking ahead, Som Distilleries is advancing its expansion strategy with a new greenfield manufacturing unit in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. The project will boost production capacity, create 700–800 jobs, strengthen supply chains, and add to the state’s industrial base. The company is also increasing its focus on the IMFL (Indian Made Foreign Liquor) portfolio to complement its strong beer business, aiming to diversify revenue, improve margins, and expand into newer consumer categories.

Som Distilleries has further aligned its growth model with sustainability by integrating Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems and renewable energy usage at upcoming facilities. The company has positioned itself to balance expansion with ESG priorities while reinforcing its standing in India’s alcoholic beverages sector.