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Cupid Breweries and Distilleries Ltd is making a bold move into the alcoholic beverages (alcobev) space by acquiring assets of Martin Judds Microbreweries and securing the necessary licenses to begin manufacturing its own line of alcobev products. The decision was approved at a recent board meeting and signals a strategic shift toward inhouse production and brand development.
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Asset Acquisition: The company will acquire Martin Judds Microbreweries’ production assets, which include brewing equipment, fermentation tanks, and packaging lines. This gives Cupid a readymade platform to enter the craft beer and premium alcobev segments.
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License Approval: Cupid has obtained the required state and central licenses to manufacture alcoholic beverages, allowing it to produce and distribute under its own label.
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Strategic Expansion: The move is part of Cupid’s broader plan to diversify its revenue streams and tap into India’s growing demand for premium and craft alcoholic beverages.
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Operational Readiness: With the acquisition and licenses in place, the company is expected to begin production in the coming quarters, targeting both domestic and export markets.
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Market Response: Investors have responded positively, with the stock seeing increased volumes amid expectations of higher margins and brand value creation.
This dualpronged strategy positions Cupid Breweries to evolve from a tradingfocused entity into a fullfledged alcobev manufacturer with its own product line and production capabilities.
Sources: Economic Times, Moneycontrol, BSE India
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