February 1, 2024—Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC)
and Luxury Spirits International, an international luxury portfolio of premium spirits, announces market expansion effective January.
With this agreement, RNDC now represents Flor de Caña in nine new states plus the District of Columbia, an addition to the existing national alignment. This renewed commitment builds upon a strong foundation and will now include Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.
“We’re thrilled to expand our partnership with Flor de Caña,” said Nick Mehall, Chief Executive Officer at RNDC. “Over the years they’ve developed one of the most highly regarded, award winning, high-end rum portfolios. We look forward to providing the support and expertise to further grow their brand and broaden their reach.”
“It’s exciting to build upon our partnership with RNDC, said Marc Hirten, President of Luxury Spirits International. “Flor de Caña’s portfolio of exceptionally smooth bourbon barrel aged rums, is well-positioned to capture the attention of spirits connoisseurs. We’re confident by expanding our relationship with RNDC’s team, we’re going to expand the brand’s footprint and exceed growth targets.”
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About Republic National Distributing Company
As a top beverage alcohol distributor in the nation, RNDC’s national reach helps suppliers by building strategic relationships with on- and off-premise customers to elevate their brands and reach their target consumers. RNDC currently operates in 39 states including the District of Columbia across the United States. To learn more, visit www.rndc-usa.com or contact Kanchan Kinkade, Vice President, Corporate Communications at Kanchan.Achar@rndc-usa.com
About Flor de Caña Rum
Flor de Caña is Nicaragua’s super-premium rum with five generations of family history, enriched by an active volcano, naturally aged without sugar and 100% distilled with renewable energy. Awarded “Best Rum Producer in the World ” by the International Wine and Spirit Competition in London in 2017 and one of the first global distillate brands to receive Fair Trade certification and be produced sustainably. To learn more, contact Amanda Paul-Garnier apaul-garnier@luxuryspirits1890.com