The strategic partnership is said to represent a ‘significant’ advancement for Tarsier’s vodka and gin brands in the UK’s premium spirits market. Hammonds of Knutsford previously distributed the brand. Sherwin Acebuche, co-founder of Tarsier, said: “The demand for Asian flavours in drinks continues to grow. While there are a lot of Japanese brands on offer,Tarsier appoints exclusive UK distributor

The UK-based distribution business will take over from Amber Beverage’s division in the country (formerly known as Cellar Trends) from 16 July. Luxardo described the change as a “different style of distribution partnership” without disclosing an on- and off-premise focus. “This marks an exciting new chapter for Luxardo – one that allows us to beLuxardo switches distribution partner in UK

A new premium-focused distributor and brand-building company has been launched by industry veterans Seymour Ferreira (pictured, centre) and Douglas Bratten (pictured, left). Promoting its streamlined portfolio approach and flexible service model, Chimera Brand Development aims to upend distributor norms by offering bespoke support for high-quality, independently owned drinks brands. “Recognising that the traditional distributor modelNew drinks distributor to challenge ‘traditional norms’