The expansion will bring the brands’ presence to 45 states by year-end 2025, building on their recent distribution growth. Garden State Premier Wholesalers, a newly formed distribution powerhouse, will handle New Jersey operations, while Columbia Distributing will manage Washington state distribution.
West Coast Push
Columbia Distributing President and CEO Chris Steffanci expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. “Bardstown exemplifies the supplier that aligns perfectly with our company culture and ambitions, plus they’re genuinely invested in working together to achieve success,” said Steffanci. “And the liquid? It’s exceptional! Incredible quality at an equally incredible price point. The response from accounts has been phenomenal so far—they all want it.”
Midwest Expansion
Further growth includes new territory in Kansas through LDF Companies, while an expanded partnership with RNDC will add Iowa, Oregon, and Montana to their footprint. This expansion coincides with organizational changes at Bardstown, including the creation of a third national division led by newly appointed Vice President Derek Sauls.
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The distribution growth follows significant achievements for Bardstown Bourbon Company. Since 2016, the distillery has expanded from producing 600,000 proof gallons annually to over 18 million gallons, earning recognition as IWSC‘s 2023 Worldwide Whiskey Producer of the Year.
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