Domaine Select buys Atlántico Rum

New York-based distributor Domaine Select Wine & Spirits has acquired Dominican rum brand Atlántico for an undisclosed sum.

Atlántico is a line of super-premium rums from the Dominican Republic

As part of the deal, Domaine Select has taken over the day-to-day sales, marketing and operations from Atlántico Rum co-founders Aleco Azqueta and Brandon Lieb.

Atlántico Rum is currently available in the US and in nearly 12 international markets. Domaine Select is planning “further international growth” for the brand.

The company is also planning to release limited edition expressions “in the near future”.

“We are strong believers in the super-premium rum category and have been closely following the success of Atlántico for some time,” said Paolo Domeneghetti, founder of Domaine Select.

“We are thrilled to bring on Atlántico as it fits beautifully within our portfolio of craft spirits, and we are excited to begin working with Atlántico’s international distribution network.”

Lieb added: “This is an incredible day for Atlántico Rum. Our goal has always been to introduce unique, well made products that allow people to see rum in a different light.

“Domaine Select shares our vision for the brand and is the ideal company to take it to new heights. We couldn’t be more excited to see Atlántico continue to develop under their guidance.”

Founded in 2008, Atlántico is a line of super-premium rums from the Dominican Republic. Its range consists of Platino, Reserva and Gran Reserva.