1492 Coloniale Group expands agave spirits portfolio
Italian distributor 1492 Coloniale Group has added new brands of Tequila, sotol, bacanora, and raicilla to its portfolio.
1492 Coloniale Group is a Genoa-based distributor specialising in premium beverages. It is committed to actively responding to market momentum by expanding its portfolio.
According to the distributor, Tequila and agave distillates are among the fastest-growing segments in Italy. In response, the company is bringing lesser-known Mexican spirits categories to Italian bars and restaurants.
The group has expanded its Mexican spirits portfolio with products including Defrente Tequila Blanco, Nocheluna Sotol, Santo Cuviso Bacanora, and Perra Suerte Raicilla. They join brands such as Contraluz Mezcal, known for its Cristalino and Reposado 11:11, in 1492 Coloniale’s portfolio.
Gabriele Benedettini, who manages the 1492 Coloniale portfolio, said: “In a highly competitive market, 1492 Coloniale Group adopts a distinctive approach, utilising mixology as a strategic lever to amplify demand and make cocktail culture accessible to an increasingly broad audience.
“Among these, AliasSmith stands out, dedicated to representing prestigious brands with the same devotion as its founder, as if each brand were its own ‘alias’—a philosophy of support perfectly aligned with Coloniale’s approach.
“Complementing this is the partnership with Casa Lumbre, the renowned Mexican distillery behind successes like Contraluz Mezcal, already a flagship product in our distribution.”
1492 Coloniale Group also operates an in-house communication agency, enabling tailored brand campaigns and product-specific support.
Benedettini added: “We provide producers and business-to-business clients with specialised consulting, technical training, and targeted communication. This integrated model enables us to actively support our partners and create high-value consumption experiences.”
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