Cobblestone Brands names US boss
Dublin-based spirits company Cobblestone Brands has appointed former Casa Azul CEO and Gallo executive Dennis Carr as president of its US business.
Carr will take over as president of Cobblestone Brands USA, effective immediately.
Carr’s career in leadership, spanning more than 30 years, has focused on developing and scaling beverage alcohol brands in global markets.
He has held senior positions, including vice-president at Gallo and CEO of Anchor Distilling (now known as Hotaling & Co).
Most recently, Carr served as CEO of Casa Azul Tequila, where he implemented strategic growth initiatives and expanded the brand.
His appointment comes as Cobblestone Brands aims to expand its premium spirits and ready-to-drink (RTD) portfolio in the US.
Brian Fagan, CEO of Cobblestone Brands, commented: “Dennis brings an exceptional combination of strategic clarity, operational discipline, and deep market knowledge.
“As we expand our portfolio and accelerate our growth in the US, his leadership will be instrumental in strengthening our route-to-market and unlocking the next phase of development for Cobblestone Brands.”
Carr will be responsible for overseeing the company’s strategy in the US, implementing commercial initiatives, and expanding distribution.
The company’s portfolio includes brands such as Knappogue Castle Irish Single Malt, Clontarf Irish Whiskey, and Irished Up, ‘the world’s first’ cold-brewed Irish Coffee in a can.
Additionally, the Cobblestone Brands’ offerings include Four Corners American Gin, Star & Key Rum from Mauritius, and Casa San Lucas, a cannabis-infused agave-and-fruit beverage.
Carr expressed interest in Cobblestone’s entrepreneurial culture and focus on unique, story-driven brands, as he explained: “Cobblestone has built an exciting portfolio of brands with strong provenance and significant global potential. I’m excited to work with the team to scale the business in the US and help bring these brands to more consumers across the country.”
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