Barrell Craft Spirits enters Australia with Orrsum Spirits deal

Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS) is set to expand distribution into Australia, the company’s first direct export outside of the US. The brand will be distributed via Orrsum Spirits, an importer, marketer, retailer and distributor of premium spirits.

“We entertained the idea of expanding distribution outside of the US for years but needed to ensure we could supply and support our current partners,” said Joe Beatrice, Barrell Craft Spirits founder. “Now, we’re in a solid position to move forward and have been highly encouraged by Australians’ passion for American Whiskey.”

Initially, the following Barrell Craft Spirits selections will be available in Australia — Bourbon Batches 013, 020, 023, 024, BCS Bourbon, BCS Rum, Rye Batch 003, Dovetail American Whiskey and the Infinite Barrel Project.

Founded in 2013 in Louisville, Kentucky, BCS selects and blends a variety of spirits, including whiskey, bourbon, rye and rum, and bottles them at cask strength. As part of the process, the team sources ingredients from all around the world and explores different distillation methods, barrels and ageing environments. Every batch is produced as a limited release and has a distinct flavour profile. Beatrice remains intimately involved with every step of the production process, using his exceptional palate to choose and create great spirits. He works alongside Chief Whiskey Scientist and Director of Distillery Operations Tripp Stimson.

BCS has received several awards and has been consistently highly rated by Whisky Advocate and named ‘Best American Whiskey of 2018’ in Forbes by whiskey authority Fred Minnick.

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