Edrington Sells Stake in Wyoming Whiskey Back to Founder

Dear Client:  Edrington has exited the American whiskey category, selling its 80% stake in Wyoming Whiskey to WW Partners LLC, a Wyoming-based investment group led by Wyoming Whiskey co-founder David DeFazio.  Wyoming Whiskey was founded in 2006 by Brad and Kate Mead along with David DeFazio, and began production in 2009. It was an early mover in US craft spirits and was the first legal distillery in the state. The portfolio, which includes bourbon, rye and American straight whiskey, is