Constellation Brands

Constellation Brands, headquartered in Victor, New York, is a leading producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits. The company operates in the United States, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy, offering a diverse portfolio of over 80 premium brands. Its beer offerings include well-known labels such as Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, and Ballast Point, which contribute significantly to its revenue, particularly through Mexican beer imports. In addition to beer, Constellation produces a wide range of wines, including renowned brands like Kim Crawford and Robert Mondavi, as well as spirits such as SVEDKA Vodka and High West Whiskey. With approximately 10,000 employees and around 40 production facilities, Constellation Brands focuses on delivering high-quality alcoholic beverages to wholesale distributors, retailers, and on-premise locations. The company also engages in strategic investments through its corporate venture arm, targeting emerging producers in the alcohol sector.

Chris Baldwin

Chairman and Board Member

Sam Glaetzer

Executive Vice President and President of the Wine and Spirits Division

David Klein

EVP, CFO

Thomas Mullin

Executive Vice President

William Newlands

Executive Vice President and President, Wine and Spirits Division

Marvin Sands

Founder and CEO

Rob Sands

CEO

Past deals in Beverages

HOP WTR

Corporate Round in 2021
Producer of hop-filled sparkling water intended to provide a healthy alternative to beer. The company's water is a non-alcoholic, calorie-free sparkling beverage infused with hops, adaptogens, and nootropics to relax and unwind, providing consumers with health benefits while tasting crisp, light, and satisfying sparkling water that has no sugar, calories, alcohol, or gluten.

La Fête du Rosé

Seed Round in 2021
La Fête du Rosé is a wine manufacturing company. They produce rosé wine labels geared towards multicultural consumers with a shared thirst for travel, food, and rosé. They produce wines that exude freshness, generous fruit-forward flavors, and balanced acidity.

Press Premium Alcohol Seltzer

Corporate Round in 2020
Press Premium Alcohol Seltzer specializes in producing fruit-infused hard seltzers that emphasize all-natural ingredients and unique flavor profiles. The company's offerings include flavors such as blackberry hibiscus, pomegranate ginger, lime lemongrass, and grapefruit cardamom. By focusing on a light and crisp taste, Press aims to enhance the drinking experience while also providing nutritional value. Their products are carbon-filtered to remove gluten, making them accessible to a wider range of consumers. Through this approach, Press Premium Alcohol Seltzer seeks to blend the enjoyment of alcoholic beverages with health-conscious choices.

Karma Water

Corporate Round in 2019
Karma Wellness Water is a manufacturer of naturally enhanced, flavored spring water.

Black Button Distilling

Corporate Round in 2019
Black Button Distilling is a craft distillery focused on producing high-quality, small-batch spirits through a grain-to-glass approach. The company utilizes unique and all-natural ingredients sourced from local farms to create a diverse range of products, including bourbon cream, bourbon whiskey, and coffee liqueur. Annually, Black Button Distilling produces approximately 115,000 bottles of its award-winning spirits, which are distributed across 11 states and Japan. The distillery also offers the convenience of online purchasing for its customers.

Funky Buddha Brewery

Acquisition in 2017
Funky Buddha Brewery LLC produces and distributes beers in the United States. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Oakland Park, Florida. As of August 10, 2017, Funky Buddha Brewery LLC operates as a subsidiary of Constellation Brands, Inc. As of August 9, 2017, Funky Buddha Brewery LLC operates as a subsidiary of Constellation Brands, Inc..

Catoctin Creek

Seed Round in 2017
Catoctin Creek Distilling Company, LLC is a distillery located in Purcellville, Virginia, specializing in the production of organic, kosher spirits powered by solar energy. Established in 2009, the company offers a diverse range of products including Roundstone Rye Whisky, Rabble Rouser Rye Whisky, Braddock Oak Rye Whisky, unaged Mosby's Spirit, Watershed Gin, and various aged brandies crafted from Virginia wine grapes and other fruits. Catoctin Creek provides tastings and tours, allowing customers to experience its offerings firsthand. The company's products are available in several states including the District of Columbia, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wyoming, as well as through online sales across the United States.

Grupo Modelo

Acquisition in 2016
Founded in 1925, Grupo Modelo is a beer production, distribution and marketing company based in Mexico.The company sells its products in Mexico as well as exports to approximately 180 countries.

Charles Smith Wines

Acquisition in 2016
In 2006, Charles Smith created Charles Smith Wines: The Modernist Project, which centers around the trend that most people generally consume wine without delay. The intent is to create wines to be enjoyed now, but with typicity of variety (Merlot that tastes like Merlot) and true to the place of origin. The wines are full of flavor, balanced, and approachable.

Bardstown Bourbon Company

Acquisition in 2016
Bardstown Bourbon Company operates a distillery focused on producing whiskey, bourbon, and rye. The company not only creates its own brands but also provides customized distilling services for Collaborative Distilling partners. By combining distilling, culinary, and beverage expertise, Bardstown Bourbon Company aims to deliver a modern and authentic bourbon experience. Its approach allows for the development of unique mash bills tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients in the bourbon and rye whiskey categories.

High West Distillery

Acquisition in 2016
High West Distillery, LLC is a producer of whiskey and other distilled spirits located in Wanship, Utah. Founded in 1870, the company engages in the manufacturing, fermentation, and distilling of various alcoholic beverages, as well as offering cocktails. High West Distillery distributes its products across multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, China, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and Hong Kong. As of October 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of Constellation Brands, Inc.
Ballast Point Brewing & Spirits produces high quality beers.

Meiomi Wines

Acquisition in 2015
Meiomi Wines is a producer of wine based in Rutherford, California, specializing in vibrant and food-friendly wines that are designed to be enjoyed upon release. The brand is particularly known for its richly flavored and well-balanced Pinot Noir, which is crafted from grapes sourced from California's top coastal regions, including Sonoma County, Monterey County, and Santa Barbara County. Meiomi Wines aims to appeal to a broad audience, offering a stylish selection that showcases layers of complexity, making it suitable for various occasions. In addition to its wine offerings, the company also provides related gift card options.

Casa Noble Tequila

Acquisition in 2014
Casa Noble Tequila produces and sells tequila. It markets and sells its products through stores and restaurants/bars in the United States.

Mark West Wines

Acquisition in 2012
Mark West Wines is a producer of wine known for its diverse offerings in vintage wines. The company emphasizes a range of flavors, including black cherry, cola, strawberry, and plum, complemented by soft tannins. Mark West Wines focuses on delivering a quality wine experience, catering to various palates and preferences.

Beam Wine Estates

Acquisition in 2007
Beam Wine Estates produces and distributes wine. Beam Wine Estates which includes Clos du Bois, Geyser Peak, Wild Horse and Buena Vista.

SVEDKA

Acquisition in 2007
SVEDKA Vodka has been making its mark since it was first imported in 1998. It’s now the 2nd largest imported vodka and the #7 spirit brand in the United States*. And its popularity keeps growing. Imported to the US from Sweden – a country that has been perfecting vodka for centuries – SVEDKA Vodka is proudly named after its country of origin. SVEDKA is a mix of the word ‘Svenska’ (meaning ‘Swedish’) and ‘Vodka’ (derived from the Slavic word ‘voda’). As these two words are combined, SVEDKA is a name as catchy as it is clever – fitting for a brand renowned for its character, quality, and value.

Vincor International

Acquisition in 2006
Vincor International operates as a premier wine company. Vincor's premium brands include Inniskillin, Jackson- Triggs, R.H. Phillips, Toasted Head, Hogue, Goundrey, Amberley, Sumac Ridge, Hawthorne Mountain, Kim Crawford, Kumala, Ancient Coast and Sawmill Creek. Vincor's popular priced wines include Entre-Lacs, L'Ambiance, Sola Nero and Notre Vin Maison.

Robert Mondavi

Acquisition in 2004
Robert Mondavi Winery provides cabernet sauvignon wines and sauvignon blanc grapes. Their processes include harvesting, crushing, pressing, fermentation, clarification, aging, and bottling.

Franciscan Vineyards

Acquisition in 1999
Franciscan Vineyards owns and operates wineries and vineyards. The company produces wines. It offers its products to restaurants and retail stores.

Matthew Clark plc

Acquisition in 1998
Matthew Clark plc is a prominent distributor and supplier of alcoholic beverages in the United Kingdom. The company specializes in a diverse portfolio that includes wine, beer, spirits, cider, and ready-to-drink products, along with both draught and packaged soft drinks. Originally established as Dubwath Limited, it changed its name to Matthew Clark (Holdings) Limited in 2007 and is headquartered in Bristol. As of 2018, Matthew Clark operates as a subsidiary of C & C Holdings (Ni) Limited, enhancing its capabilities in the beverage market.

Barton, Inc.

Acquisition in 1993
Barton, Inc. produces, markets, and sells distilled spirits. The company’s products include wine, beer, rum, whisky, vodka, bourbon, and tequila, as well as prepared cocktails and entries various spirits categories. It operates production facilities in the United States and Canada.
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