Warner’s Distillery, a farm-grown spirit company based in Northamptonshire, has secured a significant partnership with La Martiniquaise-Bardinet, one of France’s largest spirits groups.
The partnership sees La Martiniquaise-Bardinet acquiring a majority shareholding in Warner’s Distillery.
With the backing of the spirits house, Warner’s will maximise the potential of their portfolio in UK and global trade.
Warner’s, known for flavoured gin and farm-grown botanicals, will continue to operate under the leadership of founders Tom and Tina Warner, ensuring the brand’s core values and operations remain intact.
Tom Warner, co-founder of Warner’s Distillery, said: “This partnership allows us to stay true to our roots, creating incredible drinks with real purpose, while giving us the strength to scale that mission globally.”
Fellow co-founder Tina Warner-Keogh added: “La Martiniquaise-Bardinet shares our unique United in Spirit values driven by a commitment to quality, authenticity, people and planet. We couldn’t ask for a better partner to help us take Warner’s to the next level.”
For La Martiniquaise-Bardinet, the partnership brings a dynamic new brand into their global portfolio, which includes spirits brands such as Glen Moray Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Bardinet Brandy, Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky and St James Rum.
Christophe Pichambert, international director for La Martiniquaise-Bardinet, said: “We are very proud to see Warner’s Distillery join the LMB group of companies alongside our portfolio of internationally renowned brands.
“Warner’s Gin is a true gem of the English craft gin landscape with its farm-grown and distilled botanicals. Our goal will be to help Tom and Tina bring their wonderful spirit to the world, with respect for their pioneering spirit and exceptional passion.”
Warner’s were advised through the process by Brodersen & Co, Browne Jacobson LLP & Mike Hughes Advisory. La Martiniquaise-Bardinet were advised by Cortus Financial Advisors & Paris-Smith Solicitors.
Sam Sharp, partner at Browne Jacobson, said: “This is a significant milestone for Warner’s Distillery, enabling them to drive their business both in the UK and internationally, while continuing to innovate within the spirits industry. It was a pleasure to give our expertise in the industry to help another British brand expand globally.”
