Georgia Rum Retail Expansion

I’m the founder of Oak & Barrel, an independent rum distillery based here in Georgia, and I’m ready to put our bottles on more shelves across the state. I need a spirits-savvy sales partner who already knows (or can quickly learn) the buying landscape of Georgia retail liquor stores. Your first mission is to open doors: identify the right decision makers, arrange the initial meetings, and get our rum in front of them. Once the meetings are booked, you’ll also take the lead on product knowledge—pouring samples, explaining our production story, flavor profile, and brand positioning so store owners and their staff feel confident hand-selling it. We are not chasing national chains yet; the focus is specifically local Georgia retailers where a personal relationship still matters. Experience with distilled spirits, an existing network of store buyers, and the ability to travel within the state are all essential. Deliverables I’ll look for: • A running log of targeted stores and contact details • Confirmed meeting dates with buyers or managers • Brief training notes or deck you use during presentations If you’re ready to champion a home-grown Georgia rum and can show momentum quickly, let’s talk and map out the first round of store visits.