New year, new deals! In a press release, it was announced that Black-owned Victor George Spirits (VGS) has closed a deal to purchase an equity stake in Palm Beach Distillery (PBD) located in West Palm Beach, Florida. Currently, PBD produces vodka, rum, and gin with Victor George Spirits products slated to join in on the production. “We feel this is a great opportunity to help Palm Beach Distillery get to the next level. The Victor George Spirits team brings experience, marketing, resources, and distribution opportunities that will help get our award-winning brands in the hands of more consumers,” said Chief Operating Officer and Master Distiller of Palm Beach Distillery Summer Piep in a press release statement.

Earlier this year, Tramar Dillard — also known as platinum-selling Grammy-nominated artist Flo Rida — announced a partnership with Victor G. Harvey Sr. to create South Florida’s largest craft vodka brand, Victor George Vodka (VG Vodka). Now, the two partners have officially kicked off the brand’s launch with several major retailers — including Hy-Vee, Total Wine, Trader Joe’s and Binny’s Beverage Depot. Thus, making VG Vodka the first Black-owned, ultra-premium vodka to be distributed nationally in the U.S., according to a news release. “We are extremely excited about our recent growth and the addition of new distribution and retail partners,” said CEO/Founder, Victor G. Harvey Sr., in a press statement. “This has given us the opportunity to expand our brand nationwide during a time when everyone can use a little hope.” A news release shares that Flo Rida was brought onto VG Vodka as an equity partner to help build brand awareness for the company and grow distribution both...