Arkay Beverages Announces Strategic Alliance with Mexico's Largest Spirits Operator
MELBOURNE, Fla., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Arkay Beverages, the global pioneer in alcohol-free spirits, proudly announces that Licor Zone Mexico, the largest spirits producer and operator in Mexico, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to acquire a 10% equity stake in Arkay Beverages.
This strategic partnership underscores Arkay's unwavering commitment to transparency, integrity, and sustainable growth—principles that several major global spirits conglomerates have failed to uphold. In response, Arkay has made the deliberate decision to distance itself from these entities and instead align with forward-thinking partners who share its values and long-term vision.
With Arkay's primary production facility located in Mexico, this alliance with Licor Zone Mexico is a natural and strategic fit. It strengthens Arkay's operational foundation in the region while also providing the capital infusion needed to fuel global expansion.
The terms of the agreement remain unchanged: 10% equity for $150 million, based on a $1.5 billion valuation.
'This is more than a financial transaction,' said Reynald Vito Grattagliano, founder of Arkay Beverages. 'It's a partnership built on mutual trust, strategic alignment, and a shared mission to redefine the future of zero-proof spirits. Why look halfway across the world for a Japanese partner, when the right one is already under our feet?'
About Licor Zone Mexico
Licor Zone is Mexico's largest spirits manufacturer, best known for its flagship brand Williamson 18, available in more than 18,267 liquor stores across the country. The company is a proud member of the Mexican Whisky Association and is based in Arandas, Jalisco—the heart of Mexico's tequila-producing region.
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About Arkay Beverages
Founded in 2011, Arkay Beverages is the world leader in alcohol-free spirits and zero-proof alternatives. With millions of bottles sold across five continents, Arkay continues to reshape the beverage industry by offering sophisticated, alcohol-free experiences for health-conscious and mindful consumers.
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