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Park Street Insider Podcast

Park Street Companies
On-Premise
Irish Whiskey
Brown-Forman
Market Expansion
Premiumization
Gin
Brand Partnerships
American Whiskey
Talkhouse Encore
RTD Market
Tariffs and Trade Policy
RNDC California Exit
Fernet-Branca
Bar Industry
Beverage Alcohol Industry
Rabbit Hole
Pernod Ricard
Luxury Spirits
Activation
Artificial Intelligence

The Park Street Insider Podcast is a spirit industry-focused podcast dedicated to bringing you closer to the key brands, topics, and trends driving the drinks business. We host the spirits category's most influential leaders and entrepreneurs to uncover the business strategies, stories, and brand-building tips behind some of the biggest brands in the industry. Whether you're interested in Agave s... more

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Landing a placement at a top bar program doesn't happen by chance. It's the result of trust, timing, and understanding what the people behind the bar actually need from a brand partner. Recorded live at Bar Convent London, this fire... more

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The 2026 alcohol market is bumpy, but for brands paying attention to the right signals, the opportunities are real. In this episode, Giuseppe Gallo, Founder and CEO of Italicus Rosolio di Bergamotto and Savoia Americano, delivers a ... more

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AI is reshaping the spirits industry, and for founders willing to embrace it, the opportunity is real. In this episode, recorded through Park Street University's AI for Spirits Marketing series, Justin Noland, Vice President of Digi... more

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Building a spirits brand in one market is hard. Building one across multiple continents, at the highest level of the industry, is a different game entirely, and few people have played it better than Matteo Fantacchiotti. A 25-year v... more

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Recent Guests

Lele (Emanuele Mensah)
Director of Liquid Nation
Diageo (Great Britain bartender of the year 2025)
Episode: What the World's Top Bartenders Want: How Brands Can Land Placements and Win the On-Premise in 2026
Giulia Cuccurullo
Head Bartender, Artesian Bar, Langham London
Artesian Bar, Langham London
Episode: What the World's Top Bartenders Want: How Brands Can Land Placements and Win the On-Premise in 2026
Pietro Collina
Group Beverage Director, Thesleff Group
Thesleff Group
Episode: What the World's Top Bartenders Want: How Brands Can Land Placements and Win the On-Premise in 2026
Giuseppe Gallo
CEO and founder of Italspirits; former bartender
Italspirits
Episode: 2026 Spirits Market: Category Shifts, Flavor Trends & What They Mean for Your Brand— Expert Talks
Antonia Fattizzi
Founder of Cork and Tin
Cork and Tin
Episode: AI in Spirits: The Tools and Strategies Every Brand Needs to Know— Expert Talks
Justin Noland
Vice President of Digital Experience
Treasury Americas
Episode: AI in Spirits: The Tools and Strategies Every Brand Needs to Know— Expert Talks
Matteo Fantacchiotti
25-year drinks industry veteran; former CEO of Campari Group; partner and chairman of the board at Cygnet Distillery
Cygnet Distillery / Campari / Diageo / Carlsberg
Episode: Former Campari CEO's 6 Steps for Spirits Brand Expansion— Expert Talks
Kaveh Zamanian
Founder of Rabbit Hole Whiskey; former Chief Whiskey Officer at Pernod Ricard
Rabbit Hole; Pernod Ricard
Episode: Former Pernod Ricard Chief Whiskey Officer Kaveh Zamanian on Building a Bourbon Brand— What It Takes
Felipe Gonzalez-Gordon
Partner at Colangelo & Partners
Colangelo & Partners
Episode: How to Launch a Beverage Alcohol Brand: A Data-Driven Framework— Expert Talks

Hosts

Emmett Strack
Host and executive producer with frequent appearances shaping episode direction and framing
Andrés Correa
Co-host and contributor to episode curation and guest engagement

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • A+ Great Content

    Loved the Surfside episode. What an incredible success story. Congrats to all involved!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A1-SIR
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic Industry Info

    Just finished another Park Street Insider podcast. As cofounder of a new bourbon RTD, the information we’ve gathered from Park Street episodes has been incredibly helpful. It has helped us avoid mistakes and certainly shortened our learning curve for this industry. For anyone new to the alcohol business, Park Street is essential listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TexasDarko
    United States3 years ago
  • Davos Brands discussion very insightful

    Loved listening to the Davos episode - amazing what Andrew and Guillaume were able to do - very inspirational for other entrepreneurs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrHarry69
    United States5 years ago
  • Good interview with Rob Maron of DISCUS

    Emily's interview with Rob Maron of DISCUS was very informative as they discussed the impact of recent decisions surrounding Tariffs and their effect on the sales of distilled spirits. Emily's background is well suited to this format. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    New Hampshire Listener
    United States5 years ago
  • Insightful

    Listened to Elwyn Gladstone episode and super insightful 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom Bron
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Episodes are described as essential for anyone navigating the spirits distribution and on-premise landscape.

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2026 Spirits Market: Category Shifts, Flavor Trends & What They Mean for Your Brand— Expert Talks
Q: What are the main trend shifts you see in the market today?
The industry is undergoing flavor realignment with opportunities in low-ABV spritz, increased interest in umami flavors, and a shift from high-proof to more approachable formats like RTD and non-alcoholic options.
What RTD Market Growth Tells Us About Gen Z Values & Drinking Habits
Q: What is your expansion strategy and how do you balance growth with staying true to your brand?
They prioritize sustainable, value-led growth over sprinting to national presence, focusing on deep market penetration in a few key areas, maintaining authenticity, and partnering with distributors who share their values rather than chasing every opportunity.
What RTD Market Growth Tells Us About Gen Z Values & Drinking Habits
Q: Why did you decide to self-distribute initially and how has that shaped your growth?
They started with self-distribution to learn the nuts and bolts of the industry, then built a focused, regional approach with high-velocity accounts, choosing quality placements over mass distribution to sustain growth and learn customer needs.
What RTD Market Growth Tells Us About Gen Z Values & Drinking Habits
Q: What findings did your Gen Z research reveal and how does it influence Talkhouse Encore's operations?
Gen Z is drinking, but more intentionally, prioritizing convenience, real ingredients, and transparency. They value authenticity and community, so the brand emphasizes real fruit juice, no added sugar, clear sugar/carb/calorie information, and formats that fit social, on-the-go moments.
Branca USA CEO Chris Watt: How to Accelerate Spirits Brand Growth
Q: What advice would you give to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow spirits brands in 2026, given the evolving market and the need for differentiation and clear consumer insight?
He emphasizes differentiating offerings, having a clear view of the target consumer, understanding use occasions, and recognizing the cyclical nature of markets while maintaining a differentiated stance and strong consumer insight.

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A business- and trend-focused series that brings together leaders from the spirits and beverage industry to discuss brand-building, partnerships, and go-to-market strategies. Lists of topics across episodes commonly include on-premise activation, distribution dynamics, category shifts, AI and digital marketing for brands, and practical playbooks for launching or expanding beverage brands. Guests range from large-portfolio executives to boutique distillers and agency partners, with a strong emphasis on authentic relationships, education for staff, and long-term collaborations rather than one-off sponsorships. The show often translates complex industry dynamics into actionable steps for brands, distributors, and bars, making it useful for lis... more

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2. Giulia Cuccurullo
3. Pietro Collina
4. Giuseppe Gallo
5. Antonia Fattizzi
6. Justin Noland
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