Pernod Ricard announces targeted updates to U.S. distributor network

Pernod Ricard (PDRDF) USA announced targeted changes to the distribution of its portfolio in select U.S. markets. As the distributor landscape evolves, Pernod Ricard USA has aligned distribution across multiple partners based on market-specific needs, operational capabilities, and exemplary service and execution. Following a carefully managed transition period, the changes will be fully effective in the coming months. Pernod Ricard USA remains focused on ensuring excellence in execution in all markets while positioning its full portfolio of brands for growth. Under the updated distribution alignment: Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits will distribute Pernod Ricard USA’s Mainline and Ready-to-Drink portfolio in Texas and Oklahoma, and the Mainline portfolio in Louisiana. Johnson Brothers will distribute Pernod Ricard USA’s Mainline and RTD portfolio in the Dakotas and Nebraska, and the Mainline portfolio in Indiana. Contingent upon closing of Reyes Beverage Group’s acquisition of certain markets from Republic National Distributing Company, Reyes will distribute the Mainline and RTD portfolio in Maryland and Washington, D.C.