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New Orleans, LA

Expanding a premium New Orleans-based spirits brand with plans for national distribution and product growth.

• Rapid Growth: Bywater Bourbon saw a 187% year-over-year growth, with 136% YOY growth in wholesale distribution by end of 2024.
• Award-Winning Products: Crafted by Master Blender Nancy Fraley, recently named Master Blender of the Year by Women of Whiskey.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with Creole Cuisine and Abita Brewing strengthen local market presence.
• Expansion Plans: Focused on expanding into new states such as Texas, Alabama, and Mississippi.
• Strong Market Position: Positioned in a growing bourbon market with a 7% CAGR in the U.S. spirits industry.

Seven Three Distilling Co. is an award-winning, family-owned distillery located in New Orleans, known for crafting premium spirits using locally sourced ingredients from the Mississippi River Delta. In its ninth year, the company has achieved significant growth, with its Bywater Bourbon line alone showing a 187% increase, marking a substantial rise in wholesale distribution. The distillery, guided by renowned Master Blender Nancy Fraley, has earned multiple prestigious awards for its spirits, including Bywater Wheated Bourbon, Irish Channel Whiskey, and St. Roch Vodka. With strong local connections and a growing reputation, Seven Three Distilling is expanding its footprint beyond Louisiana and Mississippi into markets like Alabama and Texas, and is focused on further growth with plans for increased distillation capacity and a tourism-focused site.

The U.S. spirits market, particularly bourbon, is experiencing a 7% CAGR, and Seven Three Distilling is poised to take advantage of this growth. The distillery’s partnerships with Creole Cuisine and Abita Brewing have bolstered its presence, and new collaborations are expected to expand brand visibility. With a strong trajectory of growth, award-winning products, and a commitment to quality, Seven Three Distilling is set to expand its reach and offer investors a chance to be part of a rising spirits brand rooted in New Orleans culture.

Company Info

Seven Three Distilling Co. crafts award-winning spirits using locally sourced ingredients, expanding its Bywater Bourbon brand while scaling distribution across new markets.

Seven Three Distilling Co. is a family-owned, award-winning distillery based in New Orleans, crafting premium spirits that capture the city’s rich cultural heritage. Using locally sourced ingredients like corn, wheat, and sugarcane, the company produces small-batch spirits, including Bywater Bourbon, Irish Channel Whiskey, and St. Roch Vodka. Bywater Bourbon has experienced remarkable growth, reaching 187 percent year-over-year, reflecting the brand’s increasing demand. Seven Three Distilling continues to expand its distribution, currently serving Louisiana and Mississippi with plans to enter new markets.

With guidance from renowned Master Blender Nancy Fraley, named 2024 Master Blender of the Year by Women of Whiskey, Seven Three Distilling has won multiple awards for its high-quality spirits. The company is strategically expanding its bourbon production, adding warehouse space for barrel storage and a secondary distillation site to support growth. Partnerships with Creole Cuisine and Abita Brewing further strengthen its market presence, while new collaborations are set to enhance brand visibility. With bourbon experiencing a seven percent CAGR in the U.S., Seven Three Distilling is well-positioned for national expansion.