Bacan Guaro Expands Distribution as Interest in Aguardiente Grows

The World’s Most Awarded Aguardiente Adds Seven U.S. Markets and Makes International Debut

MIAMI (November 9, 2026) — Bacan Guaro, the super-premium Colombian aguardiente made with organic ingredients, has expanded distribution into Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Nebraska, Rhode Island, South Carolina and Texas. The additions bring its U.S. footprint to 17 markets, more than five times its reach at launch in July 2024. Bacan is also entering Ecuador and Argentina, its first markets outside the United States.

New U.S. distribution partners include Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits in Colorado and Texas, Brescome Barton in Connecticut, Intertrade in Illinois, Alma Distributors in Nebraska, Mancini Beverage in Rhode Island, and Morales Beverage Group in South Carolina.

The expansion comes as aguardiente attracts greater U.S. trade attention. According to Provi Pulse’s Summer 2026 report, search and engagement with Colombian aguardiente on the beverage alcohol marketplace rose 136% year over year in the second quarter of 2026. “From the beginning, we’ve believed aguardiente deserves a wider audience, and it’s exciting to see that interest growing within the trade,” said Ricardo March, co-founder of Bacan Guaro. “In Colombia, guaro is woven into daily life: gathering with friends, sharing a toast, and finding something to celebrate in ordinary moments. We created Bacan to bring that spirit of generosity and joy to more people and elevate the category with a super-premium expression. We’re opening new ways for people to discover and enjoy aguardiente while staying true to the traditions that inspired us.”

Bacan is available in two strengths, 24% and 29% ABV, each with a U.S. suggested retail price of $49.99 per 700ml bottle. Since its launch, it has become the world’s most awarded aguardiente, earning 49 top awards for taste from internationally recognized spirits competitions, with 21 honors for its 24% expression and 28 for its 29% expression.

Crafted from first-press organic sugarcane juice, organic Spanish star anise and purified water, Bacan offers a dry profile with anise, citrus and subtle herbal notes. Its aromatic character gives bartenders a distinctive foundation for cocktails and invites drinkers to explore aguardiente beyond the traditional toast, including sipping over ice. Bacan is sugar-free, vegan and kosher-certified.

In Ecuador, Distribuidora Latina distributes Bacan; in Argentina, Central de Bebidas. These launches mark the beginning of the brand’s international expansion.

Bacan’s current U.S. distribution network includes:

• California, Colorado, Nevada, Texas: Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits

• Connecticut: Brescome Barton

• District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia: Stefano Selections

• Florida: Prince Distributors (South Florida) and Morales Beverage Group

• Illinois: InterTrade USA

• Kentucky: Heritage Wine & Spirits

• Michigan: Great Lakes Wine & Spirits

• Nebraska: Alma Distributors

• New Jersey, New York: Royal Wine Corp.

• Rhode Island: Mancini Beverage

• South Carolina: Morales Beverage Group

Bacan Guaro is imported into the United States by Royal Wine Corp. Bayonne, NJ. For more information, visit bacanguaro.com.