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'''Drinks Americas''', a publicly traded company under [[Ticker symbol|stock symbol]] DKAM, is a beverage distribution company based out of [[Wilton, Connecticut]]. Drinks Americas Holdings, LTD., develops, owns, markets, and internationally distributes alcoholic and non-alcoholic premium beverages associated with renowned iconic celebrities. Drinks Americas' portfolio of premium alcoholic beverages includes: Donald Trump's award-winning [[Trump]]TM Super Premium Vodka and Willie Nelson's Six-Year Old Whiskey River Bourbon. The Company's non-alcoholic brands include the distribution of Paul Newman's Own Lightly Sparkling Fruit Juice Drinks, Flavored Waters, and Teas. |
'''Drinks Americas''', a publicly traded company under [[Ticker symbol|stock symbol]] DKAM, is a beverage distribution company based out of [[Wilton, Connecticut]]. Drinks Americas Holdings, LTD., develops, owns, markets, and internationally distributes alcoholic and non-alcoholic premium beverages associated with renowned iconic celebrities. Drinks Americas' portfolio of premium alcoholic beverages includes: Donald Trump's award-winning [[Trump]]TM Super Premium Vodka and Willie Nelson's Six-Year Old Whiskey River Bourbon. The Company's non-alcoholic brands include the distribution of Paul Newman's Own Lightly Sparkling Fruit Juice Drinks, Flavored Waters, and Teas. |
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Drinks Americas recently formed a joint venture with [[Universal Music's Interscope Geffen A&M Records]] to develop and market iconic beverage products. The company has announced that it will be launching a initial selection of premium [[Cognacs]] and [[Sparkling Vodkas]] with [[Dr. Dre]]. |
Drinks Americas recently formed a joint venture with [[Universal Music's Interscope Geffen A&M Records]] to develop and market iconic beverage products. The company has announced that it will be launching a initial selection of premium [[Cognacs]] and [[Sparkling Vodkas]] with music and hip hop legend [[Dr. Dre]]. |
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Other products owned and distributed by Drinks Americas include award-winning Damiana Liqueur and Aguila Tequila from Mexico, [[Cohete Rum]] Guarana from Panama, [[Rheingold Beer]], [[Damiana Liqueur]], [[Willie Nelson]]'s Old Whiskey River Bourbon and Bourbon Cream, and Caso BoMargo Wines. Aguila Tequila and Cohete Rum are Gold and Silver Medal award winners, respectively, from the [[International Beverage Tasting Institute]] and the [[San Francisco International Wine and Spirits Competition]]. |
Other products owned and distributed by Drinks Americas include award-winning Damiana Liqueur and Aguila Tequila from Mexico, [[Cohete Rum]] Guarana from Panama, [[Rheingold Beer]], [[Damiana Liqueur]], [[Willie Nelson]]'s Old Whiskey River Bourbon and Bourbon Cream, and Caso BoMargo Wines. Aguila Tequila and Cohete Rum are Gold and Silver Medal award winners, respectively, from the [[International Beverage Tasting Institute]] and the [[San Francisco International Wine and Spirits Competition]]. |
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Drinks Americas has an excellent management team, including J. Patrick Kenny(CEO), Bruce Klein, Jason Lazo, Charles Davidson, Charles Lynch, and Jeff Daub. The company's corporate developments can be viewed at the |
Drinks Americas has an excellent management team, including J. Patrick Kenny(CEO), Bruce Klein, Jason Lazo, Charles Davidson, Charles Lynch, and Jeff Daub. The company's corporate developments can be viewed at the Drinks Americas Corporate Website <ref>http://www.drinksamericas.com/</ref> or on numerous financial sites such as Yahoo <ref>http://finance.yahoo.com/q?s=dkam.ob</ref> or Google <ref>http://finance.google.com/finance?q=dkam&meta=hl%3Den</ref>. |
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== Trump Super Premium Vodka == |
== Trump Super Premium Vodka == |
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The Company
Drinks Americas, a publicly traded company under stock symbol DKAM, is a beverage distribution company based out of Wilton, Connecticut. Drinks Americas Holdings, LTD., develops, owns, markets, and internationally distributes alcoholic and non-alcoholic premium beverages associated with renowned iconic celebrities. Drinks Americas' portfolio of premium alcoholic beverages includes: Donald Trump's award-winning TrumpTM Super Premium Vodka and Willie Nelson's Six-Year Old Whiskey River Bourbon. The Company's non-alcoholic brands include the distribution of Paul Newman's Own Lightly Sparkling Fruit Juice Drinks, Flavored Waters, and Teas.
Drinks Americas recently formed a joint venture with Universal Music's Interscope Geffen A&M Records to develop and market iconic beverage products. The company has announced that it will be launching a initial selection of premium Cognacs and Sparkling Vodkas with music and hip hop legend Dr. Dre.
Other products owned and distributed by Drinks Americas include award-winning Damiana Liqueur and Aguila Tequila from Mexico, Cohete Rum Guarana from Panama, Rheingold Beer, Damiana Liqueur, Willie Nelson's Old Whiskey River Bourbon and Bourbon Cream, and Caso BoMargo Wines. Aguila Tequila and Cohete Rum are Gold and Silver Medal award winners, respectively, from the International Beverage Tasting Institute and the San Francisco International Wine and Spirits Competition.
Drinks Americas has an excellent management team, including J. Patrick Kenny(CEO), Bruce Klein, Jason Lazo, Charles Davidson, Charles Lynch, and Jeff Daub. The company's corporate developments can be viewed at the Drinks Americas Corporate Website [1] or on numerous financial sites such as Yahoo [2] or Google [3].
Trump Super Premium Vodka
In 2006, Drinks Americas introduced Trump Super Premium Vodka as the World's Finest Super Premium Vodka. Their slogan would be simple and straight to the point; "Success Distilled." It would prove to be one of the most successful vodka launches of a vodka even over that of Grey Goose. Commenting on the initial introduction of his signature vodka, Trump remarked, "A great friend of mine was a founder of Grey Goose. And what we're going to do is top it. I want to top them just because it's fun to top my friends." -Donald Trump on Larry King Live Transcript of Donald Trump on Larry King Live
Distilled five times from select European wheat, carbon filtered twice. Produced in Holland by Wanders Distillery (est. 1631): Master Distiller, Jacques De Lat. Gold crafted bottle designed by Milton Glaser. Imported by Donald Trump and Drinks Americas Holdings Ltd. The spirits offering comes in 50ml, 750ml, 1 liter, 1.75 liter sizes. One can even purchase a bottle emblazened with 24 karat gold; a signature that just symolizes the Trump mystique. Price: $30-40 per 1-liter bottle
In 2007, the company further expanded on the ever growing Trump presence in the world of vodka by signing a deal with Recolte of Russia. Recolte would commit to an annual 50000 case shipment of Trump Vodka products totalling $7.5 million per year.
Alexander Timofeev, Chairman and CEO of Recolte, stated, "We are extremely glad to have partnered with Drinks Americas and Trump Super Premium Vodka and we are looking forward to our long-term relationship. Mr. Trump is well known in Russia for his business acumen and high standards of luxury and quality. We trust that all the plans we have set together will come true as the Russian premium and super premium drinks market is developing rapidly."
Patrick Kenny, President and CEO Drinks Americas, stated, "Drinks Americas is extremely excited about bringing Trump Super Premium Vodka to Russia. The Russian consumer is aware of Donald Trump's accomplishments and his reputation for excellence. They respect his entrepreneurial accomplishments and they appreciate great vodka. We believe and more importantly our Russian business partners believe that Trump Super Premium Vodka will be appreciated for its taste and succeed in the premium market segment. We are also very pleased to be associated with Mr. Timofeev and have the benefit of his understanding of distribution in the Russian market." Mr. Kenny also added, "The sales revenue implications to Drinks are significant." 50,000 Case Annual Minimum Contract With Major Distributor Recolte of Russia Corporate Website
Parlaying on that success gave Drinks Americas a further avenue to pursue. They expanded their initial Trump offering by adding a line of Flavored Vodkas bearing Trump's name and with the same distinctive Trump "T" on every bottle. Flavors released in early 2008 are Raspberry, Grape, Orange, and Citron. "Following the phenomenal success of the multi-award winning Trump(TM) Super Premium Vodka, the launch of flavored vodkas has been highly anticipated," stated Cathy Hoffman Glosser, Executive Vice President of Global Licensing at The Trump Organization. "Extending the product line to include flavors further establishes the brand in the premium vodka industry. We are confident that Trump(TM) Premium Flavored Vodka will exceed our expectations." Trump Flavors Launch To Fast Start In First 30 Days
Universal Interscope Geffen A&M Records
Dr. Dre Line of Drink Products
Trademarks
Drinks Americas continues to file and receive numerous Trademarks for their growing line of iconic beverages. They currently have those that are applied to existing products: TKO, Success Distilled, Trumptini, Cohete, and those waiting to be applied to new product introductions: Aftermath, Topless, Pacifique, LeBasse, El Jefe, Client Number 9, Dragonfly, Rock It, Rock Cola, and D'Oro. Live Trademarks for Drinks Americas
Product Descriptions
Trump Super Premium Vodka Four-Star **** Highly Recommended Rating F. Paul Pacult - The Spirits Journal 90-95 Rating "Superb. Highly Recommended” The Wine Enthusiast Quintuple – distilled, by the renowned Dutch master Distiller, Jacques de Lat, Trump Super Premium Vodka is crafted at Holland's Wanders Distillery, which has been making vodka since 1631. The now award-winning Trump Super Premium Vodka has earned the respect, and inspired the same legacy of "Success Distilled" that the world-famous luxury trademark Trump has throughout the globe. Distilled Five Times with the Finest European Wheat.
Trump Premium Flavored Vodkas
Trump Orange Flavored Vodka: An exotic aroma of mandarin orange and ripe zest. Seductive elements on the nose mirroring that of a sliced section of fresh orange. The flavor in the mouth is soft and refreshing, and the finish is clean and balanced.
Trump Citron Flavored Vodka: A sumptuous aroma of lemon zest - crisp, even and refreshing. The flavor is consistent with the nose; it is both light and clear with a core of fresh citron flavor. There is a pure and level finish that is as stylish to drink as it is to taste.
Trump Grape Flavored Vodka: An unprecedented aroma of fresh cut black grapes - it is highly seductive without being too sweet. The rich and round feel in the mouth is truly amazing and it wraps your tastebuds without overwhelming them. It is a joy to drink.
Trump Raspberry Flavored Vodka: The nose is unique, unlike any other raspberry vodka. The aroma is explosive, like fresh red raspberries off the branch. With a delightful taste and elegant finish this raspberry flavor will leave a lasting impression.
Willie Nelson Old Wiskey River Bourbon
Willie Nelson's, six-year-old, Old Whiskey River Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey was inspired by, and made for, American music legend and whiskey enthusiast Willie Nelson. Old Whiskey River's exceptional flavor is in tune with the world's finest bourbons. This award-winning 86 proof whiskey is handcrafted in small batches by seventh generation master distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky. Starting with corn, rye, and barley from independent family farms, each batch is aged six years in new charred American oak barrels
Paul Newman's Fruit Drinks Newman's Own Lightly Sparkling Fruit Juices. Don't call them sodas--these extraordinary beverages are all natural with no artificial ingredients or preservatives, in the delicious tradition of Newman's Own products. With a hint of carbonation and a big fruit taste, Newman's Own Lightly Sparkling Fruit Juices come in six mouth-watering flavors: Raspberry Kiwi, Original Lemonade, Orange Mango, Limeade, Blackberry and Cherry. The Sparkling Flavored Waters come in three refreshing flavors - Lemon, Lime and Raspberry. Drinks Americas is the exclusive distributor for this entire beverage line.
Rheingold Beer New York City's beer for over a century, Rheingold Beer beat the three leading domestic brands in multiple taste tests.
Cohete Rums Cohete Rums are among the world's best sipping rums. These guarana-infused rums are exquisitely crafted by Alexander Sosa renowned blenders of fine South American rums. Cohete is available in premium Smooth and Gold flavors, each with its own distinctive, exciting character. Cohete is created in the style of the best Cuban rums. Each batch is distilled exclusively in copper towers and made from the highest quality sugar cane. These rums offer a distinct and energizing Latin flavor, whether savored alone or in a fine mixed cocktail. AWARDS: Cohete Gold: Top Ten Best Rum in the World, CNBC's “Squawk Box”
Damiana Liqueur Damiana Liqueur is a light herbal-based liqueur from Mexico. It's made with the damiana herb that grows on the Baja peninsula in Mexico. It has great mixability and makes a delicious shooter. Damiana comes in a unique bottle modeled after an Incan Goddess. The Damiana Margarita is very popular in the Los Cabos area of Mexico, and Mexican margarita folklore says that the very first margarita ever made was made with Damiana Liqueur. Additionally, the Damiana plant and herb have been long regarded for its aphrodisiac qualities that further attribute to the mystique surrounding this fine liqueur.
Drinks International Select Wines Drinks International Select Wines is a premium select-label company that engages in the import and distribution of super premium wines from around the world. Selected vineyards are located in such locations as Australia, New Zealand, France, Italy, Spain, and Chile. Our protocol is meeting specific retailers’ needs through bringing some of the finest wines from around the world that we’ve been able to find through superior knowlege of the fine wine industry.
Aguila Tequila The result of one family's 60-year tequila-making tradition, Aguila Tequila is the finest 100% tequiliana weber blue agave reposado tequila available.It is double-distilled and aged in American oak barrels to produce a smooth, clean, vibrant flavor with a hint of smoke.
Casa BoMargo Wines Drinks Americas has begun sale of selective fine Italian wines under the Casa BoMargo brand in association with Bo Dietl, a media personality well known for his long and distinguished prior career in law enforcement, which was featured in the movie One Tough Cop. Bo Dietl commented, "I just fell in love with these wines. I asked Patrick Kenny, CEO, and my friends at Drinks Americas to import them to America for me. I look forward to actively assisting the company in introducing the wines to my national network in the hospitality industry. On my trip to Italy with my beloved fiancée Margo, we visited wineries in the region and selected the best wines as those for our Casa BoMargo brand. A portion of the profits from the sale of Casa BoMargo wines go to Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang Camp." In Veneto, two superior wines, a Pinot Grigio and a Rosso Riserva Castel Del Monte from Danese, were selected. In Tuscany, Mr. Dietl found a delectable Chianti Riserva. From Pieve del Escovo, an exquisite hand crafted Lucciaio was selected. To complete the line, Il Sommo, the Super-Tuscan wine is estate bottled at the historic Castello Di Lucignano, which traces its roots to the 1100's. Drinks Americas Product Descriptions Corporate Website
Board of Directors
J. Patrick Kenny has been the President and Chief Executive Officer, and a member of our Board of Directors, since March, 2005. He is a former Senior Vice President and General Manager of Joseph E. Seagram & Sons, for which he held a variety of senior management positions over 22 years, with increasing levels of responsibility in Seagram's wine, wine cooler, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage divisions. Mr. Kenny managed Seagram's worldwide carbonated soft drink operations from 1992 through March 2000. He held the title of Senior Vice President and General Manager when he left Seagram in March 2000, prior to its sale to Vivendi Universal. In April, 2000, he co-founded Sweet16 Intermedia, Inc., a trademark licensing and media company which was sold to TEENTV Inc., a media company for chain retailers and mall properties. He has also acted as adviser to several Fortune 500 beverage marketing companies, and has participated in several beverage industry transactions. Prior to joining Seagram, Mr. Kenny was employed in a range of sales and sales management positions with Scott Paper Co. and then Coca Cola's Wine Spectrum. Mr. Kenny initially attended West Point (U.S. Military Academy), until an athletic injury required lengthy treatment. He later received a B.A. at Georgetown University, and an M.A. at St. Johns University in New York.
Bruce K. Klein has served as the Vice Chairman of the Board of DA since it was founded in September 2002 and has been our Chairman of the Board since March, 2005. Since February, 1999, he has served as the Managing Partner of Victory Partners LLC, a company created to fund private businesses in their early stages. In the last five years, Victory has funded six businesses in technology, vitamins and internet services areas, of which three have became public companies and three remain private. From 1992 to 1997, Mr. Klein was a registered representative of the Equitable companies, responsible for sales and services to high income clients, acting as investment advisor and estate planner to an exclusive client base. >From 1986 to 1991, Mr. Klein served as President of Transatlantic Exports Corp., where his duties included purchasing and exporting of finished and contract goods throughout Europe and Africa. From 1980 through 1991, Mr. Klein owned several retail businesses in lumber, hardware home centers and decorating. He received a B.S. in Finance and an M.B.A in Marketing from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Jason Lazo has served as our Chief Operating Officer since March, 2005 and the Chief Operating Officer of DA since May, 2003. From December, 1997 to May, 2003, he worked for Joseph E. Seagram & Sons as Director of Finance, during which he served in the Mixers Group of Seagram working with Mr. Kenny. From January, 1990 to December, 1997, Mr. Lazo worked at Kraft Foods as Manager of Business Analysis, with responsibility for the Capri Sun and Kool-Aid Koolburst, and Ready to Drink Country Time & Crystal Lite brands. He has also worked as a Kraft Foods Plant Controller, managing the start-up of Capri Sun and Lender's Bagels. He has worked in logistics and procurement for Kraft Foods central manufacturing organization and in corporate finance for Entenmann's Bakeries, Inc. He received a B.S. in Finance and an M.S. in Accounting from Long Island University.
Marvin Traub was an initial investor with Mr. Kenny in Maxmillian Partners, LLC. He joined our Board of Directors in March, 2005. From 1978 to 1991, he served as CEO and Chairman of Bloomingdales. His background is in marketing, retail, home furnishings and apparel. Mr. Traub serves as President of his own marketing and consulting firm, Marvin Traub Associates ("MTA") which he founded in 1992. MTA currently has clients in 14 countries and an outstanding team of 18 consultants, all former principals in the retail and consumer goods sectors. Prior to that, Mr. Traub served as Chairman of Financo Global Consulting, the consulting arm of Financo, Inc., where he was Senior Advisor. Mr. Traub is the author of "Like No Other Store..." a combination autobiography and history of Bloomingdale's and American retailing. It was first published in 1993 by Random House and has since gone through three printings. Mr. Traub's consulting clients include American Express, Ralph Lauren, Jones New York, Saks Fifth Avenue, Federated Department Stores, Nautica Europe, Lanvin-France, Coin-Italy, Men's Health, Yue Sai Kan-China, Aishti-Lebonon, Quartier 206-Berlin, The Mercury Group-Moscow, Al Tayer Group-Dubai and AOL Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle in New York. In 2005, in partnership with Mohan Murjani, Mr. Traub created Murjani Traub India Ltd., a joint venture aimed at bringing global brands to India, with offices in New York and Mumbai. Thomas H. Schwalm was an initial investor with Mr. Kenny in Maxmillian Partners. He joined our Board of Directors in March, 2005. He is a 25 year veteran of the beverage industry. In 1995, he co-founded the South Beach Beverage Company, known as SoBe beverage, which was acquired by PepsiCo, Inc. in 2001. From 1995 to January 2001, he served as managing member of SoBe Beverage. Mr. Schwalm's career includes various managerial positions with the Joseph Schlitz Brewing Company from 1968 to1982 and as Group Marketing Director for the Stroh Brewing Company from 1982 to1984, where he managed a $100 million marketing budget and introduced Stroh nationally in 1983. From 1985 to1992, he was Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Dribeck Importers, the US importer for Becks Beer. In 1992 Mr. Schwalm became President of Barton Beers, in Chicago. Barton Beers imported and marketed the Modelo brands - Corona, Corona Light, Pacifico, Negro Modelo and Modelo Especiale. Barton Beers also imported Tsingtao from China, Double Diamond from England, St. Pauli Girl from Germany, Peroni from Italy and Point Beer from the Steven Point Brewing Company. Since January, 2002, Mr. Schwalm has served as the Chief Executive Officer and President of the Thousand Islands Country Club, an exclusive golfing resort, and The Preserve, a luxury residential development, both located in upstate NY. Mr. Schwalm graduated in 1968 from the University of Wisconsin.
Fredrick Schulman served as the Chairman and President of Gourmet Group from September 2000 until March of 2005 and he has been a member of our Board of Directors since March, 2005. He has 25 years of experience in corporate and commercial finance, venture capital, leveraged buy outs, investment banking and corporate and commercial law. Mr. Schulman's career includes key positions with RAS Securities in New York from 1994 to1998 as General Counsel and Investment Banker, eventually becoming Executive Vice President and Director of Investment Banking. From 1999 to September, 2001, he was President of Morgan Kent Group, Inc., a venture capital firm based in New York and Austin, Texas. Since September, 2003, Mr. Schulman has served as Chairman of Skyline Multimedia Entertainment, Inc., and, since September, 2002, he has served as President and Director of East Coast Venture Capital, Inc., a specialized small business investment company and community development entity based in New York.
Fabio Berkowicz has served as our Chief Financial Officer since March, 2005, and as the Chief Financial Officer of DA since October 2004. He is a certified public accountant with over 35 years experience in public accounting. Prior to joining us, from October 1984 to August 2003, he was a senior partner of Edward Isaacs and its successor, McGladrey & Pullen, certified public accounting firms. For McGladrey & Pullen, Mr. Berkowicz was a managing partner of its New York City regional office. He was responsible for managing over 200 accountants and CPA professionals and overseeing accounting services for the full range of both firms' clients. In 2006, he has also performed consulting services for Rosen Seymour Shapss Martin & Company, LLP, a public accounting firm located in New York City, New York.
Hubert Millet joined the Board of Directors of Drinks Americas in 2007. An International Consultant and an Adviser to the French government on foreign trade. Mr. Millet has over 40 years experience in consumer products and has over 20 years in senior management positions in the beverage industry. From 1991 through 1997, he served as President of Seagram Global Brands Division where he was responsible for production and business development for Martell Cognacs, Mumm and Perrier-Jouet Champagnex and Barton & Guestier wines, ... as well as scotch whiskey operations (Chivas Brothers, Glenlivet). From 1989 through 2000 Mr. Millet served as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Seagram's Mumm Martell Group. From 1989 through 2000, Mr. Millet worked for The Seagram Company Ltd. where he served as a member of the Seagram Spirits & Wine Executive Council. Mr. Millet served as Chairman of Barton & Guestier SA, a member of the Board of Directors of Martell Cognac, a member of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of G.H. Mumm, a member of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer of Perrier-Jouet, a member of the Board of Directors of Tropicana Europe, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Herve Leger (Fashion Co.). From 1977 through 1989, he worked for Groupe Cointreau where he served in various roles, including the Chief Executive Officer of the Cointreau Group and as Cointreau's Finance & Development Director. From 1970 through 1977, Mr. Millet worked for the British American Tobacco Company, Cosmetics and Beauty Products Division, where he served in various roles including as a Vice President responsible for finance and development with respect to the division's of European operation. He has been Director of Drinks Americas Holdings, Ltd. since March 9, 2007. Mr. Millet has also served as a member of the Board of Directors of Parfums Hermes from 1982 to 2007 and serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Hermes USA, and a member of the Board of Directors of The Savannah College of Art and Design. Mr. Millet has been the recipient of various rewards, including Officer de la Legion d'honneur, Officer dans l'Ordre National du Merite and Medaille Commemorative d'Algerie. Mr. Millet is a graduate of the University of Paris, he received four major French decorations, including Officer of National Order of Merit and Officer of the Legion of Honor. Mr. Millet resides in Hilton Head, South Carolina. He is a native of France.
"We are very excited to have Hubert Millet join our Board of Directors," commented J. Patrick Kenny, President and Chief Executive Officer of Drinks Americas. "He adds depth and further expands our team. With over 20 years experience in the beverage industry, Hubert brings a wealth of expertise and invaluable insight into the development and marketing of beverage brands on a global scale. With the growing success of Trump Super Premium Vodka, combined with several products in development, Hubert's appointment reflects our commitment to becoming one of the fastest growing beverage companies in the world."
Mr. Millet said, "I am thrilled to join Drinks Americas' Board of Directors and work with their superb management team. With the Company's unique strategy that combines premium beverages with renowned icons, Drinks Americas is well positioned to become a global company. I look forward to contributing by leveraging my expertise and international relationships for the Company's product development, distribution and marketing plans to maximize the Company's international growth opportunities."