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MGP Ingredients, Inc. reports developments across branded spirits, distilling solutions and ingredient solutions, with news centered on operating results, production levels, dividends and demand conditions in American whiskey and specialty ingredients.
The company’s updates also cover the Luxco branded spirits portfolio, including Penelope, Rebel, Remus and Yellowstone bourbons and El Mayor tequila, as well as releases, barrel programs, partnerships and events tied to distilleries in Indiana and Kentucky and tequila operations in Arandas, Mexico. News on the business addresses branded spirits momentum, brown goods demand, distilling capacity, bottling and warehousing operations, and specialty fiber, protein and starch ingredients for food products.
MGP Ingredients (MGPI) has announced significant board leadership changes, with Martin Roper being elected as Chairman of the Board effective May 22, 2025. Roper, who joined the board in April 2025, brings over 25 years of beverage industry experience, including his tenure as CEO of The Boston Beer Company and current role as CEO of The Vita Coco Company.
The company also appointed new committee chairs: Jennifer Lowry for the Audit Committee, Todd Siwak for the Nominating and Governance Committee, and Tom Gerke for the Human Resources and Compensation Committee. Brandon Gall, Interim President, CEO, and CFO, emphasized that Roper's appointment comes at a crucial time as MGP continues its transformation into a premier branded spirits organization.
Rebel Bourbon, in collaboration with Childress Vineyards, has launched Rebel 100 Childress Vineyards Cabernet Franc Barrel Finish, a limited-edition bourbon. The new offering features Rebel's wheated recipe, aged four years in Cabernet Franc barrels and bottled at 100 proof. The release is limited to 500 cases and will be available at North Carolina ABC stores and Lux Row Distillers at $39.99 per 750mL bottle.
The bourbon offers unique flavor notes of sweet plums, honey, and bright berries. This release builds on Rebel Bourbon's existing partnership with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) and follows their earlier 2025 release of Kyle Busch 108 Single Barrel Bourbon.
MGP Ingredients (MGPI), a leading provider of branded and distilled spirits and food ingredient solutions, has announced a quarterly dividend payment. The company's board of directors has declared a dividend of $0.12 per share of common stock. Shareholders who are recorded as stockholders by May 16, 2025, will receive the dividend payment on May 30, 2025.
MGP Ingredients has successfully enhanced its financial flexibility through a significant credit facility expansion. The company has increased its revolving credit facility from $400 million to $500 million and extended its maturity from 2026 to 2030, maintaining current interest rates.
Key improvements include:
- Accordion feature increased from $100 million to $200 million
- Extension of shelf agreement for issuing up to $250 million in senior secured promissory notes to 2028
- Partnership with Wells Fargo Bank-led syndicate of lenders and PGIM (Prudential) affiliates
The refinancing strengthens MGP's balance sheet and cash flows, positioning the company to execute its strategic objectives and drive shareholder returns. As a leading provider of branded and distilled spirits and food ingredient solutions, this financial enhancement supports MGP's continued growth trajectory.
El Mayor Tequila announces a significant packaging update across its product line, transitioning to a new 750 mL slim bottle design throughout 2025. The redesign features a larger label to create a more unified brand appearance and enhance shelf visibility.
The premium tequila, produced at Destiladora Gonzalez Lux in Arandas, Mexico, is crafted from 100% estate-grown Blue Weber Agave from Jalisco. The portfolio includes Blanco, Reposado, Rosado Reposado, Añejo, Extra Añejo, and Cristalino varieties, each with distinct aging processes and flavor profiles.
The brand has received notable recognition, including gold medals at the ASCOT and SIP Awards for its Blanco, a double gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for Reposado, and a double platinum at ASCOT Awards for Añejo. El Mayor Reposado was also named among the top 10 tequilas globally at the 2025 International Wines and Spirits Competition.
MGP Ingredients (MGPI), a leading provider of branded and distilled spirits and food ingredient solutions, has scheduled its first quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10 a.m. ET. The company will release its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, before market open.
The earnings conference call will feature Brandon Gall, interim President and CEO, and Mark Davidson, Corporate Controller and Head of Treasury. Investors can access the live webcast through the company's Investor Relations website or dial in directly using 844-308-6398 (domestic) or 412-717-9605 (international).
MGP Ingredients (MGPI) has announced the appointment of two new independent directors to its Board: Gerardo 'Gerry' Lopez and Martin Roper, while Preet Michelson has resigned from the Board. Following these changes, the Board will maintain nine directors, with eight being independent.
Lopez brings significant executive experience as former President and CEO of AMC Entertainment Holdings and EVP at Starbucks Coffee Company. He currently serves on the boards of CBRE Group, Newell Brands, and Realty Income Roper is the current CEO of Vita Coco Company and serves on Fintech's board, with previous experience as CEO of The Boston Beer Company.
Board Chairman Donn Lux expressed confidence that the new directors' industry knowledge and operational expertise will help guide MGPI's next growth phase and strategic priorities.
Luxco has announced the launch of Escasa, a new ultra-premium sipping Tequila, available nationwide. The portfolio includes Blanco, with Reposado set to release in summer 2025.
Fourth-generation Master Distiller Graciela "Grace" Gonzalez crafts Escasa using:
- Hand-selected 100% Blue Weber agave from different single estates yearly
- Triple-distillation process
- Extra pure water, mature single estate-grown agave
- Heirloom yeast and Bagazo fibers for enhanced depth during fermentation
The upcoming Reposado variant will be uniquely aged in Albariño wine barrels from Rias Baixas, Spain, marking a first-of-its-kind aging process in the tequila industry.