Lucas Bols USA, the North American arm of one of the world’s oldest distilled spirits companies, has selected Breakthru Beverage Group as its new distributor partner in California, effective September 1, 2025. The transition follows the planned exit of Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) from the California market.
With this move, Breakthru will take on distribution of Lucas Bols USA’s portfolio of premium spirits and liqueurs, according to the company. The portfolio includes brands such as Bols Liqueurs, Galliano, Partida, Passoã, Pallini and Fluère. This also brings the Lucas Bols–Breakthru partnership to 14 U.S. states plus Canada.
“This new partnership is a major milestone in our U.S. strategy and a fitting evolution as we celebrate 450 years of Lucas Bols,” said Brett Dunne, managing director of Lucas Bols USA, in a press release. “Breakthru Beverage Group brings the scale, sophistication, and shared passion to help us grow in a state as crucial as California. We’re energized about what we can build together.”
“We’re thrilled to expand our partnership with Lucas Bols in California, helping bring their world-class portfolio to more Golden state consumers,” added Amanda Hale, Breakthru Beverage Group SVP, Supplier Business Development. “Their strong portfolio of globally recognized spirits and premium liqueurs are a perfect complement to our existing brands, enhancing our ability to meet every need or occasion. Lucas Bols shares many of our growth ambitions, particularly in California, where we have expanded our team and made strategic investments in our operational capabilities and route-to-market strategy to provide better service to our partners.”