In its third year of operation, Wild Leap announced on Monday that it is expanding distribution to select markets in South Carolina. Wild Leap began distributing craft beer in the southwest Georgia market in 2017 and increased distribution to cover three States. Wild Leap craft beer and spirits were available in Charleston, South Carolina and surrounding areas through Southern Eagle Distributing starting on Monday.
“Efforts to expand distribution have been more laborious with the precautions and setbacks of COVID-19, but it is definitely a labor of love,” said Anthony Rodriguez, CEO and co-founder of Wild Leap in a press release. “The culture of craft beer and spirits in Charleston is thriving, and we are excited to share our products with our fans from Southern Caroline.”
Wild Leap started out as a small-town brewery with local distribution, but co-founders Rob Goldstein and Anthony Rodriguez said they dreamed of growing up. According to the press release, in three years, the fast-growing, independent brewery has extended its product line to include artisanal spirits and is now available throughout the state of Georgia and in select markets in Alabama and South Carolina.
“When looking at potential new markets for expansion, South Carolina was the priority. In addition to the logistical appeals, we saw very high market growth potential, ”said Goldstein, co-founder and CMO of Wild Leap in the press release. “We have a pre-existing fan base in South Carolina and we received a large flow of inquiries from fans and retailers to extend distribution to the area. The fans made an easy choice. “
The press release also noted that the expansion of distribution in South Carolina comes in the wake of the industry’s highly regarded awards and recognitions. After having three beers named as winners of the 2020 US Open Beer Championship medal, Wild Leap nominated 10 beers for The Beer Connoisseur’s “100 best beers of 2020” and five beers for the “Top 10 Double IPAs” in the category division of style.
Wild Leap beer, vodka and ready-to-drink cocktails are available in Charleston, South Carolina and the surrounding area through the Southern Eagle Distributing starting on Monday. For more information on the exact locations, visit www.wildleap.com/find.