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Gallo Acquires Four Roses Bourbon Brand from Kirin
The $775 million deal will add a prominent Kentucky bourbon to Gallo's portfolio of wine and spirits.
Feb. 6, 2026 at 8:23pm
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California-based wine giant Gallo announced a deal to acquire the Four Roses bourbon brand from Japanese beverage company Kirin. The $775 million transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026. Gallo said no changes are planned for Four Roses' operations, production, or distribution once the acquisition is complete.
Why it matters
The acquisition of the iconic Four Roses brand signals Gallo's strategic move to expand its presence in the spirits market, particularly the lucrative bourbon category. This deal comes amid a period of uncertainty for the American spirits industry, as it navigates trade conflicts and economic challenges.
The details
Four Roses Distillery, located in the heart of Kentucky bourbon country, has seen strong growth in the U.S. market since Kirin acquired the brand in 2002. The distillery recently completed a $55 million expansion that doubled its production capacity. Kirin said the sale will allow the company to reallocate resources towards businesses that better leverage its organizational capabilities.
- Kirin and Gallo announced the $775 million deal on February 6, 2026.
- The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026.
The players
Gallo
A family-owned California-based wine company with an extensive portfolio in wine, spirits, malt beverages, and ready-to-drink products.
Kirin
A Japanese-based beverage company that has owned the Four Roses bourbon brand since 2002.
Four Roses Distillery
A Kentucky-based bourbon distillery that produces the iconic Four Roses brand, known for its high-end premium whiskeys.
What’s next
The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, pending regulatory approval.
The takeaway
This acquisition highlights Gallo's strategic move to expand its presence in the spirits market, particularly the lucrative bourbon category, as the American spirits industry navigates trade conflicts and economic challenges. The deal also allows Kirin to refocus its resources on businesses that better leverage its organizational capabilities.