SPONSORS

Australian Liquor Marketers (ALM)

Bacardi Martini - Patron

We are the world’s largest privately held international spirits company. Our portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, PATRÓN® tequila, GREY GOOSE® vodka, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including WILLIAM LAWSON’S® Scotch whisky, D’USSÉ® Cognac, ANGEL’S ENVY® American straight whiskey, and ST-GERMAIN® elderflower liqueur.

Founded more than 163 years ago in Santiago de Cuba, we currently employs more than 8,000, operate production facilities in 11 countries and territories, and sell our brands in more than 160 markets.

Beam Suntory

Brightside

Amber King & Sue Lauritz head up BrightSide Executive Search, the only dedicated drinks industry recruitment specialists in Australia. 

They play a huge part in ‘Connecting the drinks industry. They love what they do, they’re heavily invested in the industry and have shaped countless careers across the country including many of you in this room. 

If you are looking for the best talent in market or a new chapter in your career in drinks, make sure you see the team at BrightSide.

Also – This year marks BrightSide’s 10th successful year in business. Congrats Amber & Sue!

Brew Guru - RYSE

Brewguru: Redefining RTDs

Headquartered in Seoul, Brewguru is Korea’s No. 1 RTD producer and operator of the nation’s largest whiskey distillery. With a reputation for marrying craftsmanship with bold innovations, Brewguru reshaped the category by pioneering the world’s first “Fresh Lemon Slice RTD”, a breakthrough that has sold more than 60 million cans across Asia and earned top honors at the Korea Wine & Spirits Awards.

Now, Brewguru brings this spirit of innovation to Australia with RYSE. Designed specifically for local consumers, RYSE combines vodka, sparkling soda, and a real fresh lemon slice in every can, delivering a drinking experience that’s as refreshing as it is unique.

RYSE is more than just a product, it signals the evolution of the category, from RTD 1.0 to 2.0. It’s a new standard built on authenticity, quality, and excitement. Crafted to captivate premium consumers and create fresh energy for retailers. With Brewguru’s proven track record across global markets, RYSE is here to reshape expectations and redefine what’s possible in RTDs.

Brown-Forman x Jack Daniels

For more than 150 years, Brown‑Forman has enriched life by responsibly building fine quality beverage alcohol brands. From barrel to bottle, our rich history and commitments have collectively crafted the foundation upon which we work, bringing premium and super-premium spirits to the world.

While much has changed since Brown‑Forman was founded in 1870, it’s what has stayed the same that makes our story particularly remarkable. Our timeless values of integrity, respect, trust, teamwork, and excellence live at the heart of our company and our culture. Together, we share a common dedication to demonstrate and ensure there is Nothing Better in the Market!

Casella Family Brands

Cazcabel

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners

Drinkwise

Easy Seltzer

Fever Tree

Hoxton

Independent Liqour Group

Independent Liquor Retailers

Independent Liquor Retailers (ILR) is one of Australia’s leading member-based liquor groups, representing over 500 independent stores and venues across the eastern seaboard. From hotels and bottle shops to clubs, bars and supermarkets, ILR gives members the buying power, exclusive deals, and profit-sharing opportunities to compete and thrive.

ILR operates four retail brands—Local Liquor, Supabarn Liquor, Liquor & Co, Countrywide, and Local Liquor Express—each designed to cater to the unique needs of local communities. Backed by decades of wholesale, retail and supplier expertise, we’re led by store owners and focused on one goal: putting more profits into members’ pockets while strengthening Australia’s vibrant independent liquor industry.

Liquor Marketing Group (LMG)

Established in 1977, LMG is Australia’s largest member-owned retail liquor group, proudly representing over 1,400 independent stores nationwide. We’re dedicated to helping our members succeed, supporting them to enhance their stores, run effective marketing and promotional campaigns, and make informed decisions through smart use of technology, data and insights. With the strength of national buying power, trusted consumer brands and hands-on support, LMG gives independent retailers the tools and confidence to compete in today’s retail liquor market. We’re a partner committed to helping our members grow strong and successful businesses.

Pantalones

Paramount Liquor

Paramount Liquor is the largest independently owned liquor wholesalers in Australia. We’ve been family owned since day one, bringing generations of hospitality experience to venues all around the country. That’s what makes us different from the rest—a deep understanding of what makes the hospitality industry tick, and a genuine passion for helping it thrive.

With the largest range in the country and our eyes planted firmly on the future, we’re redefining what it means to be a liquor wholesaler. We’re more than just your go-to for the best drinks, we’re your partner in success. Whether it’s consultations on curating the ultimate drinks list for your venue, our industry-first rewards program, innovative partnerships that make doing drinks business easier, or access to our industry insights and data, Paramount Liquor is here to deliver a completely holistic service that is unmatched in the industry.

Retail Drinks Australia

Stan Sport Venues

Stone & Wood

Thunderdonk

From the creators of Scapegrace Distillery, ThunderDonk is a flavoured whisky built around the ritual of the Donk – that unmistakable thud of a shot glass on the bar. Born in the rugged hills of Central Otago, it delivers bold twists like Spiced Maple and Salted Caramel.

ThunderDonk is raising glasses and turning heads in bars, festivals, and liquor stores – creating moments that last long after the final round.

Treasury Wine Estates

Treasury Wine Estates is one of the world’s largest wine companies. Through world-class winemaking and brand marketing, our business is focused on meeting evolving consumer interests across the globe, and on delivering sustainable growth. Everything we do is dedicated to realising our ambition of becoming the world’s most admired premium wine company.

White Claw Vodka Smash

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities for ALIA 2025 are now available.

Sponsorship opportunities for ALIA 2025 are now available.

Being a sponsor of ALIA provides you with an opportunity to connect your business with some of Australasia’s key business personnel behind leading hotel, bar, club and retailer businesses.

Who attends ALIA?

Over 600 people attend ALIA from on and off-premise companies.

Why sponsor with ALIA?

The Intermedia Group’s hotel and liquor publications – Australian Hotelier, Bars & Cocktails, National Liquor News, and TheShout are leading publications for the liquor industry. Your sponsorship can include pre-event, event and post-event exposure in the form of print and online opportunities.

Want more information?

For all sponsorship bookings and enquiries, please contact:

Shane T Williams
P: +61 2 8586 6205
E: stwilliams@intermedia.com.au

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