The Finer Side of Life

Preiss Imports Diversified Brandy Portfolio

forerunner in the craft cocktail revolution. From the day of its inception, the company grew exponentially. So much so that by 2008, it represented 33 suppliers from Europe and Australasia and accumulated millions of dollars in sales of specialty spirits. Today, the thirdgeneration enterprise continues to excel by importing and marketing global spirits, wines, and culinary specialties. Co-founder Nikki Preiss has played a role in the success, bringing her specialty spirits expertise and culinary passion to the table daily. The primary vision of father-daughter-run Preiss Imports is to create an exceptional portfolio that embodies the fusion of spirits, wine, and culinary arts.

Within that portfolio exists a line of diverse, international brandies guaranteed to amplify any experience. When asked what makes these spirits extraordinary, founder Henry Preiss shares, “Our goal at Preiss Imports is to source brands of exceptional character from passionate producers. To that end, we have a diversified portfolio of brandy. That means sourcing brandy not just from grapes, what most people might expect, but also from fruits and various regions. Currently, Austria, France, Italy, Peru, and Switzerland.” foresee. Unfazed by this adversity, Preiss Imports vows to continue to work hard and show the industry and its bartenders how its multi-dimensional range of brandies can add additional excitement to beverage programs. With the utmost confidence, they see nothing but a bright future for the brandy category.

As distributors increasingly show a profound interest in fruit distillates, Armagnac, and the entire brandy category, there has been no better time for Preiss to shine.

Preiss Imports uncovers the vast potential within the Brandy segment by seeking out the highest quality and greatest variety. Checking off both boxes is upcoming addition, a Charentais-style Italian brandy ranging from ten to over 30 years old. Preiss expects to acquire more Armagnac from Single Estates, custom Cognacs, and possibly some vintage Calvados.

According to Henry Preiss, creating concoctions with brandy should be a standard for mixologists. “It is hard to imagine a bartender not wanting to use brandy in their creations. We often see bartenders using a product like our Pisco Brandy and working in a Mezcal and having it make a smooth, round, and flavor-packed drink. The same can be said for the many fruit brandies we have and the rich and flavorful cocktails that are created using these brandies.”

Rightfully dubbing themselves “The Spirits of The World,” Preiss cultivates a new perspective and appreciation for the finer artisanal side of life.