Chilco River Holdings Advances Commercialization Across Premium Spirits Portfolio

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Chilco River Holdings Advances Commercialization Across Premium Spirits PortfolioAuthor of the article:Excuse Tequila Diamond Edition enters U.S. distribution as Company advances Excuse Mixers, Mr. Cliff’s Premium Bourbon and key corporate initiativesTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountLOS ANGELES, Sept. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chilco River Holdings, Inc. (OTCID: CRVH) (“Chilco River” or the “Company”), a beverage alcohol holding company focused on premium tequila, bourbon and ready-to-drink (“RTD”) spirits, today provided shareholders with an update on recent operational progress and the Company’s near-term commercialization priorities.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Building the Foundation for Commercial GrowthGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againOver the past year, Chilco River has continued its transition into a focused beverage alcohol holding company built around a portfolio of premium consumer brands spanning tequila, bourbon and ready-to-drink cocktails.Management’s strategy has centered on establishing the operational foundation necessary for sustainable commercialization: completing production, securing required regulatory approvals, establishing distribution relationships, developing direct-to-consumer capabilities and concentrating resources in select strategic markets.With production of Excuse Tequila Diamond Edition now complete and initial U.S. distribution underway, the Company believes it has reached an important stage in that strategy as its focus increasingly shifts from product development toward commercialization, distribution and consumer adoption.Chilco River intends to concentrate initially on key markets including Texas, Illinois and California, while building the distribution, marketing and e-commerce infrastructure necessary to support additional expansion nationally.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Excuse Tequila Diamond EditionProduction of Excuse Tequila Diamond Edition has been completed through the Company’s distillery partner in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico.The product has secured required regulatory approvals, including U.S. federal label approval and authorization from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (“TABC”) for sale within Texas.Importation and initial U.S. distribution are now underway, beginning with the Houston market.The Company is actively developing and evaluating distribution relationships within its previously announced target markets of Houston, Chicago and Los Angeles as it builds the commercial footprint for the brand.In parallel, a dedicated Excuse Tequila e-commerce platform is nearing completion and is expected to provide an additional direct-to-consumer channel for eligible consumers across the continental United States, subject to applicable state and local regulations.Management believes the combination of targeted distributor relationships and e-commerce will provide the Company with multiple avenues for building brand awareness and expanding consumer access.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Chilco River continues to advance the planned commercial launch of its Excuse Mixers ready-to-drink cocktail portfolio.Manufacturing of the product containers has been completed, and labels for the Company’s four planned launch flavors — Margarita, Strawberry Margarita, Paloma and Purple Punch — have been submitted to the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”) for approval.Following required regulatory approvals, the Company expects to proceed with final label assembly and co-packing as it prepares the products for commercial launch.Management views the mixer line as an important complement to the Company’s broader beverage portfolio and an additional opportunity to reach consumers across multiple product categories and price points.Mr. Cliff’s Premium BourbonMr. Cliff’s Premium Bourbon continues to build its presence in Texas through consumer events, tastings and market-development activities.The Company has also completed a new premium label design for the brand, which is expected to be submitted to the TTB for regulatory approval.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.These initiatives are intended to position Mr. Cliff’s for expanded commercial activity while allowing the Company to continue building brand recognition within a targeted initial market.Corporate and Capital Markets InitiativesIn addition to advancing its operating businesses, Chilco River continues to work on several corporate initiatives intended to strengthen the Company’s public-market infrastructure and shareholder communications.The Company’s Form 211 process under Rule 15c2-11 and its PCAOB audit remain underway and continue to progress.Chilco River is also developing updated corporate and brand websites, expanded social-media channels and improved digital communications designed to provide consumers, business partners and shareholders with greater access to Company and brand information.Management intends to provide additional updates as material milestones are achieved.“Over the past year, our objective has been to turn the foundation we have built into tangible commercial progress,” said Will Lovett, Chief Executive Officer of Chilco River Holdings.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.“Excuse Tequila Diamond Edition has moved from development through production and regulatory approval and is now entering U.S. distribution. At the same time, Excuse Mixers and Mr. Cliff’s continue moving through the steps required for broader commercialization.”Lovett continued, “Our focus remains disciplined execution. We believe building these brands market by market, while simultaneously strengthening our corporate and public-market infrastructure, provides the appropriate foundation for the next stage of Chilco River’s development. We look forward to providing shareholders with additional updates as these initiatives advance.”About Chilco River Holdings, Inc.Chilco River Holdings, Inc. (OTCID: CRVH) is a beverage alcohol holding company focused on the acquisition, development, marketing and distribution of premium alcohol brands, including tequila, bourbon and ready-to-drink cocktails.The Company’s strategy centers on developing a diversified portfolio of consumer-focused beverage brands through disciplined market expansion, strategic distribution relationships, direct-to-consumer capabilities and selective partnerships.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Shareholders and prospective investors are encouraged to review the Company’s filings and public disclosures available through OTC Markets.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding distribution expansion, e-commerce capabilities, regulatory approvals, anticipated product launches, commercialization initiatives, corporate filings and other future business activities.Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements except as required by applicable law.Chilco River Holdings, Inc.Phone: 1-800-421-6581Email: info@chilcoriver.comWebsite: www.chilcoriver.comThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.