June 6, 2024 – Origami Sake, the largest domestically owned sake brewery in America, today announced its alignment with leading national distributor Breakthru Beverage in Colorado, Florida, Missouri and Nevada. As part of Breakthru’s portfolio, Origami will leverage the distributor’s advanced digital capabilities, best-in-class data and insights and expert sales team.
“Origami is excited about our engagement with Breakthru Beverage in multiple markets as we expand our production and implement our nationwide distribution goals,” said Matt Bell, President of Origami Sake. “The Breakthru collaborative approach to distribution and shared vision of the growth potential of the sake category in the United States is mutually aligned with our goals for the expansion of sake in America.”
In selecting Breakthru, Origami also noted Breakthru’s strong focus on customers and helping them meet consumer demands, which in recent years have included unique and elevated beverage experiences, novel products and high-quality ingredients. Located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Origami Sake is made using locally sourced rice and water, resulting in an innovative sake that fuses traditional Japanese craftsmanship with American resources. The brand carries two varieties, called Thousand Cranes and White Lotus, which they began selling in 2023. As Breakthru continues to expand its wine offerings, emerging brands like Origami with strong local followings and high-quality products stand out as preferred partners.
“We are excited to partner with Origami Sake and be a part of introducing sake to American audiences in new markets,” said Kevin Roberts, Chief Commercial Officer at Breakthru. “We pride ourselves on our ability to strengthen brands through partnerships while helping them reach new consumers in new markets, and we are confident that Origami will be no exception. We look forward to working with them to take their business to the next level and seeing Origami on our customers’ shelves and menus soon.”
About Origami Sake
Located within the Ouachita Mountains in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Origami Sake is Arkansas’ first sake brewery. Combining world-renowned local mineral water with 100% Arkansas-grown rice varieties selected for quality and character, every bottle of Origami Sake reflects the brewery’s commitment to quality and sustainability from farm to bottle.
About Breakthru Beverage Group
Breakthru Beverage Group is one of the leading alcohol wholesalers in the United States and the largest broker in Canada representing a full total beverage alcohol portfolio of spirits, wine and beer. Breakthru is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and supports a wide range of notable organizations as well as local charitable initiatives across its North American footprint. Across all markets, Breakthru aligns a nimble and insightful approach to sales, marketing and operations. Family ownership is active in the business and committed to being stewards of heritage and champions of innovation. For more information, visit www.BreakthruBev.com.
