THIRSTY THURSDAYS

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Happy Thursday!

This week we’re featuring four craft beverage brands with new offerings perfect for fall football season - Peyton Manning’s Sweetens Cove has launched two new small batch bourbons, Ghostfish has a new award-winning gluten-free pumpkin beer, Holiday Vodka launches the smoothest Italian vodka we’ve tried and Viva Tequila Seltzer sampler pack subscriptions are live and shipping to 45 states.

The weekend is fast approaching. Stay thirsty my friends.

How 433 Investors Unlocked 400X Return Potential

Institutional investors back startups to unlock outsized returns. Regular investors have to wait. But not anymore. Thanks to regulatory updates, some companies are doing things differently.

Take Revolut. In 2016, 433 regular people invested an average of $2,730. Today? They got a 400X buyout offer from the company, as Revolut’s valuation increased 89,900% in the same timeframe.

Founded by a former Zillow exec, Pacaso’s co-ownership tech reshapes the $1.3T vacation home market. They’ve earned $110M+ in gross profit to date, including 41% YoY growth in 2024 alone. They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO.

The same institutional investors behind Uber, Venmo, and eBay backed Pacaso. And you can join them. But not for long. Pacaso’s investment opportunity ends September 18.

Paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the NASDAQ is subject to approvals.

Sweetens Cove – Limited Tennessee Bourbon Pre-Order

Discover the newest small-batch treasures from Sweetens Cove Spirits. Their 5-Year Aged Tennessee Bourbon and 6-Year Aged Tennessee Bourbon are now available for pre-order, letting you reserve your allocation before these limited releases sell out. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these bourbons embody the signature Sweetens Cove tradition of excellence. Backed by Peyton Manning and Andy Roddick, Esquire ranked it “#1 Ranked Celebrity Spirit In The World”

Holiday Vodka – Italian Vodka, Now Shipping to 45 States

Meet Holiday Vodka, a premium Italian vodka now shipping to 45 states (from New York). Smooth and refined, this spirit is perfect for elevating your cocktails or enjoying neat. Whether you’re gifting or stocking your own bar, Holiday Vodka makes every occasion special.

Viva Tequila Seltzer – Award-Winning & Now with Subscriptions

Raise a toast with Viva Tequila Seltzer, the award-winning, 88-calorie, zero-sugar, zero-carb seltzer. Now shipping to 45 states, Viva’s new subscription program offers the lowest price available online or in-store—with the biggest savings when you subscribe for a case every month or every two months. Enjoy effortless delivery straight to your door.

Ghostfish Brewing – Gluten-Free Craft Beer

Experience the bold flavors of Ghostfish Brewing, makers of award-winning gluten-free craft beer, shipping to 45 states. Their Lunar Harvest Pumpkin Ale, a Silver Medal winner in the Pastry/Dessert Beer category, is the perfect seasonal sip for fall.

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– The Bottle & Barrel Team