Ep 15 - Drinkpreneurs with Five Drinks Co.

The Big Idea Box

This episode highlights entrepreneurs in the beverage industry, focusing on challenges, marketing, and growth. As Wynwood, Miami grows as a tourist attraction and hub for drinks, food, and nightlife, local beverage entrepreneurs have found new opportunities worth taking. Your host Bryant sits down with the Founder & CEO of Five Drinks Co., Felipe Szpigel, and Lucas Cravero, Director of Sales and Business Development. Five Drinks Co. is a Miami-based start-up making craft, ready-to-drink cocktails that don’t suck. These drinks are locally farmed and sourced, made with five simple ingredients.

Here are the topics addressed and timestamps: 1:16 Introduction to Five Drinks Co. and guests 3:46 Creating and branding 9:34 Box Cold Brew Coffee 16:20 Business challenges 20:53 Funding options 26:53 Opening a distillery in Wynwood 33:10 Partnerships, marketing, and promotions 44:40 Beverage business laws and licenses 52:24 Advice to other drinkpreneurs

This episode dives into the ins and outs of launching a successful beverage business from local experts. Be sure to share this episode with your friends and family!! Remember to follow us @thebigideabox @thelabmiami on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter! Connect with our guests @fivedrinksco Give us feedback with this link: bit.ly/2C3fwFj and enjoy the show!!