Wines and spirits manufacturer Global Spirits has signed a deal with MS Walker for distribution of its LEAF organic vodka and Khortytsa vodka in New England, US.

The products will be distributed by MS Walker from 1 January 2017 across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont in the New England region.

MS Walker is a wholesale distributor of wines and spirits, and has been distributing to retail stores, restaurants and hotels since 1933.

"New England is an important vodka market with a growing mixology culture."

The company is headquartered in Massachusetts, and has also has operations in Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Global Spirits USA northeast regional manager Jose Guerrero said: “MS Walker is a leader in the wine and spirits industry.

“They offer a carefully chosen and diverse portfolio, and they provide the marketing resources needed to make products successful while offering superior service to customers and suppliers.

"New England is an important vodka market with a growing mixology culture. LEAF’s packaging, price point and organic origins clearly resonate with today’s consumer lifestyles, while Khortytsa is a quality vodka at a terrific price point that is growing rapidly."

Khortytsa vodka is distilled at the Khortytsa Distillery, which was built in 2003. The distillery makes use of a local organic filter, containing a natural mineral called schungite.

The presence of birch and alder-tree charcoal and quartz sand further aids the filteration process.

Currently, Khortytsa Platinum, Khortytsa Ice, Khortytsa Honey Pepper, and Khortytsa De Luxe are being imported to the US.

Leaf vodka range is made up of such sourced waters as Alaskan glacial water and Rocky Mountain mineral water.

Global Spirits was founded in 2008 and includes the brands Morosha Vodka and Pervak Vodka, along with Khortytsa Vodka and LEAF Vodka.