Stock Spirits has signed agreements with Synergy Group for the distribution of Beluga vodka in Poland, as well as Distell International for premium portfolio brands in Italy and Slovakia.

The agreement with Synergy will be effective this month.

Stock Spirits CEO Mirek Stachowicz was quoted by Foodbev.com: "We are very pleased that Synergy, a highly respected spirits business, recognises the strength of our distribution platform in Poland, and we are delighted to be working with such high-quality, super-premium and fast-growing brands in our largest market.

"This will complement our strong existing portfolio, and enable us to offer an even better range of products to our customers."

"This will complement our strong existing portfolio, and enable us to offer an even better range of products to our customers."

Synergy Group chairman Alexander Mechetin was quoted by The Spirits Business as saying: "Poland is the third largest vodka market in the world by value and one of the most attractive emerging markets in Europe, with strong growth for super premium spirits.

"With their proven marketing and commercial skills and strong branded spirits portfolio, Stock Spirits is a perfect fit for Beluga as we look to drive further growth in this attractive emerging market, giving Beluga strategic focus and enhanced distribution."

Stock Spirits will distribute Distell International’s premium portfolio brands, including African cream liqueur Amarula, the Scotch whiskies Black Bottle and Scottish Leader, and cognac brand Bisquit, in Italy and Slovakia.