Drinks Enthusiast was established in July 2011, bringing together brands who required a strategic focus in the North of England and Wales.
Proudly having a diverse range of brands available to all pubs, bars, restaurants and retailers, Drinks Enthusiast works with each to develop serves, events and team activations, making sure each brand has a lasting relationship.
Currently, Drinks Enthusiast works with 3 different clients, encompassing 12 different brands.
Spiribam is the largest partnership, working their award-winning r(h)um and liqueur portfolio as well as representing St. Lucia Distillers rum company as Brand Ambassador for the 12 years.
JBE Imports are also represented with their range of tequila and bitters, whilst most recently the addition of Carib Lager and Mash Gang Beers expands Drinks Enthusiast.
Click here to see all current brands associated with Drinks Enthusiast.
If you wish to experience any of the brands within the portfolio for your venue, please drop Drinks Enthusiast an email at Contact
BIOGRAPHY:
Drinks Enthusiast is Dave Marsland. With 18 years experience of bartending, management, ownership and sales across both on and off-trade sectors, not only does Drinks Enthusiast have a brand agency, but Dave also owns Manchester Rum Festival and released a book entitled Saint Lucia: A Sugarcane and Rum History! Previously he was the owner of Marigot Bay Bar & Cafe, Bassano Bar and Riddles Emporium retail, each based in Manchester, as well as curated the Northern Restaurant and Bar trade show from 2012 to 2024.
Manchester’s first and only dedicated rum festival.
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Check out the awards, interviews and features, publications, cocktail competitions, notable events and distillery visits.
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Purchase your copy of Saint Lucia: A Sugarcane and Rum History today!
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