Press Release
For Immediate Release
Hooten Young Expands Florida Distribution Through Green Light Distribution
Partnership strengthens statewide market presence and supports a more unified whiskey and cigars strategy
ORLANDO, Fla. — Hooten Young, the whiskey and cigar brand built on a lifetime of service and made for those building their American dream, is proud to announce its Florida distribution partnership with Green Light Distribution, based in Central Florida.
Through this partnership, Green Light Distribution will represent Hooten Young across the state of Florida, expanding access to the brand’s growing portfolio of premium whiskeys for retailers, restaurants, bars, cigar bars, and hospitality partners.
The move marks an important step in Hooten Young’s continued growth in Florida and supports a more connected market strategy for the brand. By creating stronger alignment in the field, the new distribution structure will help Hooten Young better connect its whiskey and cigars business through joint team support and coordinated account development.
“Hooten Young was built on a lifetime of service, and everything we create is meant for people building something of their own. Florida is an important market for us, and partnering with Green Light Distribution gives us the reach and local strength to introduce our whiskey to more people who connect with what this brand stands for.”
— Norm Hooten, Founder of Hooten Young
In addition to expanding its footprint, Hooten Young enters this next phase with strong momentum behind its whiskey portfolio. The brand has earned notable industry recognition, including Small Batch Bourbon of the Year at the 2025 SIP Awards, a Consumers Choice Award at the SIP Awards, and Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, among other honors.
“We’re excited to help grow Hooten Young across Florida. This partnership gives us the opportunity to better support accounts with a more unified approach across both whiskey and cigars. There is real opportunity to build meaningful placement, stronger relationships, and long-term momentum for the brand throughout the state.”
— Ryan Klosicki, Territory Director of Sales (Florida)
With Green Light Distribution now leading Florida distribution efforts, Hooten Young is positioned to expand its presence across both on-premise and off-premise channels while continuing to strengthen the connection between its whiskey and cigar business in-market.
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About Hooten Young
Hooten Young exists for the moments that mean something. We don’t raise a glass or light a cigar to forget. We do it to remember — the work it took to get here, the people who paved the way, the sacrifices made for our freedom, and the good company beside us at day’s end. Made to Remember®
About Green Light Distribution
Green Light Distribution is a wine and craft spirits distribution company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with operations in Florida including Orlando and Hollywood. Founded to provide dedicated support for small to mid-size brands, Green Light Distribution helps emerging and growing companies expand their market presence and compete at scale. The company is the third-largest national brand spirits distributor in the state of Texas and continues to expand its footprint in new markets.
