Constellation Brands Inc. purchased Four Corners Brewing LLC, the Dallas, Tex., producer of Local Buzz Honey-Rye Golden Ale and El Chingón IPA beers. Four Corners will join Constellation’s Craft & Specialty Beer Group.
Four Corners was founded in 2012 by longtime friends George Esquivel, Greg Leftwich and Steve Porcari.
Four Corners brews an entire portfolio of authentic, delicious and sessionable beers accompanied by one-of-a-kind branding inspired by their Oak Cliff roots.
Sales have grown five-fold since 2014, and the brewery expanded capacity from 8,000 barrels in 2016 to 25,000 barrels in 2017. Four Corners has won multiple local awards in their short history for both brewing and branding.
“Four Corners brings a culture that mixes adventure and innovation with elements of heritage and tradition,” said President and Chief Operating Officer Bill Newlands, Constellation Brands. “It’s a compelling opportunity for Constellation because Four Corners’ bicultural inspired flavors and branding capitalize on one of the hottest trends in beer – Hispanic influenced products. George, Greg and Steve have created beers that are big on flavor, refreshing and pair well with bold Texas cuisine, while creating a brand that embraces and reflects the diversity of its people. We’re excited to help them take the brand further.”