From Zero Sales to Celebrity Backing: How Candela Mamajuana Took Off
In this episode of Beyond The Wealth, host Andres Sanchez sits down with Alejandro Russo, the founder of Candela Mamajuana. Alejandro shares the incredible story of how he turned an obscure Dominican spirit into a premium brand embraced by Pitbull and major resorts worldwide.
🔥 Learn how Alejandro:
Discovered Mamajuana and saw its untapped market potential
Launched Candela from scratch, starting with college parties
Navigated major setbacks (including almost going bankrupt)
Landed Pitbull as an investor and brand supporter
Expanded Candela into hotels, liquor stores, and international markets
Launched an eco-friendly liquor distribution business
If you're an entrepreneur, spirits enthusiast, or just love an inspiring founder story, you won't want to miss this conversation.
🚀 Candela Mamajuana: https://drinkcandela.com
🐦 Follow Alejandro Russo: https://twitter.com/AlejandroRusso
🎙 Hosted by Andres Sanchez | Follow for founder interviews and startup lessons: https://twitter.com/_Andres_Sanch_
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Contents of the video
00:00 Meeting Pitbull at the Marina
06:25 "Mezcal's Rise and Market Potential"
14:01 Rum Quest in Chile
19:20 "Business Startups: Low Cost, Big Value"
23:10 Startup Setback in Punta Cana
30:38 "Organic Brand Advocate: Capo Curtis"
36:49 "Lifesaving Investor Support"
39:26 Manifesting Investments: Pitbull's Predicted Role
45:19 Exceptional Rum in Generic Bottle
49:44 Liquor Packaging Waste Issue
53:13 EcoSpirits' Innovative Bottle Solution
01:00:49 "Invest Early in Branding"
01:04:12 CPG Success: Quality and Emotion
01:08:46 Grateful for Your Hospitality
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