Alcoholic beverages
One of Mexico's oldest companies, founded in 1758 and still majority owned by the founding family. Controls 30% of the global tequila market, with other major spirits brands in its portfolio too.
Company Assessment
(Last updated Aug 2025)
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CDP Climate Change score of D
In 2024, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change risk. Responding companies are scored across four key areas: disclosure; awareness; management; and leadership. This company received a CDP Climate Change score of D.
Source: CDP
(2024)
CDP Water Security score of C
In 2024, the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) asked companies to provide data about their efforts to manage and govern freshwater resources. Responding companies are scored on six key metrics: transparency; governance & strategy; measuring & monitoring; risk assessment; targets & goals; and value chain engagement. This company received a CDP Water Security score of C.
Source: CDP
(2024)
Company Details
Type:
Public company
Revenue:
1.5 billion USD
(2019)
Employees:
6,836
(2019)
Subsidiaries:
Proximo Spirits Inc
Spirits importer
Founded in 2007 by the Beckmann family of Mexico, who also own and operate Jose Cuervo. Acquired Australian drinks distributor Island2Island in July 2017.
Proximo Australia Pty Ltd
Beverages distributor
Founded as island2island Beverage Co. in 2007 to distribute Angostura. Acquired by Jose Cuervo-owned Proximo Spirits in 2017 and changed its name to Proximo Australia in 2018.
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Proximo Australia
1800
Tequila
Bushmills
Whisky (other)
Jose Cuervo
Tequila
The Kraken
Rum
The Kraken
Premix Spirits/RTD