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Five things I’ve learned – Craft Spirit Capital founder Guy Lawrence

Henry Mathieu
Last updated: 25/06/2025 at 4:07 PM
By Henry Mathieu
25 June 2025
6 Min Read

‘You can’t achieve any spectacular success without a great team.’


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Guy Lawrence's career in beverage alcohol dates back to 1988, since when he's held roles of increasing seniority at companies including Bacardi, Russian Standard, Mast-Jägermeister and Brockmans Gin. At the start of last year, he set up specialist drinks advisory firm Craft Spirit Capital and is currently working with tequila brand Cazcabel as a non-executive board advisor. Be early - But not too early Innovation is essential, but timing is everything. Lawrence’s first lesson came early in his career at Guinness, when he helped launch Smithwick’s Alcoho

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Henry joined Global Drinks Intel as a senior reporter in 2025, having spent two years writing news, features and analysis articles for Just Drinks and Just Food. He has gained WSET Level 2 qualifications both in wine and beer independently.
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