Taking its name from the Monte Solaro mountain on the Italian island of Capri, the Solaro gin brand leans heavily into its provenance, with a sustainable twist. Founder Lorenzo Fornari explains the approach to Global Drinks Intel editor Olly Wehring.What’s your background?I’m an Italian national, but grew up in the US and have lived in London for around four years. I come from a completely different professional background, which is technology and innovation in satellite telecommunications.I’ve long had a passion for everything artisanal and authentic – there are many artists in my fam
‘I had no experience of the spirits industry whatsoever’ – Solaro Capri Gin founder Lorenzo Fornari speaks to Global Drinks Intel
‘I’m afraid I’m a horrible, horrible optimist!’

Olly has been reporting on the beverage industry as a B2B journalist since 2003. He spent 18 years at Just Drinks, 16 of which as managing editor. Since joining Global Drinks Intel in 2022, he's interviewed the CEOs for brand owners including AB InBev, Campari Group, Carlsberg, Heineken and Suntory Global Spirits and has a bulging contacts book from across beverage alcohol worldwide.


