Concessionaire HMSHost (Avolta) has unveiled a new global spirits program available at 20 airports across the United States. The Connoisseur’s Collection showcases a menu of handpicked premier spirits, including private label bourbon barrels from Jefferson’s and Maker’s Mark as well as rare bottles from The Balvenie 21; Belvedere 10; Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin; El Tesoro Extra Añejo Tequila and more. The program is currently available at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI); Boston Logan International Airport (BOS); Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT); Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW); Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL); Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL); George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH); Harry Reid International Airport (LAS); Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL); John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK); Los Angeles International Airport (LAX); Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY); Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF); Miami International Airport (MIA); Newark International Airport (EWR); Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD); Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX); Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC); and Tampa International Airport (TPA) as well as in select duty-free stores operated by Dufry.
“What began as a high-end retail offering in our duty-free stores has expanded to our food and beverage line of business, demonstrating our unique position to enhance the travel experience at numerous touchpoints,” said Tyler Pitman, Avolta’s senior vice president of concept development, brand partnerships and adult beverage for North America. “Travelers have come to know HMSHost for our delicious food and exceptional service, and now we can establish ourselves as offering a world-class spirits experience. We crafted the Connoisseur’s Collection for travelers seeking something truly extraordinary along their journey. Each bottle is a rare pour, small batch, or limited edition, meeting travelers’ growing demand for premiumization, and the addition of HMSHost-exclusive barrel picks reinforces the prestige of the program. We are tremendously grateful for our partners who embraced this opportunity to create something unique that will result in lasting memories for guests.”
