Be Spirits 2026: A World Tour of Spirits with Spirits Selection by CMB

Our location: Hall 2.2 – Stand C047

For the second consecutive year, Spirits Selection by CMB will host its Be Spirits pavilion at Wine Paris 2026, taking place from 9 to 11 February 2026.

Following a highly successful first participation in 2025, this new edition marks a further step in the competition’s ambition to showcase Spirits Selection by CMB medal winners and strengthen its visibility within the international spirits industry.

Wine Paris & Be Spirits: a must-attend event

Wine Paris has established itself as one of the world’s leading trade fairs dedicated to wines and spirits.
At the heart of the show, Be Spirits continues to experience steady growth.

Key figures from Be Spirits 2025:

• 18,000 visitors

• 300 exhibitors

• 34 countries represented

• 2,678 m² of exhibition space

Producers in the spotlight at the Spirits Selection by CMB stand

For this second participation, Spirits Selection by CMB will highlight a selection of international producers, reflecting the diversity and richness of the global spirits landscape.

Click here for the list of award-winning spirits available for tasting at our Spirits Bar by CMB

Cartavio Rum Company (Peru)

With nearly 100 years of expertise, Cartavio Rum Company embodies the tradition and excellence of Peruvian rum. Crafted from the finest local sugarcane and aged using unique processes, its award-winning rums appeal to the most discerning palates.

Château de Lacquy (France)

A family-owned estate since 1711, Château de Lacquy perpetuates a tradition of excellence while embracing a distinctly modern approach. The estate sustainably farms its 25 hectares, distils on site, and offers a remarkable range of Armagnacs: blends, vintages, single casks, and rare editions.

Litchquor (Mauritius)

Founded in 2012, Litchquor Ltd produces premium small-batch spirits from Mauritian sugarcane distillates. Present in over 20 markets, the company showcases the authenticity of Mauritius through its brands Gold of Mauritius, ROM Club, Barrum, and Beach Party.

Oxenham (Mauritius)

A family business since 1932, Oxenham produces wines, rums, and craft beers. Its Oxenham Craft Distillery represents a fully integrated know-how, from fermentation to distillation, with a strong identity and international ambition.

Distilleria Sibona (Italy)

Located in the Roero region at the heart of Piedmont, Distilleria Sibona is one of Italy’s historic distilleries. Holder of the country’s oldest distillation licence (No. 1), it is renowned for its grappas made from unique grape varieties and aged for long periods in oak barrels.

Groupe Saint Aubin (Mauritius)

Founded in 1819, Groupe Saint Aubin is an iconic player in Mauritian heritage. A pioneer of pure sugarcane juice rum on the island, it combines pot still and column still distillation to create rums with a rich aromatic palette, blending tradition and innovation.

Taiwan Tobacco & Liquor Corporation (Taiwan)

A Taiwanese state-owned company, TTL offers a wide range of single malt whiskies, craft spirits, and premium beers. Each product reflects Taiwan’s climate, culture, and high standards of quality.

Artesano (Panama)

El Ron del Artesano is ageing in specially selected casks until it is decided by tasting, that it is ready to be bottled. It is not filtered, nor artificially couloured. It is crafted, not created, selected out of the best Panamanian rum casks ageing in the family’s warehouse. Bottling and labeling is done by hand, to honour the craftsman’s work.

On the label you can see Viktor, building a cask, with his hat, his beard and his smile, which he always showed while working. Our grandma remembers him as a modest dad, distiller and craftman. El Ron del Artesano is an homage to his live and work. Until his death in 1959 he gave the ideas, the power and the passion to this distillery and made this rum possible. Every single bottling reminds us of his will to work and his happiness.

El Ron del Artesano is a rum, which shows the work of the cooper and distiller, a piece of art, every bottling different, but always aiming at offering the best possible quality.

May your smile be as Viktor’s and Sebastian’s while enjoying this rum.

Mezcal Puebla (Mexico)

We are nine different brands from Puebla State that preserve the authentic tradition of the mezcal production.

Our mezcales are from the regions of Mixteca poblana, Atlixco and Tehuacán. Our spirits are papalometl, rhodacanta, espadilla, salmiana, pitzometl, arroqueño and angustifolia ensemble and a distillate of turkey breast with mole poblano.

Rhume Bologne (Guadeloupe)

Since 1887, the BOLOGNE distillery has been located on a three-century-old sugarcane plantation stretching from the slopes of the Soufrière volcano down to the Caribbean Sea.

Heir to this long-standing tradition, the Sargenton-Callard family has remained faithful to BOLOGNE’s artisanal craftsmanship and has always sought to elevate the expression of both terroir and sugarcane, the sole guarantees of exceptional quality. BOLOGNE is one of the last distilleries in Guadeloupe to use a copper column still, which faithfully preserves the full aromatic palette of the sugarcane. Our rums are aged exclusively in oak barrels, for a minimum of three years and up to more than a decade. Aging takes place at the distillery itself, at the foot of the Soufrière volcano.

From being the first organic rum producer in Guadeloupe to becoming the first agricultural estate certified HVE (High Environmental Value), BOLOGNE combines the highest environmental standards to preserve natural resources. Awarded the “Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant” (Living Heritage Company) label, an exceptional state distinction unique to France, the BOLOGNE distillery has been recognised among French companies for its outstanding artisanal and industrial expertise.

The BOLOGNE distillery stands for: the oldest distillery in Guadeloupe; a 100% family-owned company employing 40 people; a rare sugarcane variety (black cane) grown on rich volcanic soil; and a wide range of white and aged rums, awarded medals every year.

Stara Sokolova (Serbia)

 RB Global Distillery, known for its brand Stara Sokolova, is the leader in the production and export of premium fruit brandy (rakija) for over 30 years. Founded by Radisav Bogdanović, it preserves a secret family recipe from 1897, passed down through eight generations. Based in Kostojevići, Western Serbia, Stara Sokolova stands for tradition, quality, and heritage. Its portfolio includes plum brandy (šljivovica), apricot, quince, Williams pear, and plum brandies with juniper, honey, and herbs. Producing over 200,000 bottles annually using traditional methods and top-quality local fruits, Stara Sokolova distributes award-winning rakija in 19 countries worldwide. 

Destilerija Zaric (Serbia)

Destilerija Zarić is a timeless fusion of tradition and modern innovation, nestled in the charming town of Kosjerić, the northernmost municipality of the Zlatibor District, surrounded by Serbia’s lush, rolling landscapes. Here, the art of making premium fruit brandies is a celebration of heritage, blending centuries-old techniques with cutting-edge technology to create spirits of unmatched quality. Carefully selected local fruits are transformed into liquid masterpieces, with every step — from fermentation to patient aging in oak barrels — reflecting an unwavering commitment to excellence. This distillery is a sanctuary where the traditions of the past and the advancements of the present harmonize seamlessly. Destilerija Zarić proudly embodies the soul of Serbian tradition, bringing together the best of tradition and modernity in every bottle.

Rockland Distilleries (Sri Lanka)

Established in 1924, Rockland is a fourth generation family-owned company, which continues to be run by family members along with a team of experienced staff members in key positions. Rockland is the 2nd largest distillery in Sri Lanka and are recognized for their high quality brands, which have a strong following in Sri Lanka. Rockland manufactures and distributes their portfolio of local and imported spirits and fine wines via their in house distribution network. They are one of the strongest distributors in Sri Lanka, with coverage across the entire country. The company is considered to be one of the most advanced and well-run businesses in Sri Lanka and are recognized for their integrity and professional approach towards suppliers and customers alike.

Podrum Pevac (Serbia)

Podrum Pevac is a family-owned Serbian winery and distillery founded in 2008. The estate covers 8 hectares of vineyards and focuses on indigenous grape varieties such as Tamjanika, Prokupac, and Morava. While also renowned for its distillery, the winery has gained international recognition for its elegant and characterful wines. A passion for winemaking and a distinctive design philosophy are reflected in every bottle.

Be Spirits – An invitation to taste

Visitors will also have the opportunity to discover Madeira rum and enjoy a traditional poncha tasting at the Spirits Selection by CMB stand during a convivial gathering on 9 February, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Hall 2.2 – Stand C047).

This informal event will offer professionals a genuine immersion into the island’s rum culture, in a setting conducive to exchange and discovery.

With this second participation at Be Spirits, Spirits Selection by CMB reaffirms its role as an international benchmark in promoting spirits of excellence and their producers from around the world.