Did you know the United States Marine Corps was originally established as a separate force from the Navy on November 10, 1775, by the Second Continental Congress? After the Revolutionary War, the Corps was briefly disbanded, but was reestablished on July 11, 1798, when Congress officially created the United States Marine Corps as we know it today.
In November 2023, our company reached out to the Marine Corps Exchange (MCX). By early spring 2024, we were thrilled to receive our first order for our iconic handblown Blue Shark Vodka bottle, which shipped to Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. As a veteran-owned business, we found the regulations and shipping requirements to be detailed and demanding, requiring careful attention to detail in every step.
Our sales quickly grew thanks to our President Niki’s commitment to building strong relationships, including hosting tastings and working closely with the Camp Lejeune staff. Within six months, we expanded our offerings to include three Blue Shark Vodka SKUs: the 1.75L, our unique holographic shipwreck 750ml bottle, and pints. By the end of the summer, the Spirits Buyer at Camp Lejeune also added our Chactun Tequilas—from our sister company, Hacienda Chactun—to their selection.
This year, we are proud to announce that Blue Shark Vodka is now available at U.S. Marine installations nationwide, including Camp Pendleton (CA), Cherry Point (NC), Henderson Hall, and Quantico (VA).
We are honored to serve the men and women of the United States Marine Corps with our premium, award-winning vodka.
Thank you for your service—God Bless America.
