Tequila 3 Amigos and Napa Smith Brewery Team Up To Support Event

Indianapolis, IN – January 19^th, 2012 – Paddington Brands announced today it has agreed to sponsor The 2nd Annual Checkered Flag Run (Checkeredflagrun.com) to Phoenix International Raceway’s NASCAR Weekend.  Tequila 3 Amigos and Napa Smith Brewery will both help make year’s event to be bigger and better than ever for motorcycle enthusiasts when it returns March 2-3, 2012 .  The Checkered Flag Run offers two days of exciting activities that culminate with rides to Phoenix International Raceway (PIR) (Phoenixinternationalraceway.com) to watch the Bashas’ Supermarkets 200 NASCAR Nationwide Series Race on March 3.

J. Smoke Wallin, Chairman & CEO of Paddington Brands, said, “We love the opportunity to get our 3 Amigos Tequila and Napa Smith Brewery involved in such a fantastic event.  Helping promote the Checkered Flag Run ties in perfectly with our 3 Amigos Tequila sponsorship of PIR’s NASCAR events.”

“We are excited about our new and expanded program,” said Alan M. Powell , co-founder of the Checkered Flag Run. “We are highlighting the diversity among motorcycle enthusiasts while supporting organizations that work to benefit the local multicultural community in the Greater Phoenix and Chandler areas. It’s not a white thing, Hispanic thing or a black thing – it’s a chrome thing.”

A major highlight of the event weekend will be the Checkered Flag Run Bike Show hosted at PIR on March 3. Motorcycle enthusiasts are encouraged to enter the competition to have their bike judged by legendary builders Paul Yaffe of Bagger Nation (BaggerNation.com), Brian Klock of Klock Werks Kustom Cycles (KustomBaggers.com), Dave Perewitz of Perewitz Cycle Fabrication (Perowitz.com) and John Shope from Sinister Industries (SinisterIndustries.com). Participants will have a chance to win cash prizes and the opportunity to participate in the exclusive Gatorade Victory Lane celebration that includes the awarding of the Bashas’ 200 champion’s trophy to the race winner.

Event Tickets

Tickets to the 2012 Checkered Flag Run can be purchased for $25 until March 1 or while supplies last. After March 1 , tickets are available at the gate at PIR. One ticket allows access to all events including the NASCAR Nationwide Series Race on March 3. Book your tickets now!  Call (866)498-RACE (7223) or visit Phoenix International Raceway

Join us for the 3 Amigos Tequila Leather & Lace Ball @ Ovations LIVE! Showroom @ Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino with Special Guest DJ TWINN & DJ BLVD Rodd Sat., March 3, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 5040 Wild Horse Pass Blvd Chandler, AZ 85246 Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino

For a full Schedule of Events check out Checkeredflagrun.com.

About Checkered Flag Run

The Checkered Flag run was created by Phoenix International Raceway in conjunction with Valley-based strategy firm AP & Associates, LLC. For more information, visit AP & Associates (apandassociatesllc.com), Checkered Flag Run (Checkeredflagrun.com), Face Book – Checkered Flag Run, Twitter – Checkered Flag Run

Media Contact: Candace McGinty ace@checkeredflagrun.com (310) 497-6189

About Tequila 3 Amigos

3 Amigos is the “Official Tequila of Racing”™.  Tequila 3 Amigos is produced in Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico. Tepatitlan is located in the region of Los Altos de Jalisco (highlands of the state of Jalisco).  Tequila 3 Amigos holds a high standard of making a quality tequila – “Quality is our Signature”, taking pride in exercising the best agricultural practices by growing and maintaining their blue agave organically, and harvesting their own agave at its prime ripeness, producing a tequila of the finest quality embodied with flavor and aromas pleasurable to any palate. http://3amigostequila.com/html/casa.html and on Twitter @tequila3amigos

About Napa Smith Brewery

Napa Smith Brewery is located at the southern gateway to Napa Valley, just south of the town of Napa. Napa Valley is internationally known as a destination for those individuals who seek the best that life has to offer. Napa Smith is proud to contribute to the Napa tradition of hard work, craftsmanship, and artistry with the introduction of its unique family of beers. It creates its beers using proprietary recipes developed by Master Brewer Don Barkley – the most experienced brewer in the craft brewing industry.  Come visit us at our newly opened Brewpub in Napa or on the web at www.napasmithbrewery.com

About Paddington Brands

Paddington Brands (www.Paddingtonbrands.com) manages a portfolio of owned and agency premier import and craft beers, artisanal spirits and fine wines. Paddington owns the Napa Smith Brewery & Winery and 3 Amigos Tequila. It imports a portfolio of beers, wines and spirits including Agoston Wines (Spain), Chase Distillery (UK), Calatrasi (Italy), Gemtree Vineyards (AU), Marisco Wines (NZ).  Paddington is headquartered in the Indianapolis, Ind., metro area with offices in the United Kingdom and Napa, Calif., and a sales team covering the U.S. market and select international markets.

12/7/2011 12:00:00 AM

Huntington Beach, Calif. – December 7, 2011– Napa Smith Brewery, producers of hand-crafted beer from the Napa Valley, have been named the Official Beer of USA Water Polo. As part of the agreement Napa Smith Beer will be featured at a variety of events including the 2011 & 2012 USA Water Polo Golf Tournaments, the 2012 Hall of Fame Dinner, and the 2012 Masters Nationals Championship. They will also serve as the title sponsor of the annual Masters Nationals Social and provide additional beer to supplement VIP areas for various events throughout the term, such as FINA level National Team competitions and private fundraising events. The agreement also allows for USA Water Polo to host potential events at Napa Smith’s Brewpub while also promoting the company through Golf Tournament tee-signs, a dedicated email campaign, and more.

“Napa Smith Brewery crafts high quality, great tasting beer right here in California. We are excited to support a local business, while providing them access to our national marketing assets,” said Jennifer Rottenberg, USA Water Polo Chief Marketing Officer.  “We look forward to working together in particular to support further growth of our Masters – adult – level water polo programs, and at the same time, to support Napa Smith in its growth in distribution and awareness.”

“While Napa Smith is a young company, our employees are very active. They play kickball and golf, darts and horseshoes; we swim from Alcatraz, bike, and play volleyball. We hike, run, surf, and play soccer. A couple of us play in rock bands. And we play water polo,” said Steve Morgan, President of Napa Smith Brewery. “So, when we found an opportunity to combine one of our passions with sponsoring the sport of water polo as a whole, we jumped at it. We are very excited to partner with USA Water Polo and support their members and National Teams as they prepare for the 2012 Olympic Games in London!”

Napa Smith “Lost Dog”

About Napa Smith Brewery
Napa Smith Brewery is located at the southern gateway to Napa Valley, just south of the town of Napa. Napa Valley is internationally known as a destination for those individuals who seek the best that life has to offer. Napa Smith is proud to contribute to the Napa tradition of hard work, craftsmanship, and artistry with the introduction of its unique family of beers. It creates its beers using proprietary recipes developed by Master Brewer Don Barkley – the most experienced brewer in the craft brewing industry.

About USA Water Polo
USA Water Polo, Inc. is the national governing body for water polo in America, overseeing our United States Olympic program as well as 20 different championship events annually, such as Junior Olympics and Masters National Championships. With more than 40,000 members, USAWP is also the sanctioning authority for more than 500 Member Clubs and more than 400 tournaments nationwide. USAWP is committed to the development of the sport nationwide. It fosters grass-roots expansion of the sport, providing a national system of affiliated clubs, certified coaches and officials.

Official USA Water Polo Sponsors
24 Hour Fitness, Active Media, American Pistachios, Aquahydrate, Big Fish Payroll Services, Capital One, Colorado Time, H2O Audio, Intercontinental Hotels Group, iSport, Jostens, Kaenon, KT Tape, Ludus Tours, Malibu Wellness, Mikasa, Napa Smith Brewery, Ospraie Management, PowerBar, Pro-form Mouthguards, REUSE Jeans, Sea Air Federal Credit Union, Squar Milner, SwimOutlet.com, Stemilt, TRX, TURBO, United, VIDA Organic Life Massage & Water Marque.

Napa Brew Pub Now Open To The Public

Napa, CA – November 17, 2011 – Paddington Brands announced today that Napa Smith Brewery won the Silver Medal for its Organic IPA at the 2011 Great American Beer Festival.  In one of the most competitive categories at the largest beer competition in the world, Napa Smith Organic IPA finished second overall and was the only organic product to win a medal.

J. Smoke Wallin, Chairman & CEO of Paddington Brands & Napa Smith Brewery, said, “We have been saying for some time that despite his tenure as the most experienced craft brewer in America, our Master Brewer Don Barkley doesn’t always get the recognition that his remarkable beers deserve. We can put that concern to rest with this wonderful achievement. The Great American Beer Festival is the foremost gathering of its kind, and only three traditional-style IPA’s were awarded medals. We are extremely proud of Don and his entire team and thrilled to have won this medal.”

“IPA is one of the hottest segments of the craft beer category, but many IPA’s lack complexity and balance. This medal proves that it is possible to brew a benchmark IPA that is drinkable and food friendly,” said Steve Morgan, President of Napa Smith Brewery. “In addition our beer is also certified organic, which makes this achievement even more noteworthy.”

SILVER Medal 2011 GABF

Napa Smith brews a portfolio of award winning beers in Napa, California. Its portfolio is available in 30 states with plans to be available nationally by early 2012. Napa Smith is proud to number Whole Foods, Safeway, and Publix amongst its many retail partners.

“It was a special pleasure to meet and be honored with Jim Koch of Samuel Adams, to walk out on stage with Don and our brew team, and to receive our medal from GABF founder Charlie Papazian,” said Morgan. “Both Jim and Charlie had very kind words for Don. I believe this award will stand as a milestone in our growth.”

The Napa Smith Brewery recently opened the doors of its new brewpub in Napa, CA.  The brewpub is open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm.  Come visit and enjoy our award winning beers and great people!

Don Barkley - GABF Silver Winner - Napa Smith Organic IPA

About Napa Smith Brewery

Napa Smith Brewery is located at the southern gateway to Napa Valley, just south of the town of Napa. Napa Valley is internationally known as a destination for those individuals who seek the best that life has to offer. Napa Smith is proud to contribute to the Napa tradition of hard work, craftsmanship, and artistry with the introduction of its unique family of beers. It creates its beers using proprietary recipes developed by Master Brewer Don Barkley – the most experienced brewer in the craft brewing industry. Join us on Facebook at  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Napa-Smith-Brewery/134429636596007 Follow us on Twitter @Napa_Smith

About Paddington Brands

Paddington Brands (www.Paddingtonbrands.com) manages a portfolio of owned and agency premier import and craft beers, artisanal spirits and fine wines. Paddington owns the Napa Smith Brewery & Winery and 3 Amigos Tequila. Paddington is headquartered in the Indianapolis, Ind., metro area with offices in the United Kingdom and Napa, Calif., and a sales team covering the U.S. market and select international markets.

RISING TRIO STEALING ANGELS CONTINUE MOMENTUM WITH “LITTLE BLUE SKY”

SLATED TO PERFORM NATIONAL ANTHEM FOR PHOENIX INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY’S WYPALL* 200 ON NOVEMBER 12

Nashville, TN (November 7, 2011) – It’s been a whirlwind year for the girls of Stealing Angels. Country music’s rising trio spent 2010 entertaining radio stations across the country, participating in the Minnesota Twins 20^th Anniversary of their world series win, performing for the troops on the Turn Out The Lights USFI Tour in Iraq, being national ambassadors for American Humane Association and performing in the Humane Societies’ Red Star S.O.S. tour and opening for the likes of Tim McGraw and Lady Antebellum.  They are keeping the momentum going with their newest single, “Little Blue Sky,” available at radio today and iTunes on November 8.

“We are so excited about getting this song out to our fans, friends and family” says Stealing Angels. “It is really special to us because everybody has somebody who is their little blue sky. We hope this song touches people and reminds them to appreciate the people that are most important in their lives.”

Stealing Angels are slated to perform the National Anthem live on ESPN 2 at the WYPALL* 200 powered by Kimberly-Clark Professional at Phoenix International Raceway  on November 12.  The girls will also perform a pre-race concert on PIR’s Fan Midway presented by Three Amigos Tequila. “3 Amigos Tequila is very excited to present the amazing trio – Stealing Angels and their new single to our many race fans – a perfect combination!” said J. Smoke Wallin, CEO of Paddington 3 Amigos.

Tickets for the WYPALL* 200 powered by Kimberly-Clark Professional start at only $15 and are available by calling 866-408-RACE (7223) or online at www.PhoenixRaceway.com.

About 3 Amigos Tequila

3 Amigos is the “Official Tequila of Racing”™.  Tequila 3 Amigos is produced in Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico. Tepatitlan is located in the region of Los Altos de Jalisco (highlands of the state of Jalisco).  Tequila 3 Amigos holds a high standard of making a quality tequila – “Quality is our Signature”, taking pride in exercising the best agricultural practices by growing and maintaining their blue agave organically, and harvesting their own agave at its prime ripeness, producing a tequila of the finest quality embodied with flavor and aromas pleasurable to any palate. http://3amigostequila.com/html/casa.html and on Twitter @tequila3amigos

About Paddington Brands
Paddington Brands (www.Paddingtonbrands.com) manages a portfolio of owned and agency premier import and craft beers, artisanal spirits and fine wines. Paddington owns the Napa Smith Brewery & Winery and 3 Amigos Tequila. Paddington is headquartered in the Indianapolis, Ind., metro area with offices in the United Kingdom and Napa, Calif., and a sales team covering the U.S. market and select international markets. Join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Paddington-Brands/220043258012149 and Follow us on Twitter @Paddingtonbrands



Joliet, Ill. – June 1, 2011 – Chicagoland Speedway today announced a partnership with 3 Amigos Tequila making it the official tequila of the speedway.

“We’re excited to partner with 3 Amigos Tequila and introduce our fans to their award winning tequila,” said Scott Paddock, President of Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway. “We look forward to bringing unique opportunities throughout the Chicagoland area to 3 Amigos Tequila.”

3 Amigos Tequila was founded by Arizona resident Santiago Gonzalez and his family in 2007. The product is made from agave grown at his family’s farm in Mexico. The tequila is distilled and bottled in Mexico before being brought to the United States for distribution.

“3 Amigos is very excited to partner with Chicagoland Speedway and introduce our brand to the third largest media market,” said J. Smoke Wallin, Chairman & CEO of Paddington & Pelican Brands.   “3 Amigos recently won ‘Best of Show’ at the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America tasting competition.  3 Amigos is above all else, great tequila.”

Tickets are on sale now for the 2011 events at Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway, including single-day tickets! To purchase tickets, please visit www.ChicagolandSpeedway.com or call 888-629-RACE (7223).

Chicagoland Speedway’s 2011 Schedule:

Date Event

June 4             STP 300 (NASCAR Nationwide Series) Messina Wildlife Animal Stopper 150 presented by Menards (ARCA Racing Series)

Sept 16                        NASCAR Camping World Truck Series

Sept 17                        Dollar General 300 presented by Coca-Cola (NASCAR Nationwide Series)

Sept 18            NASCAR Sprint Cup Series

Route 66 Raceway’s 2011 Schedule:

Date Event

June 10-12      NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series

June 23-26      NMRA NMCA Super Bowl of Street Legal Drag Racing

July 7-10          O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Nationals (NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series)

Sept 15            *Traxxas Torc, The Off-Road Championship Series

*At the Route 66 dirt oval

For more information on Chicagoland Speedway stay connected on Twitter and Facebook.

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Chicagoland Speedway

Celebrating its 10^th year of racing, Chicagoland Speedway is a 1.5-mile, paved oval race track located in Joliet, Ill.  The track has hosted racing events of the major U.S. racing series, and currently conducts races in all three NASCAR national series, including the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, the NASCAR Nationwide Series, and the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.   Along with Route 66 Raceway, a drag racing facility located on the same property, Chicagoland Speedway is wholly-owned by International Speedway Corporation (ISC), a major promoter of motorsports activities.  ISC owns and/or operates 13 of the nation’s major racing venues, including Daytona International Speedway. For more information on Chicagoland Speedway, visit www.ChicagolandSpeedway.com.

About Paddington Brands
Paddington Brands (www.Paddingtonbrands.com) manages a portfolio of owned and agency premier import and craft beers, artisanal spirits and fine wines. Paddington’s team and partners have extensive experience in the global beverage and consumer-packaged goods industries, while also maintaining ownership of the Napa Smith Brewery & Winery and 3 Amigos Tequila. Paddington is headquartered in the Indianapolis, Ind., metro area with offices in the United Kingdom and Napa, Calif., and a sales team covering the U.S. market and select international markets. Join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Paddington-Brands/220043258012149 and Follow us on Twitter @Paddingtonbrands

3 Amigos Tequila

Tequila 3 Amigos is made by the Gonzalez family.  3 Amigos Tequila is grown and made in Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico, located in the highlands of the state of Jalisco. Los Altos red rich soil, and high incline land produces the finest Weber Blue Agave. 3 Amigos Tequila is a young company with deep roots going back generations of growing blue agave for some of the finest tequila companies.  3 Amigos tequila is now rolling out around the US and will be available in in your market soon.  Visit us online at http://3amigostequila.com/html/casa.html or join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/3-Amigos-Tequila/94710159983 where we will continue to update availability.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Chicagoland Speedway & Route 66 Raceway

Nicole Mancuso Meagher: (815) 722-4180

nmeagher@chicagolandspeedway.com

RELEASE Thursday October 6, 2011

Media contact:

Heather Carden

001-317-574-6408

Award Winning Napa Smith Brewery Opens Brewpub and Wine Tasting Room

Napa, CA  – October 6, 2011 – Napa Smith Brewery is pleased to announce the opening of it’s new Brewpub and Wine Tasting Room in Napa, CA.  For the first time in Napa Valley, visitors can stop in for a beer tasting and a wine tasting.  The Brewpub features 8 different types of Napa Smith beer fresh and on tap, while the Wine Tasting room provides the opportunity to taste and purchase wines from Napa Smith Winery as well as Bourassa wines.

“We’ve been making great beer for a while now, and I think it’s about time we have a place where you can come in and taste it fresh from the Brewery,” commented Master Brewer Don Barkley.  “If you want to learn more about beer or take a tour, you can do that.  If you want to just relax over a cold, refreshing beer, you can do that.  We just want you to have a good time, meet great people and enjoy life at its finest – that’s what Napa Smith is all about.”

To celebrate, the Brewpub will be hosting a Grand Opening on Saturday, October 8 from Noon – 4pm.  Both the Brewpub and the Wine Tasting room will be open to the public.  There will be live music and featured specials.

“This is something we’ve wanted to do for a long time, and we’re thrilled to be able to invite everyone to come in and enjoy a beer with us,” said Steve Morgan, President of Napa Smith.  “The Napa Valley community has been so supportive of us over these past 3 years, and we want them to be part of celebrating our new home.”  In keeping with this theme, the music, food and wine will all be local – just as all the beer is brewed in Napa.

J. Smoke Wallin, Chairman & CEO of Napa Smith and Paddington Brands, added, “It was time to provide a beer experience to complement the wine experience that consumers enjoy in Napa.  We are in the process of launching the Napa Smith beers nationally, and it is gratifying to see the reaction of consumers.  People already know and respect Napa wines, and now they are learning about Napa’s great treasure, Napa Smith beer.”

Napa Smith is both a Brewery and a Winery, though the beers are much more widely known and distributed. Vic Bourassa, Founder of Bourassa Vineyards said,  “Just think about it – handcrafted beer and wine both available to taste in one stop.  This is a new experience for Napa, and we think when you stop in you won’t be disappointed.”  The Wine Tasting Room will offer mixed flights of Napa Smith and Bourassa wines, as well as wines to purchase, wine club memberships, and more.

In the Brewpub, consumers can sit down for a flight of 8 different styles of beer to taste.  Or they can enjoy a pint while listening to music while enjoying the relaxed setting.  Bottled beer and growlers (draught beer to go) are also available.  With food offerings parked right outside, consumers can make a meal of it as well.

The Brewpub and Wine Tasting Room are both open daily from 10am to 5pm.  Tours of the Brewery are also offered daily at 3pm.

In addition, the following events are scheduled in October:

Grand Opening Celebration – Oct. 8, Noon – 4pm.  Live music, $2 pints, food truck, and more.

Bourassa Vineyards Harvest Party – Oct. 15, Noon – 5pm.  Grape stomp and wine specials.

Pirate Day in the Brewpub – Oct 22 or 29, Noon – 4pm.  Call or email for details.

For more information on the Brewpub and events, please call 707-255-2912 or email ellen@napasmithbrewery.com

We are located at 1 Executive Way, Napa, California, 94558.

Since acquiring Napa Smith Brewery in December 2010, Paddington Brands has invested over $1 million in expanding its capabilities and distribution.  “We are committed to growing the Napa Smith business.  We are investing in the local community and have hired extensively.  As our brand grows across the US, we expect to make significant additional investments in Napa” continued, Mr. Wallin.

About Napa Smith Brewery

Napa Smith Brewery is located at the southern gateway to Napa Valley, just south of the town of Napa. Napa Valley is internationally known as a destination for those individuals who seek the best that life has to offer. Napa Smith is proud to contribute to the Napa tradition of hard work, craftsmanship, and artistry with its unique beers. We create our beers using proprietary recipes developed by Master Brewer Don Barkley – the most experienced craft brewer.  Napa Smith’s growth has been fueled Organic IPA, “Lost Dog” Ale and our seasonals now available in 30 states. Napa Smith’s Amber Ale, Pale Ale, and Lost Dog Ale are all recipients of gold medals at the California State Fair.  Napa Smith Organic IPA won the Silver Medal at the prestigious Great American Beer Festival in 2011.  www.napasmithbrewery.com or join us on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Napa-Smith-Brewery/134429636596007?sk=wall

It’s signed and sealed! Homestead-Miami Speedway officials have announced a partnership with 3 Amigos Tequila.

3 Amigos Tequila will be the “Official Tequila of HMS” beginning with this year’s Ford Championship Weekend where NASCAR will crown its Champions in all three of its top national divisions—the Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series— the weekend of Nov. 18-20, 2011.

“We’re pleased to partner with 3 Amigos Tequila and have them here during Ford Championship Weekend,” Homestead-Miami Speedway Track President Matthew Becherer said. “We have great relationships with many outstanding food and drink companies over the years, and we are pleased to bring another quality product like 3 Amigos Tequila to our track starting with Ford Championship Weekend.”

3 Amigos Tequila was founded by Arizona resident Santiago Gonzalez and his family in 2007. The product is made from agave grown at his family’s farm in Mexico. The tequila is distilled and bottled in Mexico before being brought to the United States for distribution.

“Over the past year leading into the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Championship finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway, 3 Amigos Tequila has become the “Official Tequila of Racing”™ by engaging in 17 NASCAR events,” J. Smoke Wallin, CEO of Paddington 3 Amigos said. “We are very excited to join all the South Florida tequila fans at this fine facility and exciting event.”

NASCAR tickets are still available for Ford Championship Weekend! To purchase tickets, click [here] or call 866-409-RACE (7223).

About 3 Amigos Tequila
3 Amigos is the “Official Tequila of Racing”™.  Tequila 3 Amigos is produced in Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico. Tepatitlan is located in the region of Los Altos de Jalisco (highlands of the state of Jalisco).  Tequila 3 Amigos holds a high standard of making a quality tequila – “Quality is our Signature”, taking pride in exercising the best agricultural practices by growing and maintaining their blue agave organically, and harvesting their own agave at its prime ripeness, producing a tequila of the finest quality embodied with flavor and aromas pleasurable to any palate. http://3amigostequila.com/html/casa.html and on Twitter @tequila3amigos

About Paddington Brands
Paddington Brands (www.Paddingtonbrands.com) manages a portfolio of owned and agency premier import and craft beers, artisanal spirits and fine wines. Paddington owns the Napa Smith Brewery & Winery and 3 Amigos Tequila. Paddington is headquartered in the Indianapolis, Ind., metro area with offices in the United Kingdom and Napa, Calif., and a sales team covering the U.S. market and select international markets. Join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Paddington-Brands/220043258012149 and Follow us on Twitter @Paddingtonbrands

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 12, 2011

3 AMIGOS TEQUILA NAMED OFFICIAL TEQUILA OF WATKINS GLEN INTERNATIONAL

Watkins Glen, NY – Watkins Glen International is proud to announce a partnership with 3 Amigos Tequila making it the official tequila of the legendary road course.

“We look forward to introducing our fans to the award winning taste of 3 Amigos tequila,” said Michael Printup, President of Watkins Glen International. “We are eager to start this new partnership with 3 Amigos and are proud to have them here at The Glen.”

3 Amigos Tequila was founded by Arizona resident Santiago Gonzalez and his family in 2007. The product is made from agave grown at his family’s farm in Mexico. The tequila is distilled and bottled in Mexico before being brought to the United States for distribution.

“We are excited to partner with Watkins Glen to introduce 3 Amigos tequila to your great fans,” said J. Smoke Wallin, Chairman & CEO of Paddington Brands. He continued, “The Glen has such a rich history in the world of racing.  Now that we have made 3 Amigos ‘The Official Tequila Of Racing’, our involvement with Watkins Glen is a perfect fit! ”

Tickets for this weekend’s Heluva Good! Sour Cream Dips at The Glen NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event, August 11-14, are on sale now!  Don’t miss all the action of the Zippo 200 NASCAR Nationwide and Canadian Tire 200 GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series races on Saturday, August 13, followed by the stars of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series on Sunday, August 14.  Fans can order their tickets or get more information by visiting the  official website www.TheGlen.com or visiting .  Keep up with the latest happenings at The Glen by visiting the official Watkins Glen International Facebook page, www.Facebook.com/watkinsgleninternational, and following WGI on Twitter, @WGI.

Media Contact:

Ryan Lake, WGI Senior Manager of Public Relations, 607.535.2486 ext. 268 or rlake@theglen.com.

About 3 Amigos Tequila

3 Amigos is the “Official Tequila of Racing”™.  Tequila 3 Amigos is produced in Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico. Tepatitlan is located in the region of Los Altos de Jalisco (highlands of the state of Jalisco).  Tequila 3 Amigos holds a high standard of making a quality tequila – “Quality is our Signature”, taking pride in exercising the best agricultural practices by growing and maintaining their blue agave organically, and harvesting their own agave at its prime ripeness, producing a tequila of the finest quality embodied with flavor and aromas pleasurable to any palate. http://3amigostequila.com/html/casa.html and on Twitter @tequila3amigos

About Paddington Brands
Paddington Brands (www.Paddingtonbrands.com) manages a portfolio of owned and agency premier import and craft beers, artisanal spirits and fine wines. Paddington owns the Napa Smith Brewery & Winery and 3 Amigos Tequila. Paddington is headquartered in the Indianapolis, Ind., metro area with offices in the United Kingdom and Napa, Calif., and a sales team covering the U.S. market and select international markets. Join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Paddington-Brands/220043258012149 and Follow us on Twitter @Paddingtonbrands

For Release August 3, 2011 Media contacts:

Heather Carden – Paddington Brands Heather@Paddingtonbrands.com 001-317-574-6407

Paddington Brands Announces a Strategic Partnership With Alan “AP” Powell to Activate Beer, Spirits, Wine And Beverage Brands Across Multicultural, Entertainment & Sports-Related Channels

Indianapolis, IN – August 3, 2011 – Paddington Brands announced today that it has entered into a strategic partnership with AP & Associates, LLC to activate their beer, spirits, wine and beverage brands across the important multicultural, entertainment and sports related channels. Alan “AP” Powell is one of the nation’s preeminent authorities on multi-cultural branding, connecting people across industries, cultures and generations. Mr. Powell helps develop, grow and convert brands into profit from activation, opening up new segments, licensing, strategic partnerships and capital formation.

“I’ve known AP for several years and have always admired his business acumen and acute insights into how brands connect with consumers,” said J. Smoke Wallin, chairman and CEO of Paddington Brands. “AP is a national leader at the critical juncture of where brands intertwine with people’s culture – creating that special magic that can turn a good business into an explosive one. Paddington is very pleased to engage with AP with all our brands.”

“I love to watch Smoke work. He has assembled an amazing array of powerful young brands that given the right kind of attention will ignite in the multicultural, entertainment and sports worlds that I live,” said Alan “AP” Powell, chairman & CEO of AP & Associates, LLC.

Mr. Powell immediately becomes a Managing Director for Paddington and will work to engage the company’s brands in strategic opportunities. In addition, he will work closely with Smoke and the team to develop new brands and joint ventures across the entire beverage spectrum.
Paddington today owns and/or markets the following brands:
• 3 Amigos Tequila – newly available in 15 states and partnered with many of the leading NASCAR venues
around the U.S.
• Napa Smith Brewery & Winery – Napa Valley’s craft beer – now available in 28 states.
• Agoston Wines – Amazing wines from Spain, now in more than 4,000 Walgreens across the U.S.
• Marisco Wines – The incredible New Zealand wines from Brent Marris now being introduced into the U.S.
• Calatrasi – La Piazza Wines – Beautiful Italian wines from Mineo Family Winery
• Gemtree Wines – Award-winning family winery from McLaren Vale, Australia

About Paddington Brands
Paddington Brands (www.Paddingtonbrands.com) manages a portfolio of owned and agency premier import and craft beers, artisanal spirits and fine wines. Paddington’s team and partners have extensive experience in the global beverage and consumer-packaged goods industries, while also maintaining ownership of the Napa Smith Brewery & Winery and 3 Amigos Tequila. Paddington is headquartered in the Indianapolis, Ind., metro area with offices in the United Kingdom and Napa, Calif., and a sales team covering the U.S. market and select international markets. Join us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Paddington-Brands/220043258012149 and Follow us on Twitter @Paddingtonbrands

About AP & Associates, LLC

AP & Associates, LLC fosters strategic alliances between brands, entertainment and sports related companies through direct access to C-Suite Fortune 500 executives, top entertainment and sports talent for new and existing brands. We specialize in breaking brands into new segments for Fortune 500, Startups, Entertainment and Sports-related companies. AP & Associates, LLC assists organizations in reaching targeted audiences and/or expanding consumer footprints through alliances, acquisition or capital expansion. We have cultivated synergies between the music, TV, film, sports and online entertainment industries.

AP & Associates, LLC also develops branded entertainment and programs for popular consumer brands. Using our roster of top-tier personalities and artists, we build strategic relationships with advertisers, talent agencies, record companies and film studios to create a strategic marketing combination of cutting edge content and targeted media that showcases leading brands. Learn more at http://www.apscottsdale.com.