Veteran New York bartender and beverage leader joins the premium fruit-infused liqueur company's ownership team as it expands on-premise and distributor relationships nationally
NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Black Infusions, the premium spirits company known for its fruit-infused liqueurs made with real fruit and no artificial flavors or colors, announced today that Brandon Julien has joined the company as a partner and equity owner, a formal step in a relationship that began with his work as the brand's New York City ambassador and lead mixologist.
Julien brings more than two decades of hospitality experience to the ownership team, including head bartender and beverage leadership roles at New York venues Hasalon NYC and ANA Bar & Eatery at Hudson Yards, and a corporate Training & Development role across Bowlmor, Bowlero and Lucky Strike supporting national venue openings. At Black Infusions, he has developed cocktails around the portfolio and worked directly with restaurants and bartenders to build the brand's New York presence, a role that has grown well beyond traditional brand ambassadorship.
"Brandon has championed our brand with incredible passion, creativity and authenticity," said Michael Davidson, Founder and CEO of Black Infusions. "He's done more than represent Black Infusions, he's helped build it. Brandon has put his own reputation behind this company and earned a real say in where it goes next."
As a partner, Julien will continue to lead mixology and brand-building in New York while taking on a broader role in on-premise development, distributor support, industry events and consumer education, with a particular focus on expanding the brand's footprint across New York City, Brooklyn, Long Island, New Jersey and additional U.S. markets.
"I've built my career around how a product earns its place behind the bar and what it takes to build lasting relationships in this industry," said Julien. "I've seen firsthand how bartenders and guests respond to Black Infusions, and now I get to help shape where we take the brand next. I couldn't be more excited for what's ahead."
Black Infusions produces a portfolio of fruit-forward liqueurs, including Black Fig, Gold Apricot and Dark Cherry, made with real fruit and built for both contemporary cocktail programs and at-home mixology.
About Black Infusions
Black Infusions is a premium spirits company focused on creating distinctive fruit-infused liqueurs using real fruit and no artificial flavors or colors. Its portfolio includes Black Fig, Gold Apricot and Dark Cherry, offering bartenders and consumers versatile spirits designed for creative, modern cocktails.
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Michael Davidson, Black infusions, 1 617-212-1046, [email protected], www.blackinfusions.com
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