Image: Matteo Fantacchiotti

 

Cygnet Gin, the brand founded by opera singer Katherine Jenkins and Andrew Levitas, has announced a new partnership with former Campari Group CEO Matteo Fantacchiotti.

 

Fantacchiotti stepped down as CEO at Campari Group in September 2024 after less than six months in the role, citing personal reasons. Former William & Grant CEO Simon Hunt has been nominated to the role, due to be confirmed in January 2025.

 

At Cygnet Gin, Fantacchiotti joins as partner and chairman. The luxury gin launched in 2023, and earlier this year won World’s Best Design at the World Gin Awards 2024.

 

Fantacchiotti commented: “After decades in the luxury spirits sector and as a devoted gin adorer, it was exhilarating to connect with the founders of Cygnet. Katherine, Andrew and I share a common vision to pioneer the luxury gin category…

 

“I am personally convinced that the combination of our unique liquid credentials, Katherine’s commitment to developing craft spirits that align with the precise demands of her physiology and exacting design standards, and Andrew’s creative vision and influence will be a powerful combination to enable us to deliver on our journey’s ambition. I am immensely excited about this partnership.”