Four Branches Bourbon, the veteran-founded ultra-premium bourbon brand, announced it has secured a strategic investment and involvement of Jeff Hopmayer and his family in the future of the company. A widely respected leader in the spirits industry, Hopmayer (pictured) brings not only personal capital but decades of expertise and belief in the brand’s mission, vision, and potential.

Hopmayer is best known as the founder of Brindiamo Group, a full-service whiskey partner that provides comprehensive solutions for sourcing, managing, and investing in premium whiskey. The company has evolved from a premier sourcing firm into a global leader in whiskey innovation, offering tailored services to brands, distilleries, and investors across the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, and beyond. 

He also served as a longtime board member at Bardstown Bourbon Company. With a track record of helping some of the most successful spirits brands grow from concept to category leaders, Hopmayer has since retired but remains a trusted advisor to select brands he believes in — and Four Branches is now the first brand to receive a personal investment from him and his family.

“Four Branches isn’t just another bourbon brand. It’s built on a meaningful story, one that honors service, sacrifice, and the people behind the bottle,” Hopmayer said in a news release. “I’ve known the Four Branches guys for almost four years, when they first reached out to talk about the potential of getting in the bourbon industry as a non-distiller producer. I’ve watched their dedication, how they give back, and how they live out the message behind ‘Sip to Remember.’ This is more than bourbon — it’s a cause I’m proud to support.”

The investment comes at a pivotal time as Four Branches expands nationally and explores additional capital opportunities to support its growth. With appearances on national media such as The Today Show, Fox & Friends, and hundreds of other TV news programs, podcasts, and earned media outlets, the brand has struck a chord with both bourbon lovers and those with deep ties to the military community.

Adding to this momentum, Four Branches recently launched The Continental, a limited-edition 9-year-old bourbon commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Army, Navy, and Marines. The release not only celebrates military history but reinforces the brand’s mission to honor those who serve — past and present.

Four Branches sees Hopmayer’s support as more than financial. 

“This kind of strategic partnership does more than open doors — it validates our vision and gives us the leverage we need in critical conversations,” brand co-founder Mike Trott, a retired Air Force pararescueman, said.

Read more: Four Branches Releases Limited Edition The Continental Bourbon

About Four Branches Bourbon

Four Branches Bourbon is the only spirits company founded by veterans from U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines. The mission is to deliver expressions of fine bourbon and to honor the extraordinary sacrifices of those who serve in the shadows and share their inspiring stories with all generations. With the expertise of Hall of Famer Master Distiller, Steve Nally, the inaugural release – The Founders Blend – was crafted in 2023. For more information visit www.fourbranches.com.