Kintsugi Sake LLC Appoints Peter James Iglesias As New President To Drive Innovation And Growth

Former CEO of Bespoken Spirits with More Than 20 Years of Experience Joins American Made Sake Brand

Kintsugi Sake LLC, one of the only American-made sake companies and trailblazer in the industry is thrilled to announce the appointment of Peter James Iglesias as its new President. With more than 20 years of experience in the wine and spirits sector, Iglesias is poised to lead Kintsugi into its next chapter of growth and innovation.

Founded by industry veteran Buzzy Sklar, Kintsugi Sake LLC is disrupting traditional sake practices through its production facility in Charlottesville, Virginia. Drawing from the pristine waters of the Blue Ridge Mountains, production emphasizes our belief that great rice + great water = great sake™. The heart of the process lies in the single-origin Arkansas rice, sourced from a local farm, ensuring the highest quality and a unique taste profile. The company aims to provide consumers with greater accessibility, enhanced taste, and exceptional value—all while proudly crafted in the USA. 

“I am excited to welcome Peter to the Kintsugi team,” said Buzzy Sklar, CEO and Founder of Kintsugi Sake LLC. “I’ve known Peter for years, his extensive expertise in operations, sales, and marketing, combined with his innovative approach to growth, makes him the ideal leader to help us achieve our vision of redefining sake for a new generation of consumers.”

Iglesias joins Kintsugi after serving as CEO of Bespoken Spirits, where he transformed the company into an industry frontrunner. His previous roles include Chief Operating Officer at Royal Dutch Distillers, where he successfully turned a million-dollar loss into multi-million-dollar profits and launched several new brands across the nation. Iglesias is known for his “Legacy Building!” mantra, emphasizing the importance of developing winning teams and brands.

“I am honored to take on this role at Kintsugi Sake LLC,” Iglesias said. “I look forward to working with Buzzy and the talented team to enhance our brand and product offerings, ensuring that Kintsugi is synonymous with quality and innovation in the sake market.”

Kintsugi Sake LLC plans to release the high-end luxury Kintsugi Sake #40 later this year and recently launched the approachable Oishii Sake, brewed in Charlottesville using fresh spring water from the Blue Ridge Mountains. Both products embody the company's commitment to quality and tradition. This commitment to excellence extends throughout the entire brewing process, with only 4 ingredients, and a low ABV it’s the better-for-you booze™. 

Priced at a wallet-friendly $29.99, Oishii Sake is accessible yet luxurious, designed to bring the sophisticated taste of sake to a wider audience without breaking the bank.