SETO Holdings, Inc. Advances Vertical Integration as Subsidiary CapCity Beverage Establishes Dedicated Tequila Production Infrastructure
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SETO Holdings (OTCID: SETO) announced that subsidiary CapCity Beverage has established dedicated tequila production infrastructure via a long-term maquila and supply agreement with Casa Armero (NOM 1498) on April 16, 2026. The deal supports scaling private-label, retailer-exclusive, and proprietary tequila programs across the United States.
CapCity will produce Blanco, Reposado, Cristalino, and Añejo expressions, improve margin visibility, and align supply with commercial growth initiatives and import/distribution capabilities.
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- Established dedicated tequila production infrastructure via long-term maquila agreement
- Enables scalable private-label and retailer-exclusive tequila programs across the United States
- Supports production of Blanco, Reposado, Cristalino, and Añejo expressions
- Improved visibility into cost structure and alignment with commercial growth initiatives
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- No financial terms, production volumes, or timeline disclosed for the maquila agreement
- Press release includes no quantified revenue or margin uplift estimates tied to the agreement
Strategic maquila agreement with Casa Armero enables scalable private label expansion, improved margin visibility, and long-term global growth in the agave spirits category
JALISCO, MX / ACCESS Newswire / April 16, 2026 / Seto Holdings, Inc (OTCID:SETO) ("SETO" or the "Company"), a publicly traded, vertically integrated total beverage platform, today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, CapCity Beverage, LLC ("CapCity"), has established dedicated tequila production infrastructure through a long-term maquila and supply agreement with Casa Armero, a recently renovated and expanded, Jalisco-based tequila distillery, operating under NOM 1498.
The agreement comes as the global tequila and agave spirits category continues to demonstrate strong growth, driven by evolving consumer demand and expanding adoption across both domestic and international markets. The category remains one of the fastest-growing segments in beverage alcohol, with sustained momentum in the United States and increasing traction in select international markets.
CapCity Execution Driving Platform Expansion
The agreement establishes a production relationship that enables CapCity to develop and scale private label, retailer-exclusive, and proprietary tequila programs across the United States.
Through this partnership, CapCity enhances its ability to:
Expand tequila offerings across Blanco, Reposado, Cristalino, and Añejo expressions
Deliver retailer-exclusive and private label programs at scale
Maintain quality consistency through defined production standards
Support reliable supply aligned with commercial growth initiatives
"This is a strategic step in continuing to build operating infrastructure within a regulated category," said Janon Costley, Chief Executive Officer of SETO Holdings, Inc.
"The agave spirits category continues to show strong, sustained growth across key markets. By establishing dedicated production infrastructure, we are strengthening our ability to align supply with demand, support large-scale retail programs, and improve visibility across our cost structure. This positions CapCity-and the broader SETO platform-to participate more effectively in the continued expansion of the category, both in the United States and in select international markets."
Private Label Platform Expansion
CapCity's private label platform provides:
End-to-end development, including liquid creation, compliance, packaging, and logistics
Production aligned with category positioning and market demand
Integrated go-to-market execution through CapCity's import, distribution, and sales network
The partnership is structured to support large-format retail programs, including national and regional partners seeking differentiated tequila offerings.
Platform-Level Benefits for SETO
At the SETO level, the agreement enhances the Company's vertically integrated operating model by expanding production alignment within the agave spirits category.
The relationship supports:
Increased alignment across production inputs and product quality
Expanded private label and retailer-driven program capabilities
Improved visibility into cost structure and operational planning
The ability to support both owned brands and third-party partnerships
By leveraging CapCity's importation, compliance, and distribution infrastructure, SETO continues to build scalable operating capabilities across the beverage value chain.
Commercial Alignment and Growth Strategy
The agreement establishes a framework for long-term commercial alignment, supporting scalable growth across CapCity's private label platform and broader retail initiatives.
The partnership is designed to:
Support expanding retailer-exclusive and private label programs
Enable scalable production aligned to market demand
Strengthen coordination across supply chain and commercial execution
In addition to supporting its own portfolio and brand partners, CapCity expects to deploy these capabilities across ongoing discussions with national and regional retail partners, as well as select international markets.
About Casa Armero
Casa Armero is a tequila producer based in EL Arenal - Jalisco, Mexico, operating under NOM 1498 certification and specializing in distillation, aging, and private label production for domestic and international markets.
About CapCity Beverage
CapCity Beverage is a federally licensed importer and multi-state distribution platform focused on premium spirits, private label development, and vertically integrated supply chain execution. As a subsidiary of SETO Holdings, Inc., CapCity supports both owned and partner brands across on-premise, off-premise, and direct-to-consumer channels.
About Seto Holdings
SETO Holdings, Inc. is a publicly traded (OTCID:SETO), vertically integrated total beverage platform redefining the future of premium beverages through cultural relevance, vertical integration, and digital innovation. Guided by its mission to "Own the Spirit", SETO merges production, distribution, marketing, technology, and capital markets into a unified engine for scalable brand growth for under-valued companies, brands and founders. At its core, SETO is committed to providing resources, infrastructure, and market access designed to accelerate growth and create lasting value for founders, consumers, and shareholders.
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