April 13, 2026 – Arlington Capital Advisors (“Arlington”) is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to The Finnish Long Drink (“Long Drink”) in its acquisition by The Mark Anthony Group of Companies (“Mark Anthony”).
Long Drink is one of the fastest-growing ready-to-drink (“RTD”) alcohol brands in the United States, offering a distinctive citrus-forward cocktail inspired by Finland’s iconic national drink, which was originally created for the 1952 Helsinki Olympic Games. For Mark Anthony, the owners of White Claw and Mike’s Hard Lemonade, this acquisition fills a gap and extends the company’s leadership position within the broader RTD category.
“When we set out to bring Finland’s national drink to America, we knew we had something truly special – a brand rooted in an incredible origin story and a taste that consumers couldn’t find anywhere else. Joining Mark Anthony was the perfect next chapter for Long Drink,” said Evan Burns, co-founder and CEO of The Finnish Long Drink. “Arlington’s deep knowledge of the space and industry relationships were instrumental as we navigated this complex process.”
Vann Russell, founder & Managing Director at Arlington Capital Advisors said, “Evan, Mikael, Ere, Sakari and the Long Drink team built an incredible brand, turning a Finnish tradition into one of the most exciting businesses in the beverage industry. It was an honor to partner with them on this transaction, and we’re excited about what lies ahead for Long Drink and Mark Anthony.”
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About The Finnish Long Drink
Long Drink is a top selling category of alcohol in Finland — a legend that is now available in America. Finland, still recovering from WWII, was preparing to host the 1952 Summer Games. To welcome global visitors, the government commissioned the creation of a refreshing alcoholic beverage, giving birth to the very first “long drinks”. Today, the next generation of Finns has carried the torch, launching their take on Finland’s most iconic alcoholic beverage in America. The Finnish Long Drink is a bridge between cultures and generations meant to be shared with friends.
About Arlington Capital Advisors
Arlington Capital Advisors is a boutique investment bank that specializes in providing businesses in the consumer and distribution sectors with advisory services. Arlington focuses on sell-side and buy-side mergers and acquisitions, sourcing growth capital and other capital-centric strategic alternatives for businesses. Securities offered through its affiliate, Arlington Capital Services, member FINRA/SIPC.