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JAM | Feb 9, 2026

Hennessy named exclusive cognac partner of Yard MAS Carnival 2026

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{L-R} Getting ready to make the partnership official are Dania Beckford, Yard MAS Public Relations Director; Andrew Bellamy, Managing Director, Yard MAS; Lauren Meghoo, Select Brands Marketing Manager; and Atina Samad, Business Development Manager for Moët-Hennessy

Today, Hennessy officially announced their partnership with Yard MAS, signing on as the exclusive cognac partner for the 2026 Carnival season in Jamaica.

Throughout this partnership, Hennessy, distributed by Select Brands Limited, will have a strong presence as the “Spirit of Carnival” throughout the Carnival calendar, bringing its heritage, culture, and celebratory spirit to one of Jamaica’s most vibrant and dynamic road experiences.

The partnership represents a significant investment by Select Brands in the continued growth and premium positioning of the Yard MAS experience.

{Back Row L-R}: Directors of Yard MAS, Shawn Parkinson and Michael Gordon; Andrew Bellamy, Managing Director, Yard MAS; and David Lee Carey, Select Brands Account Manager, Kingston.
Mixologist, Trevor Luke, happily pours the welcome Hennessy cocktail, “Carnival Vibe Check” to commemorate Hennessy as the Exclusive Cognac Partner with Yard MAS Carnival.
{L-R} Celebrating with Select! Ian Richards, Select Brands Sales Manager for Southern Jamaica, Sasheena Douglas-Guy, Select Brands Marketing Officer, Lauren Meghoo, Select Brands Marketing Manager, and David Lee Carey, Select Brands Account Manager, Kingston
One of the official Hennessy Carnival cocktails for the season, the “Carnival Vibe Check” is made with 1 oz Hennessy V.S., 1.5 oz pineapple juice, and 4 oz grapefruit soda.

The agreement grants Hennessy exclusive cognac pouring rights across the Yard MAS experience for the 2026 season. “Carnival has always been a space where culture, music, and celebration come together naturally, and Hennessy fits comfortably in that environment,” said Lauren Meghoo, Marketing Manager at Select Brands Limited. “Partnering with Yard MAS allows us to place the brand right in the heart of the experience and create meaningful moments for revellers throughout the season.”

Revellers can expect curated experiences, including dedicated Hennessy mobile bars, premium cocktail offerings, elevated bar moments at major events such as the Beach Party, and a refined mixology experience at the luxury lunch stop on Road March day. The brand will also have a strong on-the-road presence, reinforcing its connection to the energy and culture of Carnival.

Cheers to the “Spirit of Carnival”! David-Lee Carey, Select Brands Account Manager, Kingston, and Michael Gordon, Yard MAS Director, toast the partnership between Yard MAS and Hennessy.

“This partnership with Hennessy represents a powerful new chapter for Yard Mas Carnival. Hennessy is a brand that resonates deeply with Jamaicans as it is celebrated within both our dancehall & carnival cultures and is embraced in moments of achievement and elevation. As we mark our fourth Road Experience within the streets of Kingston as Yard Mas Carnival, aligning with a global brand like Hennessy complements & enhances the premium energy of our costumes & road experience, and also signals the kind of forward-thinking collaborations we are committed to building for our Yardies,” said Andrew Bellamy, Managing Director of Yard MAS.

The Hennessy and Yard MAS collaboration reflects the continued evolution of the Carnival experience in Jamaica, arriving just as Carnival 2026 is poised to be one of the largest in recent years.

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Hennessy Select Brands Limited Yard Mas Carnival

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