Ryan Reynolds Net Worth and Aviation Gin Sale
Ryan Reynolds has a net worth of roughly $350 million, with Aviation Gin a major contributor to that figure, according to public financial reporting and Forbes estimates on celebrity wealth Forbes. The gin brand became a high-visibility asset after Reynolds acquired a stake and later sold it to Diageo, generating substantial cash and equity value.
Aviation Gin was sold to Diageo in 2020, with the deal reported at a valuation of around $610 million and an upfront cash payment to Reynolds estimated at $335 million, according to SEC filings and business news coverage SEC. The transaction included cash, stock, and performance-based earnouts tied to brand sales targets.
Aviation Gin Revenue, Equity, and Brand Value
Aviation Gin grew into one of the top-selling craft gins in the United States, with Diageo citing strong double-digit growth in U.S. super-premium gin before the acquisition Forbes. The brand's equity was boosted by Reynolds's marketing and the distinctive St. George Botanivore-inspired recipe.
After the Diageo deal, Reynolds retained a minority equity stake and ongoing royalty streams, which continue to generate income as Aviation Gin remains a top-selling craft gin Forbes. Diageo's annual reports show the brand contributing to the company's spirits portfolio growth in North America.
Ryan Reynolds Business Ventures and Brand Deals
Reynolds built a portfolio of businesses including Aviation Gin, Maximum Effort Productions, and a stake in Wrexham AFC, with Aviation Gin often highlighted as one of his most lucrative deals Forbes. His partnership with Mint Mobile and other ventures added further income streams beyond the gin sale.
Public filings and business reports indicate Reynolds earned significant income from Aviation Gin through the initial sale, retained equity, and later licensing and promotional arrangements SEC. The gin brand remains a key part of his personal brand and business profile.
