The Michael Miller Show: Leticia Fernandez de Mesa, CEO of UNA Vodka
Aug 25, 2026
On this episode, host Michael Miller welcomes Leticia Fernandez de Mesa, CEO of UNA Vodka, for an engaging conversation on entrepreneurship, artful design, and building a brand born in Miami. Together they explore how a background in the art world, a discovery of edible flowers, and a fearless tea
m came together to create a vodka “born in Miami and distilled for the world.”
Please forget about all the preconceived notions we all have about vodka and welcome something completely new.
I would tell that little girl to dream big, even if it’s frightening, to find the right people around you.
In this episode, we discuss:
– The story behind UNA Vodka and its flower-infused flavor
– Bottle design, branding, and the surrealistic world of UNA
– Breaking into a competitive spirits market as a newcomer
– Leticia’s journey from art history to entrepreneur
– Where to find UNA and its new bottle sizes
– The Pink October campaign for the Women’s Breast and Heart Initiative
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation and stay tuned for future episodes featuring more innovators and changemakers shaping Miami.
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