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    Southern Wine and Spirits logo featuring a stylized grape and glass design representing wine and spirits

    Southern Wine & Spirits

    Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s largest distributor of wine, spirits, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, serving 44 U.S. states, D.C., Canada, and the Caribbean.

    Company Overview

    Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is the world’s leading distributor of beverage alcohol, operating across the United States, Canada, and select international markets. The company offers an extensive portfolio of wine, spirits, beer, and non-alcoholic products, representing over 1,500 suppliers. With a robust logistics network and a focus on brand building, Southern Glazer’s serves more than 250,000 retail and restaurant customers.

    Key Metrics

    7,100

    Import Shipments

    41

    Distribution Centers

    26.0B

    Annual Revenue

    1968

    Founded

    Company Profile

    Key Milestones

    Important company milestones and achievements.

    Markets Served

    Geographic markets and customer segments served.

    Ownership Structure

    Corporate ownership and organizational structure.

    Sales Channels

    Distribution networks and sales approaches.

    Recent Developments

    Southern Glazer’s has focused on expanding its market presence, enhancing digital sales platforms, and promoting responsible beverage consumption in response to evolving industry trends.

    Strategic Expansion

    Acquisition of Horizon Beverage Group, expanding into Massachusetts and Rhode Island

    Market Expansion

    Strategic efforts to expand market presence and reach new customer segments.

    Technology Adoption

    Implementation of advanced technologies to improve service delivery and customer experience.

    Business Information

    Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is a multi-generational, family-owned company recognized as the premier distributor of beverage alcohol in North America. The company operates in 44 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Canada, and through brokerage operations in the Caribbean, Central, and South America. With a workforce of approximately 24,000 employees and a fleet of 3,000 trucks, Southern Glazer’s delivers a wide range of products to a diverse customer base, including chains, independent retailers, and restaurants. The company is also known for its leadership in wine and spirits education and its commitment to responsible marketing and consumption.

    Headquarters

    Florida, United States

    Founded

    1968

    Stock Symbol

    Private company