# Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association

The Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association (MB&WWA) is one of the alcohol beverage industry's most progressive state trade associations. We have been representing family-owned and local beer and wine distributors who work hard every day to deliver a wide variety of beverages to licensed retailers throughout the Great Lakes State since 1948.

## Pages


- [Member Sign In](https://www.mbwwa.org/member-sign-in)

- [Contact Us](https://www.mbwwa.org/contact): For any inquiries, information, or further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly!

- [Michigan Liquor Control Industry Laws & Rules](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-liquor-control-industry-laws-and-rules): Michigan Liquor Control Industry laws and rules for the year of 2024.

- [Michigan Beverage Collective](https://www.mbwwa.org/michiganbeveragecollective): Administered by MBWWA Services, Inc., the Michigan Beverage Collective provides competitive, hand-crafted benefit programs for Michigan’s beverage business owners.

- [Current Associate Members](https://www.mbwwa.org/Current-Associate-Members): Since 1948, the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association has advocated for alcohol laws that create access to the beverage alcohol market on a level playing field for all participants.

- [Become an Associate Member](https://www.mbwwa.org/Become-an-Associate-Member): Associate membership in the MB&WWA is available to suppliers, vendors, and other entities that provide goods and services directly to licensed beer and wine distributors.

- [Third-Party Container Pick-Up](https://www.mbwwa.org/third-party-container-pick-up): The MBWWA Third-Party Container Pick-Up and Processing Program is designed to meet the unique needs of beer and wine wholesalers. Operations are managed by UBCR, LLC, under contract with MBWWA Services, Inc.

- [Become a Distributor Member](https://www.mbwwa.org/become-a-distributor-member): For 75 years, the MB&WWA has been advocating for the interest of beer and wine wholesalers. 

- [Distributor News](https://www.mbwwa.org/Distributor-Buzz): Checkout all of the latest buzz with MBWWA's news articles.

- [Drug and Alcohol Testing](https://www.mbwwa.org/drug-and-alcohol-testing): The Michigan Beverage Wholesalers Consortium (MBWC) is a pool of MB&WWA member wholesalers who have joined to form a single testing Consortium. 

- [About](https://www.mbwwa.org/about): The Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association (MB&WWA) is one of the alcohol beverage industry’s most progressive state trade associations.

- [Board of Trustees](https://www.mbwwa.org/mbc-board-of-trustees): MB&WWA | MBC Board of Trustees

- [Salesperson Training Program](https://www.mbwwa.org/license-accreditation-program): This is a legal requirement for all salespeople of beer and wine in the State of Michigan and is managed by the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association.

- [Associate Member Presenter RFP](https://www.mbwwa.org/associate-member-presenter-rfp): MB&WWA | Associate Member RFP

- [Events](https://www.mbwwa.org/events): The MB&WWA is proud of our time-honored annual events that provide opportunities to network with fellow members, stay in the loop on industry trends and issues, build relationships with policymakers, and enjoy some R&R in some of the most beautiful destinations Michigan, and the world, have to offer.

- [Board of Directors](https://www.mbwwa.org/BoardofDirectors): Learn more about MB&WWA's board of directors.

- [What is a Beer & Wine Distributor?](https://www.mbwwa.org/what-is-a-beer-and-wine-distributor): A beer and wine distributor is a critical link in the Three-Tier System for alcohol distribution.

- [Hop & Vine Room](https://www.mbwwa.org/HopandVineRoom): The MB&WWA is proud to partner with state lawmakers and public officials to assist with their fundraising efforts. Our Hop & Vine Room continues to be a premier event space in Downtown Lansing. We look forward to hosting you!

- [The Three-Tier System](https://www.mbwwa.org/TheThree-TierSystem): The Three-Tier System for distribution of beer and wine is the bedrock of Michigan’s alcohol regulatory structure. Under the system, a brewery or winery sells to a distributor, who in turn sells to a licensed retailer.

- [Home](https://www.mbwwa.org/): The Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association (MB&WWA) is one of the alcohol beverage industry’s most progressive state trade associations. We have been representing family-owned and local beer and wine distributors who work hard every day to deliver a wide variety of beverages to licensed retailers throughout the Great Lakes State since 1948.

- [Brandi Tribell](https://www.mbwwa.org/brandi-tribell): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [MLCC Advocacy Committee](https://www.mbwwa.org/mlcc-advocacy-committee): The MB&WWA MLCC Advocacy Committee is instrumental in shaping the Association's policy positions, building relationships with the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, and serving as a resource when the Commission needs industry-related information. 

- [Addie Wiley](https://www.mbwwa.org/addie-wiley): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [Staff](https://www.mbwwa.org/Staff): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [Bre Swift](https://www.mbwwa.org/bre-swift): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [Tonya Davis](https://www.mbwwa.org/tonya-davis): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [Rebecca Stow](https://www.mbwwa.org/rebecca-stow): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [Spencer Nevins](https://www.mbwwa.org/spencer-nevins): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [Women's Advocacy Committee](https://www.mbwwa.org/womens-advocacy-committee): The MB&WWA Women’s Advocacy Committee was established to promote the vital roles many accomplished women play in the success and operations of the beer and wine distribution industry.

- [Distributor Directory](https://www.mbwwa.org/DistributorDirectory): Independent family-owned beer and wine distributors employ thousands of Michiganders and pump millions of dollars into local communities each year. 

- [Brett Visner](https://www.mbwwa.org/brett-visner): Learn about MB&WWA's staff and contact for more information.

- [Privacy Policy](https://www.mbwwa.org/empty-page)

- [MBWWA Services, Inc.](https://www.mbwwa.org/mbwwa-services): Services provided by MBWWA include group health insurance, group 401K, drug and alcohol testing, and third-party container pick-up.


## Blog Posts


- [Detroit News: Celebrating Michigan’s Family-Owned Beer and Wine Distributors](https://www.mbwwa.org/detroit-news-celebrating-michigans-family-owned-beer-and-wine-distributors)

- [Mid-Michigan beer distributor celebrates 65 years in business, three generations of family leadership](https://www.mbwwa.org/mid-michigan-beer-distributor-celebrates-65-years-in-business-three-generations-of-family-leadership)

- [Ypsilanti beer distributor partners on limited-edition release for Ann Arbor Summer Festival](https://www.mbwwa.org/ypsilanti-beer-distributor-partners-on-limited-edition-release-for-ann-arbor-summer-festival): Beer distributor partners on limited-edition release for A2SF

- [Detroit News: Rooted in Community, Driven to Lead: Women in Michigan’s Beer and Wine Distribution Industry](https://www.mbwwa.org/detroit-news-rooted-in-community-driven-to-lead-women-in-michigans-beer-and-wine-distribution-industry)

- [Detroit News: This industry thrives because of the people who power it](https://www.mbwwa.org/detroit-news-this-industry-thrives-because-of-the-people-who-power-it)

- [Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association to open new headquarters in Boji Tower](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-beer-wine-wholesalers-association-to-open-new-headquarters-in-boji-tower): MB&WWA to open new headquarters in Boji Tower

- [Ypsilanti-based O&W Inc. celebrates Giving Tuesday with donations to four local nonprofits](https://www.mbwwa.org/ypsilanti-based-o-w-inc-celebrates-giving-tuesday-with-donations-to-four-local-nonprofits): O&W Inc. marks Giving Tuesday with donations to local nonprofits

- [Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association elects new leadership to its board of directors](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-beer-wine-wholesalers-association-elects-new-leadership-to-its-board-of-directors)

- [Great Lakes Wine & Spirits swiftly traces and removes mislabeled High Noon Beach Variety Pack product](https://www.mbwwa.org/great-lakes-wine-spirits-swiftly-traces-and-removes-mislabeled-high-noon-beach-variety-pack-product)

- [Kalamazoo-based Imperial Beverage Company acquires Carmela Wine Division, strengthening Michigan selection and service](https://www.mbwwa.org/kalamazoo-based-imperial-beverage-company-acquires-carmela-wine-division-strengthening-michigan-selection-and-service): Imperial Beverage acquires Carmela Wine Division

- [Detroit News: Nevins: Beer and wine distributors positively impact communities](https://www.mbwwa.org/detroit-news-nevins-beer-and-wine-distributors-positively-impact-communities): Nevins: Beer and wine distributors positively impact communities

- [MB&WWA applauds Michigan AG, MLCC for ongoing crackdown on illegal alcohol shipments](https://www.mbwwa.org/mb-wwa-applauds-michigan-ag-mlcc-for-ongoing-crackdown-on-illegal-alcohol-shipments): MB&WWA praises AG, MLCC for crackdown on illegal alcohol shipping

- [Ann Arbor-based Rave Associates celebrates women fueling its continued growth, success](https://www.mbwwa.org/ann-arbor-based-rave-associates-celebrates-women-fueling-its-continued-growth-success): Rave Associates celebrates women fueling its growth, success

- [Upper Peninsula’s Pike Distributors celebrates job growth, innovation](https://www.mbwwa.org/upper-peninsulas-pike-distributors-celebrates-job-growth-innovation): Pike Distributors celebrates job growth, innovation

- [East Michigan wine distributor offers unique selections for the holiday season](https://www.mbwwa.org/east-michigan-wine-distributor-offers-unique-selections-for-the-holiday-season): Wine distributor offers unique selections for holiday season

- [Great Lakes Wine & Spirits partners with Tunnel to Towers Foundation for holiday giving campaign](https://www.mbwwa.org/great-lakes-wine-spirits-partners-with-tunnel-to-towers-foundation-for-holiday-giving-campaign): Great Lakes Wine & Spirits partners with Tunnel to Towers

- [Detroit News: Letter: Revitalizing Michigan’s Bottle Bill for a Sustainable Future](https://www.mbwwa.org/detroit-news-letter-revitalizing-michigans-bottle-bill-for-a-sustainable-future): Revitalizing Michigan’s Bottle Bill for a Sustainable Future

- [Michigan beer distributors unite in holiday spirit, supporting local charities for Giving Tuesday](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-beer-distributors-unite-in-holiday-spirit-supporting-local-charities-for-giving-tuesday): Beer distributors support local charities for Giving Tuesday

- [Saluting service: Michigan beer and wine distributors honor veteran employees](https://www.mbwwa.org/saluting-service-michigan-beer-and-wine-distributors-honor-veteran-employees): Michigan beer and wine distributors honor veteran employees

- [Ann Arbor-based Rave Associates and von Trapp Brewing celebrate industry accolades, growing partnership in Michigan](https://www.mbwwa.org/ann-arbor-based-rave-associates-and-von-trapp-brewing-celebrate-industry-accolades-growing-partnership-in-michigan): Rave Associates, von Trapp Brewing celebrate growing partnership

- [John P. O’Sullivan Distributing announces grand opening of new 200,000-square-foot Grand Blanc Township warehouse](https://www.mbwwa.org/john-p-osullivan-distributing-announces-grand-opening-of-new-200-000-square-foot-grand-blanc-township-warehouse): Grand opening of 200,000 sq ft Grand Blanc Township warehouse

- [Michigan beer and wine distributors team up with public universities for football stadium alcohol sales](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-beer-and-wine-distributors-team-up-with-public-universities-for-football-stadium-alcohol-sales): Distributors, universities football stadium alcohol sales

- [Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association Women’s Advocacy Committee celebrates successes](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-beer-wine-wholesalers-association-womens-advocacy-committee-celebrates-successes): MB&WWA Women’s Advocacy Committee celebrates successes

- [Detroit News: Letter: Celebrating women's leadership in Michigan's beer and wine industry](https://www.mbwwa.org/detroit-news-letter-celebrating-women-s-leadership-in-michigan-s-beer-and-wine-industry): Celebrating women's leadership in Michigan's beer & wine industry

- [Tyler Sales Company celebrates 90 years in business with parade featuring Budweiser Clydesdales](https://www.mbwwa.org/tyler-sales-company-celebrates-90-years-in-business-with-parade-featuring-budweiser-clydesdales): Tyler Sales celebrates 90 years with Budweiser Clydesdales

- [Tyler Sales Company celebrates 90th anniversary, honors the Muskegon community](https://www.mbwwa.org/tyler-sales-company-inc-celebrates-90th-anniversary-honors-the-muskegon-community): Tyler Sales celebrates 90 years, honors Muskegon community

- [Great Lakes Wine & Spirits reinvests in local communities, champions philanthropy](https://www.mbwwa.org/great-lakes-wine-spirits-reinvests-in-local-communities-champions-philanthropy): Great Lakes Wine & Spirits reinvests in local communities

- [Detroit News: Letter: Michigan’s beer and wine distributors drive economic growth](https://www.mbwwa.org/detroit-news-letter-michigans-beer-and-wine-distributors-drive-economic-growth): Detroit News: Beer & wine distributors drive economic growth

- [Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association applauds House vote for bottle bill tax credit legislation](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-beer-wine-wholesalers-association-applauds-house-vote-for-bottle-bill-tax-credit-legislation): MB&WWA applauds House vote for bottle bill tax credit legislation

- [Michigan’s beer and wine distributors provide over 5,000 jobs, nearly 300,000 different beverages](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigans-beer-and-wine-distributors-provide-over-5-000-jobs-nearly-300-000-different-beverages): Beer & wine distributors provide  jobs, wide variety of beverages

- [Ypsilanti-based beer distributor announces new routing software to enhance efficiency, sustainability](https://www.mbwwa.org/ypsilanti-based-beer-distributor-announces-new-routing-software-to-enhance-efficiency-sustainability): Ypsilanti-based beer distributor announces new routing software

- [Empowering tomorrow's female industry leaders, ‘Women in Beer and Wine’ share career insights](https://www.mbwwa.org/empowering-tomorrow-s-female-industry-leaders-women-in-beer-and-wine-share-career-insights): 'Women in Beer and Wine’ share career insights

- [Nearly 85,000 bottles of wine illegally shipped into Michigan during the 1st quarter of 2023](https://www.mbwwa.org/nearly-85-000-bottles-of-wine-illegally-shipped-into-michigan-during-the-1st-quarter-of-2023): Nearly 85,000 bottles of wine illegally shipped into Michigan

- [Lucky delivery! Family-owned, Ypsilanti-based beer distributor delivers 46 kegs, 220 cases ahead of St. Patrick’s Day](https://www.mbwwa.org/lucky-delivery-family-owned-ypsilanti-based-beer-distributor-delivers-46-kegs-220-cases-ahead-of-st-patricks-day): Ypsilanti-based beer distributor delivers 46 kegs, 220 cases

- [H. Cox & Son Inc. delivers range of beverages for St. Patrick’s Day, NCAA tournament celebrations](https://www.mbwwa.org/h-cox-son-inc-delivers-range-of-beverages-for-st-patricks-day-ncaa-tournament-celebrations): H. Cox & Son Inc. delivers for St. Patrick’s Day, NCAA tournament

- [Detroit News: Opinion: Women are helping to transform the beer and wine industry](https://www.mbwwa.org/mb-wwa-works-to-empower-women-in-the-beer-and-wine-distribution-industry): Empowering Women in the Beer and Wine Distribution Industry

- [Brandi Tribell promoted to senior vice president of Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association](https://www.mbwwa.org/brandi-tribell-promoted-to-senior-vice-president-of-michigan-beer-wine-wholesalers-association): Brandi Tribell promoted to senior vice president of MB&WWA

- [Michigan’s beer and wine distributors mobilize in preparation for Super Bowl sales surge](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigans-beer-and-wine-distributors-mobilize-in-preparation-for-super-bowl-sales-surge): Beer and wine distributors prepare for Super Bowl sales surge

- [Local fourth-generation Port Huron beer distributor continues legacy of success and community impact](https://www.mbwwa.org/local-fourth-generation-port-huron-beer-distributor-continues-legacy-of-success-and-community-impact): Local beer distributor continues legacy of community impact

- [Bud Distributing Inc.’s commitment to service shines with the holiday season sales spike](https://www.mbwwa.org/bud-distributing-inc-s-commitment-to-service-shines-with-the-holiday-season-sales-spike): Bud Distributing Inc.’s commitment to service shines

- [O & W Inc. proud to continue time-honored tradition supporting local charitable organizations](https://www.mbwwa.org/o-w-inc-proud-to-continue-time-honored-tradition-supporting-local-charitable-organizations): O & W Inc. continues supporting local charitable organizations

- [H. Cox & Son putting in extra hours, giving back to local community during holiday season](https://www.mbwwa.org/h-cox-son-putting-in-extra-hours-giving-back-to-local-community-during-holiday-season): H. Cox & Son giving back to local community during holiday season

- [Local veteran-owned and operated beer distributor celebrates 90 years in business](https://www.mbwwa.org/local-veteran-owned-and-operated-beer-distributor-celebrates-90-years-in-business): Veteran-owned and operated beer distributor celebrates 90 years

- [MB&WWA praises Michigan AG, MLCC for latest court victories against illegal alcohol shippers](https://www.mbwwa.org/mb-wwa-praises-michigan-ag-mlcc-for-latest-court-victories-against-illegal-alcohol-shippers): MBWWA hails Mi AG, MLCC for court wins vs. illegal shippers

- [Petitpren Inc. delivery driver instrumental in stopping metro Detroit crime spree](https://www.mbwwa.org/petitpren-inc-delivery-driver-instrumental-in-stopping-metro-detroit-crime-spree): Petitpren Inc. driver halts Detroit crime spree

- [Imperial Beverage brings Big Lake Sparti Parti to Spartan Stadium](https://www.mbwwa.org/imperial-beverage-brings-big-lake-sparti-parti-to-spartan-stadium)

- [Traverse City beer distributor proud to celebrate 90 years in business, fifth-generation ownership](https://www.mbwwa.org/traverse-city-beer-distributor-proud-to-celebrate-90-years-in-business-fifth-generation-ownership): Traverse City beer distributor hit 90 years, fifth-gen ownership

- [Statewide family-owned beer and wine distributor celebrates 90 years of helping people succeed](https://www.mbwwa.org/statewide-family-owned-beer-and-wine-distributor-celebrates-90-years-of-helping-people-succeed): Statewide family-owned distributor marks 90 years aiding success

- [‘Women in Beer and Wine’ provides career insights, inspires future women industry leaders](https://www.mbwwa.org/women-in-beer-and-wine-provides-career-insights-inspires-future-women-industry-leaders): 'Women in Beer and Wine' guides future industry leaders

- [Southeast Michigan beer distributor proud to celebrate 90 years in business, fifth-generation ownership](https://www.mbwwa.org/southeast-michigan-beer-distributor-proud-to-celebrate-90-years-in-business-fifth-generation-ownership): SE Michigan beer distributor marks 90 years, fifth-gen ownership

- [John P. O’Sullivan Distributing breaks ground on 200,000-square-foot Grand Blanc Twp. warehouse](https://www.mbwwa.org/john-p-osullivan-distributing-breaks-ground-on-200-000-square-foot-grand-blanc-twp-warehouse): JPO Distributing begins 200,000 sq-ft Grand Blanc Twp. warehouse

- [Commentary: Brewing up a career for women (As Published in Crain's Detroit)](https://www.mbwwa.org/commentary-brewing-up-a-career-for-women-as-published-in-crain-s-detroit): Brewing up a career for women (As Published in Crain's Detroit)

- [Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association elects new leadership at annual meeting](https://www.mbwwa.org/michigan-beer-wine-wholesalers-association-elects-new-leadership-at-annual-meeting): MB&WWA elects new leadership at annual meeting

- [World-renowned Budweiser Clydesdale to visit Burton, Flint, and Lapeer in support of families of local fallen, injured military members](https://www.mbwwa.org/world-renowned-budweiser-clydesdale-to-visit-burton-flint-and-lapeer-in-support-of-families-of-local-fallen-injured-military-members): Budweiser Clydesdale visits supporting local military families

- [Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association announces new class of Women’s Advocacy Committee members](https://www.mbwwa.org/new-class-of-mbwwa-womens-advocacy-committee-members): MB&WWA announces new Women's Advocacy Committee members

- [Petitpren Inc. proud to support Community Food Bank of Macomb County with donation of 170 cases of fruit juice](https://www.mbwwa.org/petitpren-inc-proud-to-support-community-food-bank-of-macomb-county-with-donation-of-170-cases-of-fruit-juice): Petitpren Inc. supports Macomb Food Bank with cases of juice

- [Fourth-generation owned beer distributor Petitpren Inc. raises a glass in celebration of 90 years in business](https://www.mbwwa.org/fourth-generation-owned-beer-distributor-petitpren-inc-raises-a-glass-in-celebration-of-90-years-in-business): Petitpren Inc., a  4th-gen beer distributor, toasts 90 years

- [Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates Imperial Beverage Company’s 12,000-square-foot Traverse City warehouse](https://www.mbwwa.org/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-celebrates-imperial-beverage-companys-12-000-square-foot-traverse-city-warehouse): Imperial Beverage in Traverse City warehouse with ribbon cutting

- [O & W Inc. celebrates recycling 104 million cans and bottles as part of protecting resources, reducing pollution](https://www.mbwwa.org/o-w-inc-celebrates-recycling-104-million-cans-and-bottles-as-part-of-protecting-resources-reducing-pollution): O & W Inc. celebrates recycling, protecting, reducing pollution