Long Established Beer Distributor for Sale

LISTING ID # 37056

High Volume Beer Distributor with Class C License. NY State is NOT issuing any new Class C licenses. This is a solid barrier to entry for new competitors. There are only a handful of these businesses for sale in NY State! The current owner is finally ready to retire after 18 years running this as a hobby business. Great reviews! Fantastic rent! This 1,500 sf space offers everything from craft, domestic and imported beer to kegs, growlers, ice and so much more. There are 2.5 years left on the current lease with an extension possible for a qualified buyer with good credit. The current rent is only $2,336/mth. The business currently operates Mon - Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun 10am-5pm. Gross sales were approx. $450,000.00 for 2024 with a discretionary cash flow of approx. $125K. The margins are high because they do very little wholesale business. Over 95% of the business is beer, soda, snack retail sales. In addition to the owner there is 1 FT employee. An owner-operator, partners or a family would be ideal purchasers. We are seeking a serious and financially qualified buyer with at least $420K in liquid funds to cover the asking price and an additional $20K in inventory. Proof of funds will be requested before any meetings or calls with the owner can be made. All site visits must be discreet. All meetings must be made by appointment only!