Vermont Alcoholic Beverage Market: Regulations, Statistics, Trends, and Wholesalers

Looking to break into the alcoholic beverage market in Vermont? Trying to obtain more market share in the state? This guide is for you. All liquor stores in Vermont are state-contracted and licensed, which is very important for brands, manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors looking to establish a presence in the Vermont alcohol market. Other important facts to know are the consumption trends by type, local laws/rules, and tax info, all of which you will find in our detailed guide below. Plus, you can fill out the contact form below, and a Park Street expert will contact you with help and guidance on how to establish a presence in the alcohol beverage market in the Green Mountain State.

Consumption Trends In Vermont

We’ll be publishing the Vermont consumption trends by type in the near future. Please check back for more information or reach out to a Park Street Team Member for more information.

Vermont Spirits Volume Sales By Category – 2020 Data

Spirit trends in Vermont by volume and dollar sales in 2020.

Category Volume Sales
Thousands, 9-liter cases
Dollar Sales
Millions
Straight Whiskey 54 N/A
Canadian Whisky 28 N/A
Scotch whisky 13 N/A
Irish whiskey 10 N/A
Gin 27 N/A
Vodka 142 N/A
Rum 51 N/A
Tequila 30 N/A
Cordials/Liqueurs 83 N/A
Cocktails 11 N/A

Source: Beverage Information Group

 

Vermont Wine Volume Sales By Category – 2020 Data

See below for the wine trends in Vermont by volume sales in 2020.

Category Volume Sales
Thousands, 9-liter cases
Table 1,200
Wine Coolers Unknown
Champagne & Sparkling 76
Dessert & Fortified 6.4
Vermouth & Aperitif 6.7

Source: Beverage Information Group

Vermont Beer Volume Sales By Category – 2020 Data

Beer trends in Vermont by volume sales in 2020

Category Volume Sales
Thousands, 2.25 Gallon Cases
Volume Sales barrels
Craft 1.5 48.4
FMBs & Hard Seltzer 1.2 39.5
Super & Super Premium 1.1 34.6
Light 2.3 74.6
Popular 0.3 9.4
Imported 2.1 67.4

Source: Beverage Information Group

The Top 10 Spirits Brands
In Vermont

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The Top 10 Table Wine Brands
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The Top 10 Domestic Beer Brands
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Alcoholic Beverage Distributors Located In Vermont

The United States operates under a strict three-tier system when it comes to selling alcohol. The “middle tier” of the industry consists of wholesalers or importers. These businesses receive products from the lower-tier, which consists of suppliers and manufacturers. They then sell the products to distributors, who sell them to retailers. The retailers then sell to consumers. All sales must take place within the the three-tier system in the United States.

 

Below you will find an updated list of the top distributors located in the state of Vermont. Need more info on the many distributors of alcohol throughout the US? Check out the full list of distributors or fill out the contact form provided.

Wine & Spirits Distributors

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Beer Distributors

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More Distributors in Vermont (A-Z)

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Click here to access the list of alcohol distributors. 

Self-Pitch Distribution Model

In the environment that we operate in today, it can be difficult to find distributors willing to sell your brand.

As you may or may not know, there are hundreds, even thousands of brands and far fewer distribution businesses to move your product through the tiers.

To reduce complication and increase the chances of getting distribution, many use Park Street’s self-pitch distribution approach..

The self-pitch distribution model is comparable to the three-tier conventional distribution model in that goods is distributed to retailers, but the main distinction is that the supplier is in charge of sales and marketing.

Looking For An Importer, Distributor or Back-Office Solution?

Find out why Park Street is a leading distributor and solution in the wine & spirits industry. Contact us to find out exactly what we can do for your brand.