Lucky delivery! Family-owned, Ypsilanti-based beer distributor delivers 46 kegs, 220 cases ahead of St. Patrick’s Day

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Spring is in the air and beer and wine distributors across Michigan are gearing up for two of the season’s top beer-drinking holidays of the season: St. Patrick’s Day and the NCAA Tournament.

In advance of what will be a celebratory weekend, Ypsilanti-based beer distributor O&W Inc. delivered 46 kegs and 220 cases of assorted beverages to one of its accounts, highlighting its commitment to customer satisfaction and readiness for peak demand periods. The distributor also added to its delivery schedule to meet demand.

“It’s the start of a busy season and we’re ready,” said Kit Wanty-Lambert, president of O&W Inc. “It’s exciting to see our employees – from those driving trucks to others working the warehouse – stepping up to make sure our retail accounts are ready for their customers.”

Founded in 1933, O&W Inc. is a fifth-generation, family-owned beer distributor serving a seven-county footprint in southeast Michigan that includes parts of Wayne County. It has nearly 200 workers and the company is dedicated to its legacy of community involvement and social responsibility while keeping customers and employees at the forefront of all they do.

“As a local, independent beer distributor, we have the unique opportunity to offer consumers a wide array of options for their celebrations, whether they're cheering for their team or marking a special occasion,” Wanty-Lambert said.

St. Patrick’s Day and the NCAA Tournament are ranked as the No. 9 and No. 10 top beer-drinking holidays, respectively, which is why Michigan’s beer and wine distributors are working hard to ensure consumers have access to a range of beverage options for the festivities.

Beer and wine distributors are well-versed in helping their retail customers determine the best beverage choices for every occasion while prioritizing quality products as well as public health and safety. They market and grow brands, providing plenty of choices while supporting thousands of jobs in their local communities.