MIAMI & DALLAS – November 3, 2025 – Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer’s), the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol, today announced the successful closing of its acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Anheuser-Busch’s owned New York City distribution operation. Effective immediately, the business will operate under the name Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company of New York, servicing Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx.
“We are proud to welcome Anheuser-Busch’s iconic portfolio and talented team into the Southern Glazer’s family here in New York,” said Wayne E. Chaplin, President & Chief Executive Officer, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. “This acquisition expands our capabilities in one of the world’s most dynamic beverage markets and strengthens our ability to deliver exceptional service and value across the city.”
The new dedicated beverage division in New York reinforces Southern Glazer’s continued investment in its total beverage distribution capabilities and will remain focused on supporting growing consumer demand for Anheuser-Busch’s industry-leading portfolio of brands in the market. The new division is being led by Devyn Dugger, who has been appointed Senior Vice President, New York Beverage Division, Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company.
“With this acquisition, we have an incredible opportunity to support customers with an expanded portfolio and dedicated team,” said Dugger. “Our focus is on seamless integration, exceptional service, and growing these world-class brands in this critical market.”
The transaction includes Anheuser-Busch’s full product portfolio sold in the New York City area, including its industry-leading beer brands, fast-growing spirits-based ready-to-drink brands, and new energy drink line, Phorm Energy. In addition to Anheuser-Busch’s portfolio, Southern Glazer’s will also distribute Sazerac, American Beverage Craft, Red Bull, and BeatBox Beverages across Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx.
“This acquisition marks a significant step in Southern Glazer’s long-term growth strategy,” said Mark Chaplin, President, Commercial Sales, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. “It strengthens our position as a total beverage distributor and sets the stage for continued innovation and expansion in the years ahead.”
Southern Glazer’s is now operating from the existing Bronx facility and will immediately begin distributing supplier products throughout the New York City area, encompassing all four boroughs currently serviced by this operation.
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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol, building brands for moments that matter. The multi-generational, family-owned Company has operations in 47 U.S. markets and Canada, as well as brokerage operations through its Southern Glazer’s Travel Retail Sales & Export Division in the Caribbean, Central and South America. In 2025, Southern Glazer’s was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women, and was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Company to Work for Overall. Southern Glazer’s urges all retail customers and adult consumers to market, sell, serve, and enjoy its products responsibly. For more information visit www.southernglazers.com. Follow us on Facebook, X and Instagram @sgwinespirits.