LOUISVILLE, Ky.–(October 28, 2024)-Tranzon Asset Advisors, a national accelerated marketing firm based in Kentucky, is overseeing the sale of a well-established premium craft whiskey distillery and brand through a sealed bid auction. The assets for sale, part of a court-mediated settlement, include a bonded whiskey distillery, licenses, real estate and a substantial inventory of both barreled and packaged whiskey. There is also an option to purchase additional real estate in Louisville’s Whiskey Row neighborhood. “This sale provides a fast track for those looking to expand within the spirits industry or enter with mature assets already in place”
Prospective purchasers can access the data room upon submitting a signed non-disclosure agreement to review company financials, distillery details, licenses, intellectual property, inventory and bid submission forms. Sealed bids, along with the required deposit, must be delivered to Tranzon by December 10, 2024. Qualified bidders will be invited to a second round of online bidding, concluding December 12, 2024.
“This sale provides a fast track for those looking to expand within the spirits industry or enter with mature assets already in place,” said Ed Durnil, regional president of Tranzon Asset Advisors. “This auction presents a rare opportunity for both industry experts and new entrants to bid on high-value assets with an established customer base in the booming bourbon and craft whiskey markets. Due to the unique nature of this opportunity, Tranzon is marketing these assets broadly to national and international audiences to ensure the highest possible return.”
The distillery boasts significant cash flow, a profitable track record and a well-established premium brand. The buyer will acquire a luxury retail product (starting at $200 per bottle), along with a ready-to-sell packaged inventory and an extensive supply of barreled whiskey. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Kelly Toney, executive vice president of Tranzon Asset Advisors, at [email protected] to obtain bidding forms, with due diligence requiring a confidentiality agreement.
For further details about the auction, please visit tranzon.com/taa2435a.
Sealed bids due December 10, with qualified bidders invited to a second round of online bidding.
