Discover an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a thriving distillery nestled in the ACT, renowned for its exceptional range of spirits. With a diverse portfolio boasting award-winning gin, vodka, liqueurs, rum, and whisky, this distillery is now offered for sale with 100% shares in the company up for grabs.Under astute management for the past three years, with a small but well established team. The business presents a robust financial profile with a stellar balance sheet. Established in 2015, the distillery has experienced strong growth in sales, while garnering awards both domestically and internationally. The business extends its reach beyond its own brand, producing spirits for other labels.Located in a burgeoning area of Canberra, the distillery occupies three contiguous leased sites, featuring a street-facing cellar door. Recent equipment upgrade have seen the production capacity doubled with the addition of two 1000-litre stills, one dedicated to crafting premium gin, vodka, and the other to producing brown spirits. Complementing these are essential operational equipment including fermenters, bottle rinsers, fillers, labelling machines, pumps, and more. Moreover, a 1300-litre DYE still serves as an eye-catching display piece, adding allure to the future visitor experience.A refurbishment project slated for 2024 aims to elevate the cellar door experience, showcasing the distillation process, interactive classrooms, and event facilities, complete with catering services provided by a third party.While sales predominantly thrive on the local front, the distillery holds significant potential for expansion into interstate markets, supported by a robust online presence representing approximately 10% of sales. Additionally, the business boasts a track record of exporting a small volume of products over the past five years.Gin accounts for over 80% of current sales, and growth is planned through the burgeoning whisky market. Included in this enticing package is a comprehensive inventory of state-of-the-art equipment and a substantial volume of meticulously crafted spirits, including gin, vodka, and liqueurs. Furthermore, an additional offering of approximately 30,000 litres of aged brown spirits, expertly barrelled over the past five years, presents an unparalleled opportunity for discerning investors.Dont miss out on the chance to own a piece of this flourishing distillery, poised for further growth and success. Embrace the spirit of innovation and craftsmanship. Inquire now to secure your stake in this remarkable venture.Completion of a two page CA is required for further information.
Features
A well established business run under full management with an ideal location in the ACT - Presents a very strong Balance Sheet showcasing a full equipment inventory and ample product stocks and assets - The product is sold through an increasing and diverse range of outlets and is well established - Continuing upgrades to the premises and equipment result in high productivity and quality.
Employees
A General Manager oversees operations with 2 full time Managers + 1 subcontractor+ 1 full time distiller and 15 casuals.
