By becoming an Allied Trade Partner your business will have the opportunity to connect with our brewers, while supporting an organization that on many levels, already supports your businesses.
Allen Insurance and Financial is one of the top insurers of craft breweries in the country insuring more than 250+ accounts. Our knowledge of the brewing industry and network of local, regional and national carriers means we can build a comprehensive and competitively priced program for almost any risk. We’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned company.
Amherst Label continues to grow as a family-owned and operated New Hampshire label printer, with family as our foundation.
Brewing for success. People love beer. Specifically your beer. And you want to keep it that way. Protecting your brewery’s brand starts with a sanitary brewhouse. Partner with the experts at Ecolab to deliver consistent results in every pint, growler and keg.
Our team at ImageTek labels provides fast, quality and personal service to assist you in your brewery label needs. Locally owned and produced here in VT. Whether a start up or established brewery we can assist in your businesses growing success from design to print. Our turn time is 3 to 5 days, and offer fair pricing for all of your label needs. We make fully custom labels to bring your craft vision to life in the hands of consumers. We also provide behind the scenes industrial/durable and work in progress labeling. Look forward to hearing from you!
One of the many things Vermont is known for is it’s Craft Brewing Industry. Victory Packaging, a national packaging distribution company, has helped many brewers, distillers, food companies and manufacturers with their packaging needs not only in New England, but across the country. Victory streamlines the packaging needs of many brewers and helps with their supply chain logistics of cans, ends, PakTechs, corrugated trays and boxes, stretch wrap and everything else packaging wise! Victory is proud to be an Allied Partner of the VBA and look forward to helping many of its members with their logistics and supply chain.
White Labs, Inc. is an international company headquartered in San Diego, California that provides liquid yeast, fermentation products, services, analysis and education to professionals and enthusiasts alike. With locations around the world, White Labs continues to raise the bar in the art of fermentation, while stretching the limits of science to set new standards in purity and freshness. From the industry’s first pitchable liquid yeast, to a complete revolution in the way it’s propagated and packaged, the White Labs innovative spirit is tireless.
Our goal is to tailor your financial decisions precisely to your business objectives. We work closely with you to create a financial strategy that aligns seamlessly with your business, ensuring efficiency and reliability. Our educational approach empowers you with the knowledge and skills necessary to confidently manage your finances, leading to a stronger financial foundation for your business. As an Allied Partner of the VBA we care about your brewery’s overall financial well-being, including you and your employees, and look forward to being an integral part of your trusted professional network.
Founded in 1996 by the Bechard family, Country Malt Group has grown to be one of the leading providers of quality ingredients and supplies to the CraftBeer Industry. Spanning the United States and Canada, CMG now has thirteen distribution centers located strategically across North America as well as key partnerships that span the world.
The craft brewing industry is one of the most exciting, fastest growing and visible sectors of the Vermont economy. Downs Rachlin Martin has helped many brewers, distillers, food companies and retailers protect their brands and their products, and restructure their organizations. DRM is proud to be an Allied Partner of the VBA.
Local industrial steam and process application vendor
Gallagher Flynn & Company (GFC) is a fully integrated professional services firm dedicated to assisting clients in maximizing their opportunities for sustainable and strategic growth. With numerous craft brewers and distillers as clients, we are a knowledgeable and experienced group of business advisors that can assist your enterprise in a variety of ways. Areas of food and beverage expertise include product costing, financing, accounting and taxation, wage and salary guides, outsourced accounting, HR consulting, and transaction advisory services. GFC would welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can help your business achieve its goals.
VHV is the largest full service mechanical contractor in the state of Vermont with 75 years in business. Our team is made up of dedicated service technicians, estimators, engineers, project managers, installers, and field operators, all determined to create the best customer experience. We believe strong customer relationships and superior service contribute to our track record of providing industry-leading levels of customer satisfaction.
Our mission is to strive for 100% customer satisfaction, through innovative mechanical solutions for the construction industry, while simultaneously exceeding the expectations of our employee owners and the community.
The first company on the planet to introduce digital printing on infinitely recyclable aluminum cans. With facilities in Canada and the U.S., we put the art into the heart of your brand in all batches, big or small.
Jamieson Insurance, in business since 1865, is now part of the Hilb Group of New England. Our agency was developed in 1865 to serve the communities’ insurance needs. With a tenured history of dedicated insurance professionals who can offer personalized insurance solutions for you, your family, and your business. With access to a wide variety of insurance markets throughout the United States, we take the time to find the insurance carrier that’s right for your needs, while providing that local Vermont community feeling. We help prepare you for whatever life brings, with the right insurance protection, the right plan to reach your financial objectives, and the right people working to help you manage your risk. For more information on the Hilb Group of New England or to get a quote, Contact Rodney Putnam today!
The Richards Group has provided Business Insurance, Employee Benefits, and Retirement Plan solutions to clients throughout Vermont & New Hampshire since 1867. The firm has 160 employees in 12 locations and has earned recognition both for contributions to our local communities and as one of the best places to work in the region. The Richards Group is committed to helping breweries with risk management, workplace safety, employee retention, and wellness. TRG recognizes that while we help employers manage the cost and complexity of insurance and employee benefits, we use our expertise, technology, and resources for the betterment of their employees.
For more information about the firm and its capabilities visit their website here
Hops & Fruit Puree merchant based in Upstate New York; owned by hop growers
At Prairie Malt, we believe the quality of grain you start with ultimately determines how balanced and tasteful your finished product will be. That’s why we work with producers in the prairies of Western Canada, home to some of the world’s finest two-row barley. These passionate growers approach each crop with a deep commitment to care for the earth, reflecting our own sustainability efforts.
Supported by decades of long-standing industry experience, an extensive support network, and strong technical expertise, Lallemand Brewing is positioned to help your brewery achieve its growth and quality goals. Beyond unparalleled global technical support and expertise, we offer an extensive range of products, services, and education. Whether you are a startup, a global leader in beer production, or anywhere in between, we have something for you. At Lallemand Brewing…We Brew With You™!”
Green Up Vermont’s mission is to promote the stewardship of our state’s natural landscape and waterways and the livability of our communities by involving people in Green Up Day and raising public awareness about the health, economic, and visual benefits of a litter free environment year-round. Green Up Vermont is proud to work with VBA and all members to promote environmental resilience for a beautiful Vermont.
Zee Company, founded in the United States in 1968, continues to specialize in providing food, beverage and water treatment chemistries.
Loeffler, founded in Germany in 1931, has specialized in servicing only breweries in the United States for more than two decades.
In 2019, these family-owned companies joined forces to continue the legacies of excellence and innovation together as Zee Loeffler. Zee Loeffler proudly partners with the brewing industry’s best. Whether your brewery production is 1,000 or 2,000,000 barrels, Zee Loeffler promises to deliver quality products, unparalleled service, and professional expertise. Zee Loeffler is at its best when you are at your best. It is our mission—“To reach our full potential by helping others reach theirs; to renew—and raise the bar.”
Zee Loeffler is here to listen to your needs and help you make better beer.
Producing natural speciality ingredients for food and beer.
Freight shipping and trucking company
CBIZ’s New England Food & Beverage Services Group has the perfect recipe of knowledge and service capabilities to support the food and beverage industry in complex issues. With expertise in this sector, we provide financial statement audits, tax planning and compliance, transaction advisory services, and consulting for operational improvement. We also offer cybersecurity, risk management, and technology solutions. By addressing financial, operational, and strategic needs, CBIZ helps businesses in the food and beverage service industry thrive and succeed.
Our focus is on improving growth and profitability while guiding many food and beverage companies in their development from small emerging entities into national and international organizations.
G3 is a leading packaging and logistics provider. G3 Packaging provides aluminum cans and can ends with a variety of brite cans sold by the pallet to full truckloads. We have fast turnaround times as cans are sourced domestically: 8oz sleek, 250ml, 10oz sleek, 330ml, 12oz std & sleek, & 16oz std. G3 Logistics offers bulk and finished good transportation and 3PL warehousing nationally and regionally.
Based in Montpelier and Highgate, Wind River Environmental is your liquid waste hauling partner across Vermont. We collect brewery waste in large and small pump trucks and haul it to your preferred digester or disposal location. Our polite, friendly, and professional technicians know Vermont’s breweries and liquid waste systems. We also provide drain cleaning, camera, septic pumping, and vactor services, as well as inside grease trap services for restaurants. We are proud to support the Vermont Brewers Association as an Allied Partner and are always ready to help VBA members with their liquid waste needs.
Aluminate™ are next-gen digitally printed cans by Lagersmith Can Supply Co. Metallic, matte, gloss, and textured finishes are all possible on the same can. Lagersmith is the go-to partner for industry leading pricing, lightning quick turn-around times, no dunnage deposits, and free shipping options.
Small Batch Standard is the premier financial agency built to serve the craft brewing industry. Our team of brewery consultants, accountants, tax specialists and industry experts are here to help breweries like yours grow, profit, and thrive.
Boelter is a strategic partner to the most successful breweries, distilleries, beverage distributors, wineries, and cidermakers in the country. We provide guidance and essential products to ensure that through every service and season, our partners are performing at their peak. Our key product categories include glassware, tap handles, coasters, cups, and umbrellas, but we’re happy to help with any POS or promotional product need.
RahrBSG delivers the finest brewing ingredients and packaging supplies at competitive prices, all backed by outstanding customer service and over 175 years of expertise in the global food and beverage industries. With distribution centers strategically located across North America and an FSSC 22000-certified hop processing facility in the Pacific Northwest, RahrBSG is within easy reach of most breweries. Headquartered in Shakopee, Minnesota, where Rahr Malting Co. operates one of the largest single-site malting facilities in the world, RahrBSG is a subsidiary of Rahr Corporation, a family-owned company since 1847.
Bia Diagnostics Laboratories offers fermented beverage testing by a TTB certified chemist. Brewers can ensure the quality and consistency of their beer, hard cider, and kombucha by testing for ABV, IBUs, color, pH, extract, calories, and gluten. Real time PCR is also used to identify potential yeast and bacteria spoilage organisms that may cause off flavors and refermentation in the package. Be confident in every fermented beverage you make through Bia’s fast and easy analytical testing.
Hopsteiner is a vertically integrated global hops supplier dedicated to delivering the finest hops and hop products available. Founded in 1845, Hopsteiner is a sixth-generation grower that continues to advance the industry as one of the foremost international hop growing, breeding, trading, and processing firms in the world. Hopsteiner ships hops globally and partners with breweries of all sizes, offering unique hop varieties and innovative hop products designed to enhance flavor, aroma, consistency, and flexibility for brewing and beyond.
Using world class malting technology and in partnership with Germany’s leading malt supplier we locally craft malt and supply premium malt that enables craft brewers to create unique and distinctive beer.
Breweries and beer fests don’t succeed on great beer alone—it’s about getting new faces and engaged customers through the door. With over a decade of proven results and trusted partnerships, our turnkey, hands-on ticketing and marketing services help you sell more experiences, increase foot traffic, and turn more beer-loving people into lifelong fans. Hop On the Trail®.
UDMC is a system Integrator and full line distributor for the food, beverage and cosmetic industry. We have been in business for over 100 years and are Platinum Partners with SPX, Anderson and many more.
Zumbiel offers high-quality paperboard packaging for your canned beverages. Whether you need 4-packs, 24-packs, or anything in between, we provide competitive pricing, low MOQs, and fast turnaround—giving your brand the flexibility and efficiency to reach the market quickly. Established in 1843, family-owned and operated.