Imperial Beverage is a long-standing member of the Michigan beverage distribution community. Established in 1933 after the repeal of prohibition and purchased by Kalamazoo’s Cekola family in 1984, Imperial has grown from a one county beer distributor to a top 10 statewide beer, wine & spirits wholesaler. With 300 employees and 4 locations in Kalamazoo, Livonia, Ishpeming, and Traverse City, Imperial provides statewide coverage that serves every Michigan County, every week, all year long. 

Our knowledgeable staff works with our customers to fulfill our passion statement “Helping People Succeed,” by building profit and identity in their restaurants and retail locations through the selection of fine wines, craft beers, ciders, spirits, sodas and mixers from our diverse portfolio. 

We offer Health Insurance, 401k Match, Volunteer Program, Internship Opportunities, and more to Imperial Beverage staff. Interested in joining the Imperial Beverage family? Visit imperialbeverage.com/careers to learn more!

Imperial Beverage

Joe Cekola

Rob Caleca

Mike MacDonald

Jacob John

Roxanne Johnson

Brian Bradley

Patrick Walsh

Lindsay Cekola

Jason Heystek

Larry Cekola

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