Our History

Beginning In 1933

We're proud of our heritage. From the end of Prohibition to present day, we've been here serving Delaware's finest brews with pride.

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1933
The first delivery of alcohol in Delaware after the repeal.
First office on French Street in Wilmington, DE.
1944-1972
Double Jay was an American Thoroughbred racehorse. He was purchased as a yearling by James V. Tigani, winning a multitude of impressive races until his death in 1972.
1948
New location on Broom Street in Wilmington, DE.
1949
Acquires rights to represent Miller Brewing, Van Munching Company & Guinness Import Company products.
1979
Standard Wine & Spirits opened Dover warehouse at Lafferty Lane & Horsepond Road.
1982
Moved Broom Street office & warehouse facilities to 903-905 S. Heald Street in Wilmington.
1988
Coors Brewing Company arrives in Delaware.
1991-1992
Miller Brewing Co. President's Award
1994
Acquired right to represent Yuengling.
2004
Moved operations to Mews Drive in New Castle.
2005
Heineken Red Star Award.
2007
Diageo Gold Bar Award
2012
Molson Coors President's Award
2013
Molson Coors awards Standard Distributing the Bill Coors Quality Award.
2017
2017 Miller Coors Quality Award Winner
2023
Molson Coors President's Award Winner

What's Happening At Standard

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We go above and beyond

If you sell beer, we’ve got what you’re looking for. In fact, our business is configured around helping you be as successful at our product as possible. We can help you with your sales force, promotion & special events, design needs, and we’ll even maintain your taps.