About
Welcome to Classic Brands, the premier beer distributor serving over 750 retailers in Southern Ohio. Founded on the principles of superior customer service and a passion for the communities and people we serve, Classic Brands has provided Southern Ohio with the highest-quality adult beverages available since 1948. Proudly in our fourth generation of family operation, we remain committed to building a business where our associates, customers, communities, and suppliers can flourish together as we work toward a bright and sustainable future.

Our mission is rooted in a passion for delivering exceptional service and top-tier brands to our communities. With a diverse portfolio of renowned brands including Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Yuengling, White Claw, and Busch Light, we offer a comprehensive selection to cater to every taste and occasion. Whether you're stocking up for a weekend gathering or simply unwinding after a long day, Classic Brands is committed to ensuring that you have access to the finest beverages to elevate your experiences. Classic Brands is proud to be your beer business partner for life.
1948
The Litter Distributing Company was established and represented Bavarian Beer, Schoenling Brewing Company, and Hudepohl Brewing Company products.
1955
Pabst Blue Ribbon franchise was purchased.
1966
Anheuser-Busch Brands were purchased from Fred Millies. Wines of Gallo and other producers were included in the purchase and added to our wine portfolio.
1967
A Warehouse of 12,500 sq. ft. was constructed at the rear of 524 Eastern Avenue to house the Beer and Wine operations of Litter Distributing Co.
1975
Purchase of Mt. Pleasant Distributing Company, Baltimore, Ohio. Pabst Blue Ribbon and Blatz Beers.
1984
Purchase of Jax Distributing, Athens, Ohio. Rolling Rock & Carling Black Lable Beers.
1988
Purchased Streitenberger Distributing Co, 824 Eastern Ave. Schoenling & Black Lable Beers. Purchase of Marchi Distributing Company, Gallipolis, Ohio. Wine & Beer portfolio.
1993
Built a new Anheuser-Busch 25,000 square foot warehouse and office building on Hospital Road in Chillicothe.
1994
Purchased Anheuser-Busch territory from Pico Distributing in South East Ohio and built Anheuser-Busch 25,000 square foot warehouse and office building in Albany, Ohio. Divested all other beers and wines to focus entirely on Anheuser-Busch products.
1999
Purchased additional acreage from Adena Regional Medical Center for the Expansion of the Anheuser-Busch Classic Brands warehouse in Chillicothe and added 15,000 square feet.
2002
Purchased Anheuser-Busch Jackson Distributing Company from the Riepenhoff family, consolidated territory into Chillicothe and Albany operations.
2010
Appointed distributor by Mark Anthony Brands.
2012
Completed 15,000 square foot addition in the spring of 2012.

Appointed distributor by Yuengling Brewing, the United States’ oldest operating brewing company founded in 1829.
2013
Appointed distributor by New Belgium Brewing Company – one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing craft brewers – and further expanded our portfolio of craft offerings.
2014
Appointed distributor by Geloso Beverage Group, representing their line of unique flavored malt beverages.
2023
Appointed distributor by several suppliers of mixed beverages, wine and ready-to-drink cocktails, including Federal Distilling, Carbliss Cocktails and Patco Brands.