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Granqvist Beverage House

Granqvist Beverage House AB is a family-owned Nordic importer specializing in high-quality wine, spirits, beer, and cider, with its headquarters in Tidaholm, Sweden. Founded in 1983 by Lennart Granqvist, the company has built a strong reputation over more than 40 years for its expertise in the alcoholic beverage sector and its extensive network of international producers.

The company operates primarily in Sweden, Finland, Norway, Iceland, and the Baltic Sea Duty-Free market, with separate import entities in each country. In Sweden, Granqvist Beverage House AB distributes its products mainly through Systembolaget, the state-owned alcohol retail monopoly, which operates approximately 450 stores nationwide. The company also supplies HORECA (hotels, restaurants, and catering) and wholesale customers, as well as major cruise lines operating in the Baltic Sea region.

Granqvist Beverage House AB’s portfolio includes a wide range of beverages such as wine, fortified wine, beer, cider, non-alcoholic drinks, and spirits, including whisky, grappa, rum, gin, Armagnac, liqueurs, Aquavit, calvados, and cognac. The company works directly with renowned producers from around the world, ensuring a diverse and premium product offering for its customers.

The company’s logistics and distribution are supported by partnerships with leading logistics providers in each Nordic country, including DLP (Drinks Logistics Partner) in Sweden. Granqvist Beverage House AB’s operations in Sweden are centered around its head office and warehouse in Tidaholm, which also features a restaurant, wine cellar, and tasting rooms.

Granqvist Beverage House AB is known for its strong relationships with both producers and retailers, making it a reliable partner for manufacturers and suppliers looking to enter or expand in the Nordic beverage market. The company’s financial performance is stable, with a turnover in the range of 10 to 50 million euros in 2023.

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