Alcohol Inventory Liquidation & Brokerage (Cased Goods)
For distilleries, breweries, wineries, wholesalers, and retailers, excess inventory is more than just a storage problem—it is tied-up working capital. whether due to packaging changes, bankruptcy proceedings, or seasonal overstock, sitting on pallets of unsalable finished goods drains profitability.
Strictly B2B. Compliant. Documented. Waste Optima brokers compliant bulk sales of surplus spirits and wine (and select beer) between properly licensed alcohol businesses.
Important: We do not act as a wholesaler, we do not take title, and we do not warehouse alcohol—our role is to structure a clean, documented transaction between permitted parties.
What We Do (And What We Don't)
We simplify the disposition of distressed or surplus alcohol inventory by strictly adhering to compliance lanes.
We Do:
Broker bulk disposition of surplus alcoholic beverage inventory (Spirits, Wine, Beer).
Coordinate buyer sourcing and logistics alignment.
Verify Compliance: We confirm counterparties hold the appropriate TTB Basic Permit and state permissions before any introduction.
We Do NOT:
Sell alcohol to consumers.
Take title to the product.
Warehouse alcohol.
Provide legal advice (seller/buyer remain responsible for compliance in their jurisdictions).
Sources of Excess Inventory
We assist a wide range of stakeholders in clearing distressed alcohol assets:
Bankruptcy & Receivership: We work with trustees and banks to liquidate alcohol assets quickly to satisfy creditors, handling the complex regulatory transfer required during liquidation.
Production Overruns: Helping co-packers and brand owners clear seasonal SKUs or cancelled orders.
QA/Labeling Issues: Connecting "off-spec" (but safe) liquid with rectifiers who can distill the product back into neutral spirits (ethanol recovery) for industrial or resale use.
Resale Potential Matrix
| Inventory Condition | Target Buyer | Value Recovery Potential |
|---|---|---|
| Finished Goods (Retail Ready) | Closeout Distributors / Export | High (Product Resold as-is) |
| Bulk Spirits (Totes/Drums) | Rectifiers / Blenders | High (Raw Material Value) |
| Off-Spec / Out of Code | Industrial Distilleries | Moderate (Ethanol Recovery) |
| Bankruptcy Liquidation | Bulk Wholesalers | Immediate Cash / Lot Sale |
Bonded vs. Tax-Paid: Why It Matters
Inventory routing depends heavily on tax status. We structure the path based on your specific situation:
In-Bond (Tax-Suspended): May be eligible for compliant "transfer in bond" pathways between bonded premises (DSP to DSP).
Tax-Paid: Typically routes through permitted wholesale closeout channels or export pathways.
Regulatory Compliance Assurance
In the highly regulated alcohol industry, chain of custody is paramount. You cannot simply sell bulk spirits to the highest bidder.
Counterparty business identity.
Evidence of Federal TTB Basic Permit (where required).
State-level permissions relevant to the destination state.
Written confirmation of who is taking title and where custody transfers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waste Optima a licensed alcohol distributor?
No. Waste Optima is an inventory broker and consulting firm. We do not hold a Federal Basic Permit, do not take title to the goods, and do not warehouse alcohol. We facilitate transactions between you and our network of fully licensed, TTB-registered buyers.
Can you sell "In-Bond" inventory?
Yes. We facilitate "Transfer in Bond" transactions. We connect sellers with bonded warehouses or rectifiers who are permitted to receive bonded product, allowing for the transfer of goods without triggering immediate Federal Excise Tax.
Who buys the excess inventory?
Our network consists of vetted, licensed entities including Closeout Distributors, Rectifiers (who may blend or redistill product), and Export Wholesalers. We verify all licenses before introducing a buyer.
Do you liquidate both bulk wine and cased goods?
Yes. We broker the sale of excess wine inventory in all formats, from bulk liquid in tankers to finished cased goods. Whether you are dealing with surplus vintages, label overruns, or cancelled orders, we connect you with verified secondary market buyers to turn your distressed inventory into revenue.
Recover Capital from Your Inventory
To quote within a reasonable timeframe, we require the following intake spec. This ensures we match you only with qualified buyers.
Product Type: Spirits / Wine / Beer
Brand & SKU List: (CSV preferred) including bottle size and case pack.
Volume: Total cases/pallets and configuration.
Tax Status: Is the product Bonded or Tax-Paid?
Location: Zip code and load method.
Constraints: Any territory restrictions or "Destroy vs. Resell" preferences.
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Last updated: 2025-12-23