San Diego, CA- Helm’s Brewing Company, whom officially launched 22 ounce bottles in November of 2013, has signed an exclusive distribution deal with Statewide Beverage Company for Southern California. Starting immediately, Statewide Beverage Company will be distributing bottles of Captain’s Pale Ale, Wicked as Sin IPA, Hop the RIPA, and Beeruccino along with kegs for all of Southern California. This marks the first distribution deal for Helm’s Brewing Company who had been self-distributing in San Diego.

This is the latest move in the increasing expansion and popularity of Helm’s Brewing Company which will also include a brewery expansion of two 30 BBL fermentation tanks. “We are excited to start this phase of expansion,” said Matt Johnson, General Manager at Helm’s Brewing Company. “We’re more excited to begin this partnership with Statewide Beverage Company and to showcase this partnership across Southern California.”

Statewide Beverage Company adds Helm’s Brewing Company to their ongoing portfolio, which includes Aztec Brewing Company and Oceanside Ale Works. “We are very excited about this strategic partnership with Helms Brewing Co. This is a wonderful up and comer with unique and innovative varietals, and makes a great addition to our solid portfolio,” said Troy Magnusson, General Manager and VP of Sales at Statewide Beverage Company. “We look forward to working closely with team Helms to increase distribution and reach throughout Southern California.”

About Helm’s Brewing Company

Helm’s Brewing Company produces high quality and innovative craft beer designed not only to impress the connoisseur beer drinker, but also provide a fresh and local beer experience for the average consumer. The tasting room includes two 46” televisions to watch sports and with the brew-house attached to the tasting room it allows customers to view the brewery equipment as they enjoy a pint of beer. The tasting room is part of the community brewery concept where people can stop by after work, grab a beer on the weekend and enjoy conversation with friends. Helm’s Brewing company self-distributes kegs and bottles in San Diego, CA.

About Statewide Beverage Company

Statewide Beverage Company, Inc. is a full service Southern California beverage distributor, distributing in the counties of Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego counties.