The International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show (IBWSS) is North America's leading trade show and conference dedicated exclusively to bulk wine, bulk spirits, private label beverages, contract production, and beverage supply chain solutions.

Held annually in San Francisco, IBWSS brings together producers, suppliers, buyers, distributors, retailers, hospitality groups, private label sourcing teams, and beverage entrepreneurs from around the world to explore new business opportunities, build partnerships, and gain practical insight into the future of the beverage alcohol industry.

As consumer behavior, supply chains, and routes to market continue to evolve, IBWSS serves as a meeting point for companies looking to buy, sell, source, manufacture, package, distribute, and grow beverage alcohol brands more effectively.

Why IBWSS Exists

The global beverage alcohol industry is changing rapidly. Producers are looking for new markets and more efficient routes to market. Retailers are expanding private label programs. Buyers are seeking reliable supply partners. Importers and distributors are navigating changing consumer trends and economic realities. At the same time, many wineries and distilleries are looking for new ways to move inventory, improve margins, and create long-term commercial partnerships.

IBWSS was created to address these challenges.

Unlike traditional beverage exhibitions that focus primarily on finished consumer brands, IBWSS is designed around the business of beverage alcohol. The event focuses on sourcing, supply, production, distribution, private label development, and commercial growth opportunities that help companies build stronger and more profitable businesses.

What You Will Find At IBWSS

Exhibition Floor

The exhibition floor showcases companies from across the beverage alcohol supply chain, including:

• Bulk wine suppliers

• Bulk spirits suppliers

• Contract bottlers and co-packers

• Private label producers

• Wineries and distilleries seeking market expansion

• Packaging and labeling providers

• Logistics and supply chain companies

• Technology and business solution providers

• Importers and sourcing companies

The show floor is designed to facilitate direct business conversations and meaningful commercial relationships between buyers and suppliers.

Industry Conference

The IBWSS Conference brings together senior executives, buyers, distributors, retailers, importers, hospitality leaders, consultants, and industry experts to discuss the trends shaping the future of beverage alcohol.

Topics include:

• Bulk wine and spirits market trends

• Private label opportunities

• Distribution and route-to-market strategies

• Consumer behavior shifts

• Retail buying insights

• Supply chain and sourcing strategies

• Beverage innovation

• Market expansion opportunities

• Industry economics and future growth trends

The conference delivers practical, business-focused education designed to help attendees make better commercial decisions.

Networking & Business Development

IBWSS creates opportunities for buyers and suppliers to connect through networking sessions, exhibitor meetings, educational workshops, and industry events designed to generate new business opportunities and partnerships.

Whether you are seeking supply partners, manufacturing solutions, private label opportunities, distribution relationships, or new customers, IBWSS provides direct access to decision-makers across the industry.

Who Attends

IBWSS attracts professionals from every segment of the beverage alcohol supply chain, including:

• Importers

• Distributors

• Retail Chains

• Independent Retailers

• Hospitality Groups

• Restaurant Operators

• Hotel Beverage Programs

• Cruise Line Buyers

• Private Label Buyers

• Beverage Startups

• Contract Manufacturing Buyers

• Bulk Wine Buyers

• Bulk Spirits Buyers

• Beverage Brand Owners

• Industry Consultants

The event is designed for professionals looking to build relationships, source products, discover opportunities, and stay ahead of industry developments.

Organized By Beverage Trade Network

The International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show is organized by Beverage Trade Network (BTN), a global B2B beverage company dedicated to connecting drinks brands with the professionals who influence purchasing decisions across retail, hospitality, importing, distribution, and e-commerce channels.

Founded with the mission of helping beverage brands grow internationally, Beverage Trade Network has built one of the industry's most recognized portfolios of trade events, competitions, media platforms, and buyer engagement programs.

BTN's flagship events and competitions include:

• London Wine Competition

• London Spirits Competition

• London Beer Competition

• USA Wine Ratings

• USA Spirits Ratings

• USA Beer Ratings

• Sommeliers Choice Awards

• Bartender Spirits Awards

• International Bulk Wine and Spirits Show (IBWSS)

Through these platforms, BTN helps producers gain market validation, connect with buyers, build credibility, increase visibility, and grow distribution in key markets around the world.

In addition to its events and competitions, BTN operates a portfolio of trade media publications, conferences, webinars, educational programs, and business intelligence initiatives that serve beverage professionals globally.

Today, Beverage Trade Network works with wineries, distilleries, breweries, importers, distributors, retailers, hospitality groups, and beverage entrepreneurs across more than 80 countries.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help beverage suppliers, producers, and buyers create meaningful business relationships, discover new opportunities, and navigate the changing dynamics of the global beverage alcohol industry.

IBWSS exists to connect supply with demand, create new commercial opportunities, and help businesses succeed in an increasingly competitive and rapidly evolving marketplace.

Whether you are sourcing bulk wine, seeking private label partners, exploring contract production, looking for distribution opportunities, or searching for industry insight, IBWSS is where the global beverage alcohol industry comes together to do business.