In response to Executive Order 2020-04, declaring a state of emergency across the state of Michigan concerning the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Great Lakes Wine & Spirits has taken the following action steps to ensure the safety of our employees and customers during the COVID-19 pandemic in accordance with OSHA and CDC recommendations:

Implement Basic Infection Prevention Measures
  • Emphasizing basic infection prevention measures. Implement good hygiene and infection control including frequent and thorough hand- washing, encourage employees to stay home if sick, and respiratory etiquette, including covering coughs and sneezes with tissue or sleeve
  • Employees to clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces (phones, computers, keyboards, desks, etc.).
  • Hands-free doors, trash cans, hand sanitization stations
  • Sanitize office, warehouse, and delivery vehicles between each shift
  • New café procedures including pre-packaged food, only handled by SERV Safe Provider.
  • Social Distancing and Hygiene Safety signs displayed in all facilities
Implement Workplace Controls
  • Any employee exhibiting symptoms must leave the facility immediately
  • Utilizing Telemedicine service for all employees
  • Sanitization kits in each delivery vehicle
  • Restructured and painted/marked zones in warehouse to (visually) ensure social distancing in warehouse workspaces
  • No out-state/country visitors allowed in building(s)
  • Flexible work schedules, staggered start times, work remotely if/when possible
  • Providing workers with up-to-date information on COVID-19 risk factors and protective behaviors
  • Daily discussions with union stewards and union leadership to address any issues ideas or best practices

For Michigan Coronavirus/COVID-19 information and updates go to https://www.michigan.gov/Coronavirus

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Mixers & More

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is a comprehensive beverage wholesaler, offering so much more than Wine, Spirits, and Beer. Our products also include wine preservation, water, and ready-to-drink beverages; take a look at what we have to offer. Your Sales Consultant can help you find what you need to enhance your business, today.

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Welcome to the Craft Mead Revolution!

Our modern meads are new and bold additions to the thriving craft beer and wine scene. Mead for you! Our draft meads (sometimes referred to as ‘Session Meads’) are lightly carbonated, refreshing and showcase a variety of flavors


BLACKBERRY Wholesome blackberries, orange blossom honey and just the right amount of carbonation combine to make this an amazingly refreshing draft mead.
HONEY Our original draft mead. Delicious and refreshing lightly carbonated mead crafted with the highest quality orange blossom honey. This Mead is a perfect balance of subtle sweetness with a hint of citrus and a crisp finish.
ROSÉ This Rosé is subtle and beautiful, blended with ruby red grapefruit, orange blossom honey, dark sweet cherry and hibiscus for that perfect smooth and refreshing Rosé taste.
LEMON Lemon has become one of our newest fan favorites with its refreshing blend of lemon and orange blossom honey. Tangy and refreshing, it’s the perfect summer companion.

Testimonials

“Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is one of our major suppliers of wine and spirits. We have the pleasure of working with the same sales managers we’ve been working with for over 30 years. The knowledge, selection, and service combined with our long-term relationship provides meaningful value to our business.”

Kameel Chamelly
CEO, Martha’s Vineyard Gourmet and Nantucket Baking Company

“Great Lakes Wine & Spirits and Plum Market have shared a symbiotic relationship for years. We rely on GLW&S to be our key supplier, and their range of products is unequalled. The leadership is outstanding and committed, and their level of service and attention to detail are excellent.”

Marc Jonna
Co-Founder, Plum Market

“An incredible portfolio that speaks for itself. But what really sets Great Lakes Wine & Spirits apart from other distributors is their customer service! The whole organization from top to bottom sets the standard on how it should be done.”

Patrick Pardington
Oakland Hills Country Club
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