Rave Associates is an Ann Arbor based wholesaler of Fine Beer & Wine products from around the world. Rave has been in business for over thirty years serving the needs of Southeastern Michigan. We market our products directly to licensed accounts in Genesee, Jackson, Lenawee, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Monroe, Wastenaw & Wayne Counties.
Service.. We believe in the personal touch. Call us.. you will talk to a real person not an automated phone machine. Our people make the difference here at Rave - Service is not just a seven letter word to us; we believe it is what separates us from our competitors.
Events/New Products
Rave Associates welcomes McAtee Organic Farms.
Dec 18, 2008
Thinking Artesian Spring Water? Think McAtee Farms. McAtee Organic Farms is the first and only approved spring water source from a registered organic farm in the Great State of Michigan! We are the exclusive distributor for this product, so call now to order today.
It's a Very Larry Hoppe time.
Dec 10, 2008
In loving memory of our own beer lover and aficianado Larry Hoppe, Arbor Brewing Company has made a very limited batch of Very Larry Hoppe IPA. It will soon be available in Ypsilanti at Aubree's, Aubree's Tavern, Sidetrack Bar & Grille, and the Tap Room. Stop in and have a toast to Larry Hoppe. Check back soon to find out where you can get this special brew in Ann Arbor.
The Christmas Beers are going fast!
Nov 28, 2008
There are a lot of specialty and seasonal beers that are going very fast. Unibroue has the La Fin Du Monde gift packs(in VERY LIMITED quantities), as well as the "Regular" and "Strong" variety 4 packs. We also have the Petrus Winter gift packs, a 750ml bottle AND a special glass to drink from. Like German Beer? We have the Schneider-Weisse gift pack in VERY limited quantities, so call your representative today!
Last Day Of Class at Ashley's Ann Arbor
Nov 25, 2008
Ashley's Ann Arbor is holding the Last Day Of Class on December 09, 2008 starting at 11:00AM and running till the handles stop pouring. There will be at least 20 handles from Bell's Brewing with many of the regulars and a few suprises as well, including Spiced Stout! Remember, you can't drink all day unless you start early!
Truly a sad day at Rave Associates.
Nov 16, 2008
It is with tremendous sadness that I regret to inform you of the passing of one of our team members, Larry Hoppe. He has been with Rave for over 23 years, and our organization is deeply saddened, devastated, and heartbroken over the loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to his entire family.
More new beer is IN!
November 10, 2008
Don't get caught out in the cold without a Winter Warmer from Harpoon this year, just the thing to warm your spirits this season. Also, be sure to try the New Holland Cabin Fever (SOLD OUT!) and the Special Seasonal Gift Packs, for a limited time only. If you are thinking Weihenstephan, think the new Christmas gift pack! A collage of tasty flavors AND a spiffy glass to drink them out of! Call your sales person and order some today!
Get it while you can!
November 6, 2008
Sadly, Bell's Oberon is no longer with us until next year's batches. While it is still in some stores, don't let that deter you from trying other delicious varieties from Bell's Brewery. We now have Best Brown Ale, Winter White Ale, as well as other tasty flavors including Hell Hath No Fury and the brand new Christmas Ale (Both in VERY LIMITED quantities) in glass and on tap. Call your Sales Rep and get some Bell's Beer today!
Let's all head on down to the Uptown Grille and get Stoned!
October 2008
Stone Brewing is holding its annual "Most Arrogant Bar" competition at The Uptown Grille in Commerce Twp, MI. The Uptown Grille is aiming at being the most arrogant, but it needs your help! Come on down on Monday, Nov 3, 2008 and drink many different Stone Brewing varieties in glass and on tap! There will be Double Bastard (06 & 08), Oaked Bastard, Arrogant Bastard, IPA, Pale Ale, Old Guardian (07 & 08), 11th Anniversary, plus many other tasty treats and suprises from Stone Brewing! Happy drinking, and please, drink responsibly.
The Uptwon Grille is located at:
3100 E. West Maple
Commerce Twp., MI 48390
Phone: 248.960.3344
Email: info@uptowngrille.com
It is getting cooler outside,
Sept, 2008
So why not warm up with some good Beer? We have taken delivery of ABC Jackhammer, Arcadia Jawjacker, Bell's Double Cream Stout, with many others on the way!. For you Christmas fans, we have a slew of Christmas treats coming too! See your Sales representative for details!