“Scratching their heads” is what local farmers likely did when Merle Dahlheimer sold his dairy farm. Right here stands the Historic Dahlheimer’s Building. It represents the legacy of Dahlheimer Beverage.
Merle Dahlheimer grew tired of the daily milking routine. This led him to a significant business move. He sold his cows and farm equipment. In 1959, he purchased the St. Michael Gluek Beer Distributor. This marked the beginning of Dahlheimer Beverage.
The new business included 60000 cases of Gluek beer. It also had three trucks and one cooler. Merle Dahlheimer personally drove to the brewery. He delivered beer on his way home. His house and garage in St. Michael became a beer warehouse. Imagine that.
More than 60 years have passed. Dahlheimer Beverage has grown significantly. It distributes 150 different brands of beer. This includes over 800 varieties. The business remains family-run spanning three generations. They still love what they do.
Dahlheimer Beverage continually seeks to grow. They add top-quality brands to their inventory. This ensures they stay competitive. It also gives customers what they want. They also expand their distribution area.
In 2014, their area grew significantly throughout Minnesota. This happened by acquiring the Brainerd warehouse. In 2019, they acquired the Virginia warehouse. In 2022, they acquired a warehouse in Green Isle. This expanded their territory into south-central Minnesota. These acquisitions allow them to service a large area. It stretches from the Iowa border to the Canadian border.
Dahlheimer Beverage is always working to be on top of new market trends. They aim to provide customers with the products they desire. They also strive to provide the service they deserve.
The beer distribution business moves fast. Trends change quickly. Dahlheimer Beverage has watched beers like Sam Adams and Corona grow. They went from five cases in the corner of the warehouse to major brands.
Dahlheimer Beverage strives to be the best. They have received multiple awards over the years. These awards drive them to enhance their qualities. These qualities allowed them to earn the awards.
As a business, Dahlheimer Beverage believes in contributing to its communities. They do this through monetary and physical donations. They support local programs such as youth athletics and school programs. They also support charities and community events. They maintain a presence at many local events. This includes festivals, fairs, rodeos, and fundraisers.
The Historic Dahlheimer’s Building stands as a testament. It represents passion, growth, and community commitment. It is a story of a dairy farmer who traded cows for cases of beer.