641 S Crystal Ave 6,736 SF Specialty Building Offered at $1,395,920 CAD in Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Turnkey Winery, Distillery & Tasting Room Operation – Full Business & Facility
A rare chance to acquire a fully licensed and operational craft beverage business in Michigan’s thriving wine region. This complete offering includes a well-established production facility in Benton Township with real estate, along with a fully built-out, successful tasting room business in downtown St. Joseph. The sale includes all equipment, branding, licenses, and business goodwill, making it a true turnkey acquisition.
Buyers may acquire:
Entire operation (both locations) for $1,000,000 – includes the production facility (real estate, licenses, equipment) and takeover of the leased tasting room
OR
Tasting room business only for $750,000 – includes brand assets and lease rights to 321 State Street (real estate and production not included)
Option 1: Full Business Acquisition – $1,000,000
641 S. Crystal Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Includes:
3-acre parcel with 6,396 SF production building
Licensed small winery, cider producer, and small distillery
Public sewer, natural gas, electric, private well
All production equipment, inventory at time of sale
Brand name, trademarks, website, social media, and digital presence
Lease takeover of tasting room at 321 State Street (subject to landlord approval)
Business with 10+ years of consistent growth and profitability
Zoned for manufacturing/distribution with proximity to I-94 (1.5 hrs to Chicago)
Licensing Note: Buyer must qualify with MLCC and TTB for license transfers. Showings require 24-hour notice. Security system is active.
Option 2: Tasting Room Business Only – $750,000
321 State Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085
Includes:
2,000 SF beautifully remodeled downtown tasting room
Long-term lease in place through 12/31/2031
Sale includes furniture, fixtures, décor, branding, business name, and IP
Surrounded by high foot traffic, shops, and Lake Michigan tourism
Tasting room currently operates under an off-premise license linked to 641 Crystal Ave
Important Note: The tasting room license is not independently transferable. A buyer would need to re-license under a new or existing parent production license. Landlord approval required for lease transfer.
Highlights:
Fully built-out production + retail operation
Clean, modern tasting room with prime downtown visibility
All branding and business goodwill included
Real estate only included with $1,000,000 package
Ideal for operators, investors, or private-label producers
Located in the heart of Southwest Michigan’s wine trail
This is a strategic opportunity to enter the Michigan craft beverage market with everything in place: a physical production hub, a profitable tasting room location, a recognizable brand, and a loyal customer base. Whether you’re an existing producer expanding regionally or an entrepreneur launching a new concept, this package offers flexibility, infrastructure, and proven performance.
Contact Realty Executives Instant Equity for a private tour, business package, and equipment list.
MLS #25014159 (Full Offering) | MLS #25014158 (Tasting Room Business Only)