Florida’s Family-Owned ABC Makes First Out-of-State Move in 90-Year-HistoryORLANDO, Fla. and WHEAT RIDGE, Colo., Jan. 29, 2026 / — ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, one of the nation’s largest family-owned and operated alcohol beverage retailers, announced today that it has acquired Applejack Wine & Spirits, a top Colorado-based retailer with a long-standing reputation in the Mountain West. The three large-format store locations in Colorado will operate as Applejack by ABC. “This is a milestone in ABC’s history and a major step toward our overall expansion plans,” said ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Chairman and CEO Charles Bailes III. Applejack is widely recognized for its curated wine program, extensive spirits and beer selection, knowledgeable staff, and delivery to popular ski areas. Founded during the repeal of Prohibition, ABC Fine Wine & Spirits has remained privately owned and operated through multiple generations, emphasizing disciplined growth, community involvement, and investments in people, technology and modern stores.