BizCap, a national commercial finance and advisory firm, announced it has structured and secured an asset-based growth capital credit facility for 3 Badge Beverage, a privately held producer of premium spirits and wines. The financing will provide working capital to drive continued growth across both domestic and international markets.
Founded in 2009 and led by fourth-generation vintner August Sebastiani, 3 Badge Beverage carries forward a family legacy of craftsmanship and entrepreneurship rooted in the wine industry. The company develops, owns, and distributes a diverse lineup of award-winning brands across the gin, rum, and wine categories, which are sold in the U.S. and abroad.
BizCap, which has been providing creative financing solutions to middle-market companies since 2002, facilitated the transaction by identifying an optimal lending partner and structuring terms to support 3 Badge Beverage’s long-term objectives. The engagement underscores BizCap’s expertise in helping growth-oriented businesses secure tailored credit facilities, particularly when conventional capital sources may not fit their needs.
Founded in Sonoma County, California, 3 Badge Beverage continues to expand its footprint as a leader in premium craft beverages, combining historic winemaking tradition with modern market strategy. The financing arrangement is expected to enable the company to scale its production, enhance distribution, and meet increasing demand for its premium products.
KEY QUOTES:
“BizCap made selecting the perfect lender straightforward by presenting curated term sheets and guiding us through comparisons, enabling an informed choice for long-term growth. Their industry relationships transferred seamlessly to us. We were impressed by their meticulous follow-up—the team augmented our staff, overseeing every detail for a smooth outcome. And considerable thanks is also due to CEO Richard Zeller and our team’s key contributions.”
August Sebastiani, President and Founder of 3 Badge Beverage
“3 Badge Beverage is a strong organization with a deep-seated history in Sonoma County and a powerful growth trajectory. We are elated to have delivered a financing solution that will launch them into the next phase of development.”
Weston Weinberg, Associate at BizCap