Bowigens Beer Company LLC has voluntarily filed for bankruptcy protection. The Casselberry, Florida-based company has been serving as a craft brewery and taproom for around 11 years. Court records show that the company currently faces several unsecured creditors claims.
Note: A Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing is a legal process that allows a business to reorganize its debts, restructure obligations, and continue operating while working toward financial stability. Under Chapter 11, a debtor typically proposes a plan to repay creditors over time, subject to court approval. A Chapter 11 filing does not necessarily mean a business is closing or going out of business. For additional information, readers are encouraged to contact the business directly.
Bowigens Beer Company LLC Files for Chapter 11
The company officially submitted its petition on September 2, 2026, to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida. Case records show that authorized representative Robert M. Bowen signed the petition prior to filing.
The records add that Bowigens Beer Company LLC is a small business debtor, which is moving ahead in the case using Subchapter V proceedings. This provision generally allows small businesses to manage their bankruptcies in a streamlined manner.
Case Related Details
Court records on PACER show that Bowigens Beer Company LLC submitted a list of creditors with the largest unsecured claims. These obligations are tied to SBA and business loans, personal loans, and financing arrangements, along with debts related to brewing and restaurant equipment.
Some unsecured creditors on the list include Fora Financial LLC, Fox Business Funding, Debra Peak, Headway Capital, Revenued LLC, and others.
The list of equity security holders shows that Robert M. Bowen has 35.13% membership interest in the company.
A summary of the Chapter 11 petition is provided here:
- Filing Date: September 2, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition
- Chapter: 11, Subchapter V
- Case Number: 6:26-bk-06860-GER
- Estimated Assets: Between $100,001 and $500,000
- Estimated Liabilities: Between $500,001 and $1 million
- Estimated Creditors: 1-49
About the Company
Bowigens Beer Company LLC produces a wide selection of craft beers, including stouts, IPAs, sours, lagers, and other creations. Founded in 2015, the company’s portfolio includes a range of award-winning beers, such as Avalon Park Amber, 407 Pils, Theogenes, and others.
The company website shows that it also operates a taproom in Avalon Park in Orlando. Beers are also available at retailers throughout Florida. The company’s brewing operations grew to Longwood in 2019. It increased the production capacity to over 2,000 barrels annually and added a canning line for packaged beer.
A Surge in Bankruptcy Filings by Craft Breweries
In recent months, there has been a rise in voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings by craft brewery companies.
Great Marsh Brewing Company submitted its petition on June 9, 2026. Court records showed that the brewery and taproom facility in North Shore aimed to readjust its finances. The facility made its filing after nearly seven years of operations.
On May 31, 2026, an independent craft brewery and taproom from Austin, Texas, moved toward bankruptcy. Case filings showed that the decade-old company faced a gap between its assets and liabilities. The company is known for its handcrafted beer range, which is brewed on the site.
An independent brewery business in Ohio filed for Chapter 11 on April 22, 2026. The petition showed that Lock 27 Brewing, LLC listed more than $2 million in unsecured creditor claims. The company has been offering a wide range of beers for almost 14 years.
Denton County Brewing Company commenced bankruptcy proceedings on April 3, 2026. Case records showed that the Denton-based company’s liabilities outweighed its assets. The locally owned establishment serves more than 25 original craft beers on tap.
New Jersey-based Brix City Brewing, LLC made its filing on February 5, 2026. Case records showed that the company had decided to move using the provisions of Subchapter V filing. The 10-year-old company took the step after closing its flagship location in Little Ferry.
Bowigens Beer Company LLC’s filing adds to this series, and its upcoming proceedings are expected to bring clarity about its financial footing
