Scotch

About Scotch

Scotch develops a comprehensive retail management software platform specifically designed to improve operational efficiency for liquor stores. The company provides an all-in-one operating system that includes a point-of-sale (POS) system, back-office management, payment processing, and e-commerce capabilities. This integrated solution replaces outdated, patchwork systems, allowing liquor retailers to manage transactions, automate inventory, track stock levels, and handle online sales from a single platform. Key features include AI-powered inventory recommendations based on local demand, automated order processing, real-time analytics dashboards, and compliance tools like ID scanning. The platform is engineered to save retailers time on manual tasks, increase profit margins through data-driven insights, and process transactions quickly with competitive fees, even offering an offline mode to ensure continuous operation.

Founded in 2024 by Jake Bolling and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Scotch was created to address the technological shortcomings in the beverage alcohol industry. Bolling identified the market gap during his time at his previous company, Skupos, a technology provider for convenience stores, where he recognized that liquor retailers faced even greater complexities and were underserved by existing generic or antiquated software. The founding team includes executives with experience from companies like Drizly, Toast, and Skupos. In October 2025, Scotch announced a $10 million seed funding round led by First Round Capital, with participation from Lerer Hippeau, Toba Capital, Watchfire Ventures, and strategic industry leaders. The business model targets liquor retailers of all sizes, from small neighborhood stores to large warehouses, and generates revenue through its integrated hardware, software, and payment processing services.