Central States is a professional beer distribution company servicing world class beer brands in the states of Missouri & Kansas. General Information: High Life Sales Company now doing business as Central States Beverage Company was founded as a distributor of alcoholic beverages on May 28th 1932 by signing an agreement with Miller Brewing Company to be the distributor for the Miller Brewing Company brands in Kansas City, Mo. Since 1932, our organization has made it through prohibition, the repeal of prohibition and just about any other challenge you can imagine since our inception. Central States Beverage Company and its employees will distribute, promote and merchandise the finest beverages to licensed Missouri and Kansas retailers for the ultimate consumer to enjoy each day at a fair price and to provide impeccable service which our retailers have come to expect from us since 1932. We will promote awareness in the handling of our products and be involved in our community each and every day. Central States Beverage Company will be the complete beverage supplier to all licensed retailers in our market area.