NYC Beer Delivery Workers End Strike After Reaching Agreement

NEW YORK CITY — Six hundred unionized workers of Manhattan Beer & Beverage Distributors ended their strike on Thursday after reaching an agreement on a new contract with improved pensions, officials said.

The beer delivery workers had been on strike since Monday in an effort to get a better contract that protects their pensions and retirement security.

"We're pleased to announce we've reached an agreement and the strike is over," Manhattan Beer Distributors said in a statement.

The tentative agreement will have to be ratified by members, but is expected to pass.

The workers are members of the Laundry, Distribution, and Food Service Joint Board, Workers United/SEIU (LDFS Union).

Businesses throughout New York City, Long Island, Westchester and surrounding counties in New York State were affected by the strike.

Workers stock products, prepare orders, and deliver and distribute popular beer brands like Corona, Coors, and Modelo as well as wine, ciders, and other beverage products