Scotch Raises $20M Series A

Scotch Raises $20M Series A

Scotch, a Denver-based startup providing an AI-native operating system for liquor retailers, has secured $20 million in a Series A funding round. The company provides an all-in-one software ecosystem including point-of-sale systems, payment processing, and a back-office suite designed to navigate complex, state-by-state liquor industry regulations.

The round was led by VMG Partners, with participation from First Round Capital, Lerer Hippeau, and Toba Capital.

Scotch plans to use the new capital to scale its engineering and sales operations across the United States and to accelerate its product development efforts.

Founded in 2024 by Jake Bolling and Kevin Hodges, Scotch provides a specialized retail management platform that integrates AI into back-office workflows. The software is designed to automate inventory management, vendor relations, and regulatory compliance for liquor stores, ranging from boutique retailers to enterprise-level operations.

Funding Details

Company Website: https://scotchpos.com

Company: Scotch

Raised: $20M

Round: Series A

Funding Date: June 4, 2026

Lead Investor: VMG Partners

Additional Investors: First Round Capital, Lerer Hippeau, Toba Capital

Software Category: Retail Technology