How can convenience stores grow their beer sales in 2023, or for that matter, any year? Step one is knowing what consumers want to drink. Analyzing recent sales data for your stores as well as nationally can help you zero in on trends impacting the category. For example, recent Circana sales data shows non-alcoholic beer,…
Seasonal Summer-Themed Beer
Embracing the positive feedback of last year’s release, Allagash will re-release the summer seasonal Seconds to Summer in a 12-pack format with 12-ounce cans, rolling out between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The beer is brewed with traditional hops from the Czech Republic and fermented with Belgian yeast for a crisp, refreshingly hoppy flavor. The […]
Spicy & Sweet: Snack and Beverage Taste Test
Erin Del Conte, editor-in-chief of CStore Decisions, taste tests Chipoys rolled tortilla chips in Spicy Ranch, Original, Fire Red Hot and Chile Limon; and Reign Storm Clean Energy in Peach Nectarine, Valencia Orange, Kiwi Blend and Harvest Grape.
Summertime Beverages
CStore Decisions’ Senior Editor Emmy Boes tries three different beverages that customers may find appealing during the warmer months. These are Javi’s Ranch Water Grapefruit, Zonin Coastal Lemon Spritz and BioSteel Cherry Lime.
May Taste Test
Zhane Isom, associate editor of CStore Decisions, tries Old Trapper peppered beef jerky, Vizzy Orange Cream Pop hard seltzer and MTN DEW Summer Freeze zero sugar.
Should Convenience Store Operators Sell Canned Wine in Their Stores?
Should convenience store operators sell canned wines in their stores? The wine-drinking public has spoken on the question of cans, and their answer is yes. After almost two decades on the market, canned wine is no longer a new phenomenon, but has gained widespread consumer acceptance. Research and development among winemakers has honed processes to…
Lime and Watermelon-Flavored RTD Margaritas
Monaco Cocktails announced a new line of ready-to-drink Margaritas. Expanding upon the brand’s popular tequila portfolio, the line includes two distinct flavor profiles: Lime and Watermelon, with Classic and Spicy varieties for each. At 9% ABV, the beverage contains zero carbonation, malt or gluten. Monaco Margaritas is welcomed amongst the brand’s line of vodka-based Hard […]
Is Inflation Impacting Beer Sales?
Inflation isn’t going anywhere any time soon. But what is it doing to beer sales? Officials at the Federal Reserve are projecting that inflation as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures index should remain in the neighborhood of 3.5% for the near term, and well above 2% for at least the rest of 2023. The…
Breakfast Waffle Sandwich
Nordic Waffles has unveiled its latest addition, the Berries and Cream Waffle Sandwich. This mouthwatering combination of Nordic Waffles soft, thin waffle mix of strawberries, raspberries and Norwegian vanilla cream is set to captivate taste buds and redefine breakfast indulgence. The sweetness of the berries, bursting with freshness, harmonized beautifully with the indulgent cream, creates […]
Low-Calorie Light Beer
Modelo has announced the launch of its latest product innovation, Modelo Oro. Modelo Oro is a time-crafted beer that seals in the golden flavor of Modelo to deliver an exceptionally smooth, elevated light beer with a crisp, clean finish. Modelo Oro is: Brewed for those looking for a light option without sacrificing the traditional Modelo […]