U.S. online alcohol sales reached $6.1 billion in 2021 with more growth expected in 2022, according to a report based on exclusive industry data released this week by Rabobank. The “2022 Alcohol E-commerce Playbook” report focuses on the growth of alcohol e-commerce sales since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the reaction from consumers, retailers…
Non-Alcoholic, Low-Carb Beer
Coors Edge has replaced Coors NA in the brand’s portfolio in an effort to reach the growing number of drinkers looking for low- and no-alcohol offerings. At 0.5% ABV, it has the lowest calories and carbohydrates in its class. Coors Edge is double brewed, blending the taste profiles of two beers to produce similar flavors […]
Coke With Coffee Mocha Headed for Shelves Next Month
Coca‑Cola with Coffee Mocha hits shelves next month, joining the already available Dark Blend, Vanilla, Caramel and Vanilla Zero Sugar in the ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee aisle. Since launching in January 2021, the hybrid innovation has given consumers a refreshing reset to their daily routines with a pioneering proposition that “sips like a Coke and finishes like…
Sugar-Free Raspberry Lemonade Mountain Dew
MTN DEW released MTN DEW SPARK Zero Sugar. The new raspberry lemonade flavor with zero sugar is the latest addition to a growing list of MTN DEW sugar-free offerings. MTN DEW SPARK Zero Sugar follows MTN DEW SPARK, which was introduced a year ago and rolled out to convenience stores in limited quantities. Both MTN […]
Plant-Based Coffee Creamers
Chobani released its new plant-based coffee creamers, made with a blend of plant-based ingredients which are vegan-friendly; dairy- and lactose-free; and contain no artificial flavors, sweeteners or preservatives. Chobani Plant-Based Creamers are available in Sweet & Creamy, French Vanilla, Chocolate Hazelnut and Caramel Macchiato. Chobani also announced the launch of a fan-inspired and fan-picked coffee […]
Street Corner’s Post-Pandemic Reinvention
Street Corner may not be the new kid on the block — it first entered the market in the mid-1980s — but the chain’s reinvention post-pandemic positions it as a cutting-edge, modern c-store business. With a new CEO at the wheel, Street Corner recently debuted a revamped foodservice menu and is aggressively rolling out three…
GPM Investments Ready With Winter Deals
GPM Investments announced its winter season promotions, running through March 29, including winter deals that will help customers save on essentials for Super Bowl Sunday and Valentine’s Day, as well as extra savings for enrolled fas Rewards members. GPM’s winter deals make any one of its 18-banner family of stores a destination for customers looking…
Monster Beverage Dives Into the Alcohol Market
Monster Beverage Corp. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire craft beer and hard seltzer company CANarchy Craft Brewery Collective for $330 million in cash. The transaction will bring the Cigar City (Jai Alai IPA and Florida Man IPA), Oskar Blues (Dale’s Pale Ale and Wild Basin Hard Seltzer), Deep Ellum…
Margarita-Inspired Hard Seltzers
Truly Hard Seltzer announced the launch of its new Margarita Style Hard Seltzers. Putting Truly’s spin on the traditional margarita, the line features four new flavors, including Classic Lime, Strawberry Hibiscus, Watermelon Cucumber and Mango Chili. All will be available nationwide in the Margarita Style Mix Pack starting now and throughout January. These margarita-inspired flavors […]
How Much Space Should I Devote to Wine in My C-Store?
Wine can be a profitable category for convenience store retailers, depending on your market area, but only if it’s done right. Just adding a red and a white wine option isn’t likely to grow sales, especially today when customers’ palates are more sophisticated and they’re eager to taste test new flavors. If you only offer…