Poppi is a beverage company that produces flavored sparkling drinks designed to support digestive health. The beverages combine real fruit juice with apple cider vinegar and prebiotics, and are low in sugar and vegan-friendly, offered in a carbonated format. They are available in cans in flavors such as Strawberry Lemon, Cream Soda, Peach, Cherry Limeade, and Cola, with seasonal and limited editions appearing from time to time. The product line emphasizes gut health through a blend of probiotics and prebiotics, providing a convenient, plant-based option for health-conscious consumers. Poppi aims for simple, approachable flavors suitable for everyday occasions.
Celsius Holdings
Post in 2022
Celsius Holdings is a food and beverage company that develops, markets, distributes, and sells functional calorie-burning fitness beverages and related products. Its brands include Celsius Originals, Celsius Essentials with amino acids, and On-the-Go packets, and it has expanded by acquiring the Alani Nu energy drinks and snacks portfolio. The company emphasizes natural ingredients and a metabolism-enhancing formulation aimed at fitness and active-lifestyle consumers. It largely relies on third-party manufacturing, packaging, and distribution and markets its products through direct-store delivery networks and retailers as well as health clubs, gyms, the military, and e-commerce. Founded in 2004 and based in Boca Raton, Florida, Celsius serves primarily the North American market.
air up
Venture Round in 2021
air up GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing a unique drinking bottle system that allows users to enjoy flavored water through scent. The innovative design incorporates interchangeable ring-shaped pods that release scented air into the water. This scent is perceived by the brain as flavor through retronasal olfaction, enabling consumers to experience a variety of flavors without the use of added sugars or artificial ingredients. The company's approach provides a healthier alternative to traditional flavored beverages, appealing to those seeking refreshing hydration without compromising on taste.
air up GmbH, founded in 2018 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in manufacturing a unique drinking bottle system that allows users to enjoy flavored water through scent. The innovative design incorporates interchangeable ring-shaped pods that release scented air into the water. This scent is perceived by the brain as flavor through retronasal olfaction, enabling consumers to experience a variety of flavors without the use of added sugars or artificial ingredients. The company's approach provides a healthier alternative to traditional flavored beverages, appealing to those seeking refreshing hydration without compromising on taste.
Rockstar Energy Drink
Acquisition in 2020
Rockstar Energy Drink is designed for those who lead active lifestyles – from Athletes to Rock Stars. Available in over 20 amazing flavors at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries, Rockstar supports the Rockstar lifestyle across the globe through Action Sports, Motor Sports, and Live Music.
Pop corners
Acquisition in 2019
Pop corners is a food processing company that specializes in providing snacks and beverages. It processes nutritious foods using non-GMO verified corn from farmers that farm the right way.
The company was founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York, United States.
Pioneer Food Group
Acquisition in 2019
Pioneer Food Group Ltd is a prominent South African producer and distributor of a diverse range of food and beverage products for both human and animal consumption. Established in 1996 and based in Bellville, the company operates through three main divisions: Essential Foods, which manufactures wheat and maize products, pasta, and bakery goods; Groceries, which includes breakfast cereals, rusks, cake mixes, and various condiments; and an International segment that focuses on exporting products to over 80 countries. Pioneer Foods is known for its well-recognized brands, such as Weet-Bix, Liqui-Fruit, Ceres, Sasko, and Spekko. The company serves wholesale, retail, and informal trade customers in South Africa while also expanding its international presence, which contributes significantly to its operating profit. With a commitment to high-quality standards, Pioneer Food Group operates several world-class production facilities that cater to a wide array of consumer needs.
Wellspace (acquired by PepsiCo)
Acquisition in 2019
Wellspace is an e-commerce software platform that facilitates the direct purchase of food, beverage, and wellness products for B2B customers. Established in 2016 by Alison Cies and Henry Mori in New York, the company’s platform eliminates traditional retailers and third-party sellers, allowing manufacturers to retain a greater margin. By providing a marketplace that offers wholesale prices, Wellspace enables customers to access a wide range of products at fair and affordable rates. The company was acquired by PepsiCo in 2019, enhancing its reach and capabilities in the wellness product sector.
SodaStream
Acquisition in 2018
SodaStream manufactures home beverage carbonation systems that enable users to transform ordinary tap water into sparkling water and flavored beverages. Its products include sparkling water makers, reusable bottles, CO2 cylinders and refills, flavors, and related accessories, with distribution through direct sales, retailers, distributors, and online channels under the SodaStream brand (and historically Soda-Club). The company also markets water filtration products in select markets. It sells its products globally across the Americas, Western Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, and other areas. Founded in 1903, it is headquartered in Israel and has a long-standing presence in the home beverage category. The business has a legacy of offering convenience by reducing bottled beverage purchases and waste. As of 2018, SodaStream operated as a subsidiary of PepsiCo.
KeVita
Acquisition in 2016
KeVita, Inc. is a producer and marketer of coconut-based organic probiotic drinks, founded in 2009 and based in Oxnard, California. The company offers a variety of flavored beverages, including coconut, ginger lemon, pomegranate coconut, and green tea, crafted from organic fruit purees, coconut water, and tea, infused with digestion-enhancing probiotics. KeVita's products are designed to promote health and well-being, catering to consumers seeking low-calorie, certified organic, non-GMO, vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free options. The company has established partnerships with several retailers, including Earth Fare, Haggen Foods, and Bristol Farms, to broaden its market reach. As of December 31, 2016, KeVita operates as a subsidiary of Pepsico, Inc.
Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods
Acquisition in 2011
Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods is a food and beverage company that offers both traditional and value-added dairy products. The daily products that it produces are Domik v Dorevne, Vesely Molochnik, Chudo, Imunele, Bio Max and more. It also facilitates a number of juice brands such as J7, Lubimy Sad, 100% Gold, Wonder-Berry, and more; Essentuki mineral water; Rodniki Rossii natural water; Zdraivery kids' brand; and Agusha baby food.
Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods was acquired by PepsiCo in October 2011.
Wimm-Bill-Dann Foods has manufacturing facilities in Russia, Ukraine, and Central Asia. It was founded by Gavril Yushvaev in 1992.
The Pepsi Bottling Group
Acquisition in 2010
The Pepsi Bottling Group is operates in the carbonated soft drinks and other ready-to-drink beverages industry. The company manufactures, sells, and distributes Pepsi-cola beverages.
Pepsi Bottling Group
Acquisition in 2009
The Pepsi Bottling Group, Inc. was the world's largest bottler of Pepsi-Cola beverages. PBG sales of Pepsi-Cola beverages accounted for more than one-half of the Pepsi-Cola beverages sold in the United States and Canada and about 40 percent worldwide. PBG had the exclusive right to manufacture, sell and distribute Pepsi-Cola beverages in all or a portion of 43 states, the District of Columbia, nine Canadian provinces, Spain, Greece, Russia, Turkey and Mexico. Approximately 70 percent of PBG's volume was sold in the United States and Canada. Pepsi Bottling Group was based in Somers, New York.
On August 4, 2009, The Pepsi Bottling Group and another major Pepsi bottler, PepsiAmericas, were purchased by PepsiCo, headquartered in Purchase, New York. The purchases were completed on February 26, 2010, forming a wholly owned PepsiCo subsidiary, the Pepsi Beverages Company (PBC).
PepsiAmericas
Acquisition in 2009
PepsiAmericas, Inc. was the world's second-largest bottler of Pepsi-Cola products, and also contracted to produce beverages for Dr Pepper Snapple Group and smaller regional brands. PepsiAmericas had 19 bottling plants in the United States and had a presence in 11 countries in Central/Eastern Europe and 5 countries in the Caribbean. PepsiAmericas was based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. PepsiCo, Inc. held a 41.1% stake in the company.
On April 20, 2009, PepsiCo offered to buy the remaining portion of PepsiAmericas it did not currently own, at an offer of $23.27 per share (or $11.64 in cash in addition to 0.223 PepsiCo shares, in exchange for each PepsiAmericas share). After facing regulatory review, PepsiCo's acquisitions of PepsiAmericas and another major Pepsi bottler, the Pepsi Bottling Group, were completed on February 26, 2010, forming a new, wholly owned subsidiary, the Pepsi Beverages Company.
V Water
Acquisition in 2008
V Water is a one-of-a-kind vitamin drink that’s sweeping the nation. Made with zero sugar and bursting with essential vitamins and minerals There are no artificial colours, flavours, sweeteners or preservatives and it comes in six tasty flavours. We use a natural extract from the leaves of the Stevia plant to provide a sweetness to go with each refreshing sip.
Lebedyansky
Acquisition in 2008
Lebedyansky is a leading natural juice producer in Eastern Europe and a major player in the Russian baby-food market. The company operates three production facilities: the Lebedyansky production and storage complex in Lebedyan, Lipetsk region; the Progress plant for juices, concentrates and mineral water bottling in Lipetsk; and the TROYA-Ultra juices plant in Saint Petersburg.
IZZE Beverage
Acquisition in 2006
The IZZE Beverage Company, founded in 2002 by two friends, specializes in the manufacture and marketing of fruit juice beverages. Committed to producing distinctive natural drinks, the company also emphasizes social responsibility through its IZZE Project Reach program, which supports educational development for farm workers and their families in the communities where it sources its fruit. In addition to its beverage offerings, IZZE provides a variety of apparel, accessories, and glassware through its online store, further engaging with its customer base.
Quaker Oats
Acquisition in 2000
Quaker Oats Company, based in Chicago, is an American manufacturer known for its oatmeal and a diverse array of food and beverage products. Established in 1901 and trademarked since 1877, the company offers a wide range of items including hot and cold cereals, snack bars, cookies, rice snacks, breakfast shakes, muffins, yogurt, granola bites, oatmeal pancake mixes, and tortilla mixes. In 2001, Quaker Oats was acquired by PepsiCo, Inc. and subsequently rebranded as Quaker Foods and Beverages. The company's long-standing reputation is anchored in its commitment to quality and innovation in the food industry.
South Beach Beverage Company
Acquisition in 2000
South Beach Beverage Company develops non-alcoholic, non-carbonated beverages under the SoBe brand for health-conscious and trend-driven consumers. Its product portfolio includes fruit-infused drinks, teas, fruit-juice blends, beverages with herbal extracts, and flavored waters, with a focus on exotic flavor combinations and added vitamins and herbal ingredients. Founded in 1996 and inspired by the South Beach scene, the company emphasizes flavor experimentation across teas, enhanced waters, and elixirs.
Tropicana Beverage Group
Acquisition in 1998
Tropicana Products, Inc. is an American multinational company which primarily makes fruit-based beverages.