Stamford, Connecticut-based U.S. Beverage, LLC (USB) announced that it has signed a marketing and sales agreement with Brody’s Crafted Cocktails, the female-founded craft cocktail company, to continue to fuel national expansion of the New Jersey-based company’s award-winning portfolio of ready-to-serve cocktails.
Poised to begin its 28th year of operations, U.S. Beverage focuses on building its portfolio of recognized craft, import, and ready to drink/serve brands through its national network of distributors.
Brody’s premium all-natural spirit-based cocktails, meticulously crafted in both classic and imaginative flavors, offer a simple yet delicious solution for those seeking sophisticated sips without the intricate preparation. The innovative blends are expertly crafted to elevate any occasion, allowing consumers to simply uncork, pour over ice, serve and enjoy mixology-level cocktails in the comfort of their own home or on the go.
“Spirit-based ready to serve cocktails have been the highlight of the spirits industry in the last year as the only major category to see growth in both volume and value, and the segment is expected to grow 12% through 2027,” said Cristy Neunson, co-founder of Brody’s. “Consumer enthusiasm for our cocktails is continuing to drive our expansion plans, and US Beverage’s expertise in the c-store and grocery channels made them an ideal partner to help us meet this demand.”
“The Ready to Serve category is one of the most dynamic segments in the spirits industry today and Brody’s Crafted Cocktails – with their delicious cocktail options and convenient 375ml size – is exactly what consumers are looking for in an elevated at-home cocktail experience,” said Justin Fisch, president & CEO, U.S. Beverage. ”Brody’s Crafted Cocktails are an exciting addition to our portfolio, and we look forward to a long partnership together.”
The Brody’s Crafted Cocktail portfolio, which are available in 375ml glass bottles (SRP $15.99), includes:
- Air Mail (A refreshing take on the classic Cuban cocktail combines rum, lime, honey and bitters) 20% ABV
- Black Orchid (A complex, yet balanced blend of vodka, lemon, orange, black raspberry and violet) 16% ABV
- Classic Mai Tai (A zesty and rich version on the classic cocktail blend rum, lime, toasted almond, pineapple and mint) 24% ABV
- French 75 (Gin, lemon, cucumber and star anise bitters combine to make a sophisticated version of this classic gin cocktail) 18% ABV
- Leading Role (A rich blend of bourbon, lime, blood orange, black raspberry and bitters) 21% ABV
- Minted Mule (Fresh mint brings a new twist to this classic blend of vodka, lime and ginger) 25% ABV
- Peach Cosmo (A southern twist to this bright and tangy blend of vodka, Georgia white peach, blood orange and cranberry) 23% ABV
- Touch of Grey (A unique cocktail inspired by flavors of Earl Grey tea blended with vodka, lemon, black raspberry and honey) 17% ABV