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American beverage company

Arizona Beverage Company, also known as AriZona Beverages USA, is an American producer of various beverages based in Woodbury, New York. The company is best known for its iced tea products, but it also produces energy drinks, sports drinks, and snack foods.

History

Arizona Beverage Company was founded in 1992 by Don Vultaggio and John Ferolito in Brooklyn, New York. The company initially focused on producing beer and malt liquor, but soon shifted its focus to non-alcoholic beverages, particularly iced tea. The founders were inspired by the success of Snapple, another popular beverage brand, and sought to create a product that would stand out in the market.

The company's first product was a lemon-flavored iced tea, which quickly gained popularity due to its unique packaging and affordable price. Arizona's distinctive tall cans and vibrant designs helped the brand establish a strong presence in the beverage industry.

Products

Arizona Beverage Company offers a wide range of products, including:

Iced Tea: Arizona's iced tea line includes a variety of flavors such as lemon, peach, green tea, and sweet tea. The company is known for its use of natural ingredients and lack of artificial preservatives.

Energy Drinks: Arizona produces several energy drinks under the "Rx Energy" brand, which are marketed as herbal tonics.

Sports Drinks: The "Arizona Sports" line includes drinks designed to replenish electrolytes and provide hydration for athletes.

Snack Foods: In addition to beverages, Arizona also offers a selection of snack foods, including chips and popcorn.

Marketing and Branding

Arizona Beverage Company is known for its distinctive branding and marketing strategies. The company's products are easily recognizable due to their colorful packaging and large, 23-ounce cans. Arizona has maintained a consistent price point of 99 cents for its iced tea products, which has contributed to its popularity among consumers.

The brand's marketing often emphasizes its "Made in America" heritage and commitment to quality ingredients. Arizona has also engaged in various promotional campaigns and collaborations with artists and designers to create limited-edition packaging.

Corporate Structure

Arizona Beverage Company remains a privately held company, with Don Vultaggio serving as the chairman. The company has expanded its operations beyond the United States and now distributes its products internationally.

Controversies

Over the years, Arizona Beverage Company has faced several legal challenges and controversies. These have included disputes over the use of the "Arizona" name and allegations of misleading advertising. Despite these challenges, the company has continued to grow and maintain a strong presence in the beverage market.

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-== Arizona Beverage Company ==
+{{Short description|American beverage company}}
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-{{Infobox company
+'''Arizona Beverage Company''', also known as '''AriZona Beverages USA''', is an American producer of various [[beverages]] based in [[Woodbury, New York]]. The company is best known for its [[iced tea]] products, but it also produces [[energy drinks]], [[sports drinks]], and [[snack food]]s.
-| name = Arizona Beverage Company
-| logo =
-| type = Private
-| industry = Beverage
-| founded = 1992
-| founder = Don Vultaggio and John Ferolito
-| headquarters = Woodbury, New York, United States
-| key_people = Don Vultaggio (Chairman and CEO)
-| products = Iced tea, energy drinks, juice drinks, lemonades
-| revenue = $3 billion (2019)
-| num_employees = 1,500 (2019)
-}}
-The '''Arizona Beverage Company''' is a privately-owned beverage company based in Woodbury, New York, United States. It was founded in 1992 by Don Vultaggio and John Ferolito. The company is known for its wide range of beverages, including iced tea, energy drinks, juice drinks, and lemonades.
+==History==
+Arizona Beverage Company was founded in 1992 by Don Vultaggio and John Ferolito in [[Brooklyn, New York]]. The company initially focused on producing [[beer]] and [[malt liquor]], but soon shifted its focus to non-alcoholic beverages, particularly iced tea. The founders were inspired by the success of [[Snapple]], another popular beverage brand, and sought to create a product that would stand out in the market.
-== History ==
+The company's first product was a [[lemon]]-flavored iced tea, which quickly gained popularity due to its unique packaging and affordable price. Arizona's distinctive tall cans and vibrant designs helped the brand establish a strong presence in the beverage industry.
-The Arizona Beverage Company was established in 1992 by Don Vultaggio and John Ferolito. The company started with a small line of iced teas, which quickly gained popularity due to their unique flavors and affordable prices. Over the years, the company expanded its product offerings to include energy drinks, juice drinks, and lemonades.
+==Products==
+Arizona Beverage Company offers a wide range of products, including:
-In 2019, the company reported a revenue of $3 billion and employed approximately 1,500 people.
+* '''Iced Tea''': Arizona's iced tea line includes a variety of flavors such as [[lemon]], [[peach]], [[green tea]], and [[sweet tea]]. The company is known for its use of natural ingredients and lack of artificial preservatives.
-== Products ==
+* '''Energy Drinks''': Arizona produces several energy drinks under the "Rx Energy" brand, which are marketed as herbal tonics.
-The Arizona Beverage Company offers a diverse range of beverages to cater to different consumer preferences. Some of their popular products include:
+* '''Sports Drinks''': The "Arizona Sports" line includes drinks designed to replenish electrolytes and provide hydration for athletes.
-* [[Iced tea]]: Arizona is well-known for its iced tea, which comes in various flavors such as green tea, sweet tea, and fruit-flavored teas.
+* '''Snack Foods''': In addition to beverages, Arizona also offers a selection of snack foods, including chips and [[popcorn]].
-* [[Energy drinks]]: The company produces energy drinks that provide a boost of energy and are available in different flavors and formulations.
+==Marketing and Branding==
+Arizona Beverage Company is known for its distinctive branding and marketing strategies. The company's products are easily recognizable due to their colorful packaging and large, 23-ounce cans. Arizona has maintained a consistent price point of 99 cents for its iced tea products, which has contributed to its popularity among consumers.
-* [[Juice drinks]]: Arizona offers a variety of juice drinks made from real fruit juices, including apple, orange, and cranberry.
+The brand's marketing often emphasizes its "Made in America" heritage and commitment to quality ingredients. Arizona has also engaged in various promotional campaigns and collaborations with artists and designers to create limited-edition packaging.
-* [[Lemonades]]: The company also produces refreshing lemonades in different flavors, such as traditional lemonade, strawberry lemonade, and raspberry lemonade.
+==Corporate Structure==
+Arizona Beverage Company remains a privately held company, with Don Vultaggio serving as the chairman. The company has expanded its operations beyond the United States and now distributes its products internationally.
-== Recognition and Awards ==
+==Controversies==
+Over the years, Arizona Beverage Company has faced several legal challenges and controversies. These have included disputes over the use of the "Arizona" name and allegations of misleading advertising. Despite these challenges, the company has continued to grow and maintain a strong presence in the beverage market.
-The Arizona Beverage Company has received several accolades for its products and business practices. Some notable recognition includes:
+==Related pages==
+* [[Snapple]]
+* [[Iced tea]]
+* [[Energy drink]]
+* [[Sports drink]]
-* Winner of the Beverage World Global Packaging Design Awards in 2018 for its innovative packaging designs.
+==Gallery==
+<gallery>
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+</gallery>
-* Recipient of the Best Ready-to-Drink Tea award at the World Tea Expo in 2017.
+[[Category:Drink companies of the United States]]
+[[Category:Companies based in New York (state)]]
-* Named one of the Top 100 Beverage Companies by Beverage Industry Magazine in multiple years.
+[[Category:Food and drink companies established in 1992]]
+[[Category:American brands]]
-== References ==
-{{Reflist}}
-[[Category:Beverage companies of the United States]]
-[[Category:Companies established in 1992]]
-[[Category:Woodbury, New York]]