Mott’s quality applesauce starts with whole, fresh apples sourced from North American growers. Mott’s primarily sources its apples from multi-generational, family-owned farms in upstate New York, as that region has an ideal climate for producing crisp, flavorful apples. The Company’s Williamson, New York production facility exclusively produces Mott’s applesauce and juice, and recently announced the addition of new production lines dedicated to new pouch packaging innovation, creating 50 new jobs in the community.

Mott’s continues to introduce even more options for today’s wellness-conscious consumers and families that are on the lookout for snacks that check three crucial boxes: ones that are nutritious, delicious and easy to pack. The brand’s classic Mott’s No Sugar Added Applesauce is made with just two ingredients—apples and vitamin C — and has 38% less sugar than the other no sugar added leading brand pouch (that’s 8g of sugar compared to their 13g!).

Recognizing the growing popularity of pouches, Mott’s has launched a crisp new marketing campaign that focuses on digital and social media. Playful characters emphasize the convenience of Mott’s No Sugar Added Applesauce and highlight how the brand perfectly aligns with the back-to-school – and all year round — snacking season.

[1] Source: Circana – MULO+C Calendar Year 2023

[2] (Mintel – Snacking Motivations & Attitudes, 2024)

Now, 7UP—the original lemon-lime soda—is bringing a ready-to-drink version of the beloved classic beverage to retail shelves nationwide this month, for a limited time only and just in time for the holiday season. 7Up Shirley Temple is crafted by the flavor experts at Keurig Dr Pepper, who created a perfect blend of 7UP’s signature citrusy sparkle highlighted by vibrant notes of pomegranate and cherry.

“Our team loves the challenge of developing and marketing a beverage that evokes a deep sense of nostalgia with a modern twist, and the 7UP Shirley Temple does just that,” said Andrew Springate, Chief Marketing Officer at KDP. “Consumers will be delighted by this sweet reminder of the magic of childhood with a contemporary burst of flavorful refreshment.”

7UP Shirley Temple will be available from Oct. 15 until Dec. 31 at mass and grocery retailers nationwide in the U.S., while supplies last. It will be sold in two-liter bottles and 12 packs of 12-ounce cans. Additionally, a Zero Sugar version of the drink will be available in 12 packs of 12-ounce cans. Whether you’re reconnecting with a familiar favorite or starting a new tradition, the 7UP Shirley Temple promises to bring a little extra sparkle to every glass and every gathering this festive season.

Expert panelists from the coffee industry included Monique Oxender, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at KDP; Dina Esposito, Assistant to the Administrator for the Bureau for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security at USAID; Willy Foote, Founder & CEO of Root Capital; James McLaughlin, Chair of the Board at World Coffee Research and CEO of Intelligentsia Coffee; and moderator Kavita Prakash-Mani, Founder of Dragonfly Advisory. 

The discussion centered on how climate change and economic uncertainty for smallholder farmers are impacting coffee, from farm to cup, and how unique, long-term investments, programs and partnerships can help to preserve the future of coffee and drive meaningful impact at scale. Key takeaways included: 

• The importance of maintaining a “farmer-first” approach. Smallholder farmers are the solutions-providers who should be at the forefront of the regenerative future of coffee. Too often, they’re excluded from the conversation and – critically – from the resourcing and financing available for climate adaptation. 

• There is power in convening the right partners over the long-term. We all must identify our unique assets and capabilities and harness the power of collective action – and then remain steadfast and patient in our commitments as the returns can only be delivered over the long term.  

• Innovative financing is an essential enabler of impact. With access to the right capital, technology and data, farmers will be much better equipped to adapt to the changing climate. This offers a pathway towards de-risking the transition to a climate-smart and resilient coffee future for one another and for farmers. 

• Agriculture research is a critical and underfunded solution. Collectively, we are advocating for more funding to research and distribute improved, climate-resilient coffee varietals that can thrive in different geographic regions. This is important because it protects the plant’s biodiversity and generates the unique flavor profiles that consumers want. 

Preceding the panel discussion, attendees enjoyed a lively networking session while sipping Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Nantucket Blend® Coffee and Intelligentsia Kenya Konyu AB Coffee. 

To learn more about our commitments to preserve the future of coffee, you can read more here. 

Once construction is complete, the state-of-the-art beverage production facility will be powered with 100% renewable electricity and will minimize overall energy consumption. This will enable the facility to reduce approximately 1,600 metric tons of carbon emissions annually, contributing to KDP’s 2030 climate commitments to obtain 100% of electricity from renewable sources and reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 30%.

This project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland.

Minister for Enterprise Trade & Employment Peter Burke TD said, “The announcement today that Keurig Dr Pepper plans to invest €6.44 million in its Newbridge facility is exceptionally welcome news. The plans, including a state-of-the-art facility powered with 100% renewable electricity and reduced carbon emissions, are very much in line with the Climate Action Plan. Introducing these initiatives will help in meeting our targets and go towards protecting our environmental future, both locally and globally.”

Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation Dara Calleary said, “It has been my pleasure to meet with David Lainchbury and the team at Keurig Dr Pepper in Newbridge and hear about their plans to invest over €6 million in their beverage production International Operations hub. I commend all efforts to reduce carbon emissions and the steps made towards a sustainable future for all. Thanks to Keurig Dr Pepper for both their continued investment in Ireland and championing investments in sustainability.”

Opened in 2022, the Newbridge facility is home to more than 100 employees that manufacture beverage concentrates for some of KDP’s biggest brands including Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, 7UP, Big Red and Sunkist. In 2023, the facility obtained ISO 14001 certification by adhering to the internationally recognized standard for environmental management.

“We are thrilled to make this green capital investment in our International Operations hub,” said David Lainchbury, Chief Procurement Officer & SVP of International Operations at KDP Ireland. “We recognize that we have a key role to play in this local community, and this investment helps us build economic and environmental resilience in Newbridge and beyond.”

IDA CEO Michael Lohan said, “Ireland is delighted to support Keurig Dr Pepper’s sustainable energy journey. This investment aligns with IDA Ireland’s goals and the Irish Government’s White Paper on Enterprise 2022-2030, which prioritizes decarbonization. By removing all fossil fuel use at KDP Ireland’s Kildare site, this project will not only meet but exceed the carbon reduction targets in the National Climate Action Plan. I wish KDP Ireland every success with this groundbreaking initiative.”

Installation of the infrastructure upgrades will begin later in 2024 with a construction period of approximately one year.

Our powerhouse brands, including Dr Pepper® and Canada Dry® lead the charge in total dollar sales – and we’ve left them out of this data so that we could look deeper into our brands. Further exploration of our portfolio through our Product Development Index (PDI) reveals the regions in which our brands forge the strongest connections with our consumers. PDI compares a product’s sales in a particular area to that area’s share of the U.S. population. Essentially, it shows where brands overperform their averages, showcasing how preferences vary by region.

Check out these interesting takeaways:

• Westerners like to indulge in Clamato® and 7UP®
• Those in the Great Lakes can’t get enough of Vernor’s® and Squirt®
• A&W® is a fan favorite in the Plains
• Green Mountain Coffee Roasters® and Caribou Coffee® perform best in the regions in which they originated

We take immense pride in the depth and breadth of our portfolio, spanning numerous product categories. Whether it’s beloved classics or exciting innovations, each product within our portfolio is meticulously crafted to deliver an exceptional experience.

Circana, Latest 52 Week Period Ending 03-24-24, Top 5 KDP Brands by Product Development Index with > $10M in sales for the region.

Hip-hop legend Ghostface Killah – founding member of the iconic hip-hop collective the Wu-Tang Clan and award-winning solo artist – is taking his signature flow from the mic to the mug with the launch of two signature coffee blends from his eponymous Killah Koffee to the Keurig® K-Cup® pod system for the first time.

Ghostface launched Killah Koffee in 2021, introducing six smooth blends crafted using 100% Arabica beans and considered reminiscent of Ghostface’s smooth style.  Starting today, fans can enjoy Shaolin Cannoli, a medium roast with the flavors of freshly baked cookies and sweet vanilla, and Supreme Dark Roast, a robust roast with a little smoke but no bitterness, brewed to perfection at home through a Keurig brewer.

“Killah Koffee is more than just a product; it’s an extension of my life experiences,” said Ghostface. “In my travels around the world, I have celebrated the music and shared a passion for a good cup of coffee with fans and through this new partnership with Keurig we are creating an opportunity to make more memories with an even greater audience.” Both varieties of Killah Koffee K-Cup pods are now available in 10-count boxes on Keurig.com.

Today, Keurig^® unveiled its “coolest” innovation yet aimed at meeting the evolving needs of coffee lovers – the all-new K-Brew+Chill brewer featuring Quick Chill Technology. The coffee maker delivers the coldest coffee from Keurig to date — 100 degrees cooler than current Brew Over Ice technology. In addition to the cold option, the brewer also delivers a hot cup of coffee using any K-Cup® pod.

Here are five “cool” facts about the development and functionality of the new brewer:

How Cold is Cold

Keurig engaged with thousands of people across the country and gathered their feedback through detailed surveys, conversations and trial.  As part of our research, we visited many coffee shops nationwide and ordered iced coffee without the ice to find out the average temperature. We discovered that around 60 degrees was the perfect threshold to aim for.

The Right Size and Specs

Keurig also explored how long a consumer expected to wait for iced coffee on demand. Our development team ran consumers through experiments with brew times, before uncovering that the sweet spot was three minutes or less. In addition, testers indicated that they wanted the flexibility to brew both hot and cold and they didn’t want multiple products on their countertop – so we needed to deliver a multi-function brewer that could fit into an attractive space footprint while remaining affordable.

Breaking the Ice on a New Project

In early 2023, an internal ‘hackathon’ was conducted in Keurig’s co-headquarters in Burlington, Mass. to solve for a more optimized iced coffee experience from a Keurig brewer that delivered on the insights around temperature, time, and space. A group of Keurig engineers were divided into three teams to brainstorm proposed solutions. Each team created a team name and the winning team’s name was the codename for the internal project – “Cool Beans” – that took the concept to reality.

The Chill Zone

Keurig unlocked a breakthrough innovation with a patent-pending cooling system that uses aluminum coils to transfer fresh brewed hot coffee through a water-based thermoelectric cooled ‘chamber.’ If a user selects the option for a cold coffee, K-Brew+Chill first brews hot through a K-Cup pod. Then the hot coffee travels to the cooler chamber, which flash chills the coffee to a sub-60-degree temperature before dispensing it to the cup.

Cold at Home is Currency…and More

Recent data indicates that 70% of coffee shop purchases are cold and 73% of Gen Z consumers bought cold coffee away from home recently.  By brewing at home, consumers can make up to five iced coffees for the price of one at the coffee shop. Brewing cold at home also isn’t just limited to coffee. Keurig offers a wide range of K-Cup pods that deliver on trends at the coffee shop, including the recently launched The Original Donut Shop ICED Refreshers, a fruit-forward, café-quality blend of refreshing flavors including Pineapple Passionfruit and Strawberry Acai.

The K-Brew+Chill represents a significant leap forward for Keurig, merging innovation with consumer preferences to deliver an unparalleled iced coffee experience. By addressing the demand for a colder beverage and faster brew time while maintaining affordability and versatility, Keurig not only enhances at-home coffee enjoyment but also aligns with evolving trends in the coffee market.

“Kahawa” means “coffee” in Swahili, the primary language spoken in Kenya, and 1893 is when the story of African coffee began. Today, Kahawa 1893 Coffee is available in K-Cup® pods, bringing the taste of Africa to coffee drinkers everywhere.

The Story of Kahawa 1893  

Growing up on a coffee farm, Nyamumbo observed that women supply 90% of coffee production labor but often see little or no financial gain. She went on to study abroad in the U.S. before starting a career on Wall Street, but never stopped thinking about ways to help the women farmers she grew up with.

Nyamumbo founded Kahawa 1893 to share exquisite African coffee with the world and support women farmers through her tipping and scholarship programs.

The company also partners with co-operatives in Kenya, Rwanda and Congo, from which they source beans used in their blends, to further help those that make the coffee trade possible.

Discover Your New Favorite Coffee

At Keurig Dr Pepper, we value our ability to introduce specialty coffee brands to a wider audience and are committed to providing coffee lovers with new blends that suit their taste and convenience needs.

Indulge your tastebuds with two of Kahawa 1893’s best-selling blends, now available at the push of a button:

• Safari Blend
  • “Safari” means “Journey” in Swahili. Explore a wonderfully balanced medium roast with notes of caramel and milk chocolate, designed to showcase the sweetness and lively fruit flavors that characterize African coffees.

• Serengeti Blend
  • Named for the world-famous Serengeti grasslands in East Africa, this full-bodied dark roast blend has notes of chocolate and molasses. Bold without bitterness, it’s designed to play well with milk or cream but is just as delicious on its own. 

To learn more about this innovative brand, visit Kahawa1893.com.

“The new look is vibrant and energetic to better reflect the uplifting experience of sipping a 7UP while the fruit cues and bubbly effervescence burst off the package, introducing the familiar craving for the crisp, clean lemon-lime flavor of 7UP that consumers have loved for nearly a century,” says Allison Kapp, Senior Brand Manager, 7UP. The 7UP Zero Sugar varieties also feature a shift, incorporating a dense color pallet with hints of black that are important shopping cues for Zero Sugar category consumers.

7UP is a trademark of Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. © 2024 Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc.

"We recently elevated Drink Well. Do Good., our longstanding corporate responsibility approach, to be KDP’s company purpose. Our purpose plays a critical role in guiding how we go about delivering positive impact for our stakeholders through our strategic framework and business priorities," said Tim Cofer, Chief Executive Officer. "This year’s report highlights bold actions and strong partnerships to advance our multi-year agenda."

Notable progress from KDP’s 2023 Corporate Responsibility report includes:

• Reducing Emissions: KDP continues to make significant progress on its 2030 goals to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 30% and Scope 3 emissions in select categories by 15% compared to 2018. For 2023, the Company reports a 21% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 12% reduction in Scope 3 emissions in select categories, driven by actions such as renewable electricity purchases and advancing fleet electrification with 18 electric vehicles deployed in Canada.
• Advancing a Circular Economy: KDP remains committed to reducing its virgin plastic use by 20% by 2025, achieved in part by incorporating more post-consumer recycled content across its packaging portfolio. In 2023, the Company achieved a 15% virgin plastic reduction compared to 2019 and incorporated 27% post-consumer recycled content in its packaging portfolio, including continued conversion of Bai and Core Hydration+ products to 100% recycled plastic bottles¹.
• Building Sustainable Supply Chains: KDP made progress on its 2030 goal to support regenerative agriculture and conservation practices on 250,000 acres of land by reaching more than 43,000 acres of land in 2023 and, for the first time, reported acreage from its apple supply chain on behalf of the Mott’s® brand. Furthermore, the Company reported that it responsibly sourced 100% of its coffee and cocoa in 2023².
• Delivering Positive Hydration Products: KDP remains on track to provide positive hydration in 60% of its products by 2025. In 2023, the Company’s investments in innovation, renovation and partnerships resulted in 59% of its portfolio providing positive hydration, an increase from 57% at year-end 2022. In addition, the Company continued to expand the distribution of better-for-you offerings to new and varied markets to reach a diverse mix of consumers through activities including local in-store marketing and merchandising collaborations.
• Investing in People and Communities: KDP supported community engagement through partnerships and employee volunteerism, including activation of its multi-year community impact partnership with the Red Cross. The Company also made notable progress toward its 2025 goals to increase diverse representation with women and people of color in director and above positions through attraction, retention and development efforts.

"Keurig Dr Pepper’s corporate responsibility commitments and progress are deeply intertwined with policy progression and partnerships," said Monique Oxender, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. "It is at this intersection where necessary technologies and behaviors can flourish, paving the way for enduring, impactful solutions."

This report was created with reference to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Index and is in alignment with the Sustainable Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards and the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).

The full 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report, Data Summary, Goal Methodology and Reporting Frameworks can be found on KDP’s website, along with additional disclosures available here, such as the Company’s 2023 CDP Climate and Water Submissions.

About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. With annual revenue of approximately $15 billion, we hold leadership positions in beverage categories including soft drinks, coffee, tea, water, juice and mixers, and have the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. Our innovative partnership model builds emerging growth platforms in categories such as premium coffee, energy, sports hydration and ready-to-drink coffee. Our brands include Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Snapple®, Peñafiel®, 7UP®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Clamato®, Core Hydration® and The Original Donut Shop®. Driven by a purpose to Drink Well. Do Good., our 28,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage occasion and to make a positive impact for people, communities and the planet. For more information, visit www.keurigdrpepper.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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¹ Excluding lids and caps.
² In 2023, 0.002% of coffee (a single shipment) was received as conventional per a customer requirement.

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