Keurig Dr Pepper has renewed its partnership with Nestlé USA, including the manufacturing and distribution of Starbucks K-Cup pods in the U.S. and Canada.
The agreement builds on the collaboration first established with Nestlé in 2020 and includes new programs focused on expanding distribution and innovation for the Starbucks brand in the Keurig brewing system.
Under Nestlé’s global agreement with Starbucks for consumer packaged goods, Nestlé is responsible for the distribution of Starbucks at-home coffee platforms into grocery and other retail channels outside of Starbucks coffeehouses, excluding ready-to-drink products.
With Arabica coffee sourced and roasted by Starbucks, consumers can enjoy a range of signature blends, roasts and flavored coffees – hot or iced – through Starbucks K-Cup pods.
Olivier Lemire, president of U.S. coffee at Keurig Dr Pepper, said the renewal reflects the strength of the partnership and the durability of the Starbucks brand within the Keurig system.
“Keurig’s leading single-serve coffee platform is built on great brands and strong partnerships,” Lemire said. “We look forward to deepening our relationship with Nestlé to build upon our long-standing partnership with Starbucks, one of the most beloved brands within the Keurig system. As our coffee business evolves, our partners’ continued trust reinforces the strength of our innovation, manufacturing and commercial expertise and our ability to deliver long-term value together.”
Daniel Jhung, president of Nestlé USA’s Coffee & Beverage Division, said the extended agreement supports Nestlé’s continued investment in the Starbucks at-home portfolio.
“The Keurig system is an important platform for our Starbucks at-home portfolio and we are pleased to renew our agreement, as we look to build upon our K-Cup pod innovation and offerings for consumers,” Jhung said.
About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper is a beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions.
The company’s North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper, Canada Dry, Mott’s, A&W, Peñafiel, GHOST, 7UP, Snapple, Clamato and Core Hydration.
Its global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig single-serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. The company has more than 50,000 employees.
About Nestlé USA
Nestlé USA’s food and beverage portfolio includes many recognizable brands, including Coffee mate, DiGiorno, Nescafé and Nestlé Toll House. Nestlé USA is part of Nestlé S.A., headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland – the world’s largest food and beverage company, which has been named among “The World’s Most Admired Food Companies” by Fortune magazine for more than 25 consecutive years.
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