Build a Better Beverage Program

BRING MADE-TO-ORDER BEVERAGES TO YOUR C-STORE.

Start with the classics. Shake them up with trending flavors. Add a swirl of social media excitement. And top it all off with innovative, easy-handling solutions that instantly invigorate your beverage program. C-stores have long been the beverage destination of choice for on-the-go consumers.1  Today, beverages are expanding their appeal into the realm of snacking, with nearly 7 in 10 consumers substituting a beverage for a food snack at least sometimes.2 Leveraging trends in Made-to-Order beverages (MTO), which consumers customize with toppings, flavors, and particulates of their choice, can boost interest, traffic, loyalty and higher ring at the register. Rich’s is your resource, providing the tips, insights, and versatile portfolio of beverage solutions you can use to hit the beverage bullseye. Let’s take your beverages over the top.

READY TO CREATE CRAVINGS?

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CUSTOMIZATION IS THE EXPECTATION.

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From flavor shots to whipped topping, Gen Z and Millennial consumers expect to build their beverages their way. Personalization promotes autonomy and emotional connection for them while increasing upsells and visitation for you.

Mytop® Whipped Topping Dispenser

mytop® Whipped Topping Dispenser

DIY DOLLOPS

A simple countertop solution that puts the power of customization in your consumers’ hands.

BEVERAGES ARE THE ALL-DAY SNACK.

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‘Three square meals’ is a thing of the past for 6 out of 10 Americans,4 opting instead for numerous snacking occasions throughout the day. Consumers view beverages as snacks, with smoothies, cold coffees, and milkshakes being the most popular formats.2 These c-store classics are easily customized with simple handling solutions.

TWO WAYS TO WHIRL UP SHAKES & SMOOTHIES

YOUR PHONE DRINKS FIRST.

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Tantalizing social videos or photos of MTO drinks create buzz and interest. User-generated beverage content can organically reach a vast viral audience, sending them to your c-store to try one for themselves.

MADE FOR TIKTOK

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MAKE YOUR BEVERAGES POP.

Rich’s innovative beverage portfolio is ready-made for social sharing. Explore our Beverage Portal for products, recipes and insights to help you make a splash.

COLD IS GETTING HOTTER.

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When it’s time to caffeinate, Millennials and Gen Z are opting more and more for cold brew, iced, frozen and blended coffees and teas. Boost relevance with cold-ready formats, innovative add-ins, and formats like nitro or cold foam that feel premium and refreshing.

COLD, CREATIVE, AND CAFFEINATED

INNOVATIVE IMPACT.

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Consumers have endless options for the tried-and-true. Win by being the place they go to try something new. Functional beverages, unique flavors, global remixes, exciting customizations, and options for every palette and dietary preference all encourage them to choose you over the competition.

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Ready to craft your own creative c-store beverages? Drink in our complete c-store beverage solutions.

CONTACT A C-STORE SPECIALIST.

Product information, recipe inspiration, or simply someone to talk things through with — we are here for your c-store.
Let us know how we can help.

CONTACT A C-STORE SPECIALIST.

Product information, recipe inspiration, or simply someone to talk things through with — we are here for your c-store.
Let us know how we can help.

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1Technomic ‘Convenience-Store Beverage,’ 2024

2Rich’s Proprietary Research, Nov 2024

3SNAP! Datassential Snacking Keynote, 2023

4Kantar ‘Five Disruptors: Gen Z Food & Beverage,’ April 2025