Credit: Anheuser Busch/Beatbox

Credit: Anheuser Busch/Beatbox

United States: Anheuser-Busch completes acquisition of Beatbox

Anheuser-Busch announced that it has completed the acquisition of a majority stake in BeatBox, an emerging brand in the ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage category, known for its intense fruity "Party Punch" flavors.

The transaction adds a world-class brand to A-B's Beyond Beer portfolio, which already includes Cutwater Spirits and NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer, two of the four fastest-growing brands in the U.S. RTD alcoholic beverage industry.

With the addition of BeatBox, Anheuser-Busch becomes the third-largest non-alcoholic beverage provider in the industry, with the fastest-growing non-alcoholic beverage portfolio.

Brendan Whitworth, CEO of Anheuser-Busch, stated in the press release: “We are pleased to formally welcome BeatBox to our Beyond Beer portfolio. I am confident that their entrepreneurial spirit, commitment to continuous innovation, and ability to connect with consumers will perfectly complement our team and current capabilities. Anheuser-Busch has a proven strategy for building successful brands, and I look forward to embarking together on the next phase of dynamic growth.”

With nearly 50% growth projected for 2025, BeatBox was the fifth fastest-growing brand in dollar sales in the U.S. soft drink industry.

Anheuser-Busch, announced on December 5, 2025, will acquire 85 % of BeatBox for a purchase price of up to approximately $ 490 million, with a plan to reach 100 % ownership after five years, based on a predetermined pricing formula.

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