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Ardagh Unveils 500ml Celebration Bottle

Published September 12, 2024

Ardagh Glass Packaging-North America, an operating business of Ardagh Group, introduced a new 500ml Celebration bottle in flint (clear) glass to add to its growing portfolio of American-made bottles.

The new 500ml (16.9oz) Celebration bottle is available initially in limited quantities for purchase on AGP-North America’s BOBsite (BuyOurBottles). The bottle complements the existing 500ml Celebration in amber (brown) glass available from BOB’s collection of beer and beverage bottles.

Made using high-quality, traditional flint glass, designed and manufactured in the U.S., the bottles come pre-packaged in plain craft cardboard cases with partition dividers holding 12 glass bottles per case.

“Ardagh Glass Packaging continues to evolve its portfolio of American-made glass bottles on the BOB site to meet the demand of craft brewers and beverage producers,” said Rashmi Markan, vice president, beer & beverage for AGP-North America. “The new 500ml Celebration bottles in flint complement a wide variety of beverage brands who are interested in larger-format bottles, offering brand differentiation with a trusted, sustainable glass bottle that fully protects the flavor of their beverage.”

In 2012, AGP-North America launched the BOB site for beer – the first website to offer craft brewers the ability to purchase beer bottles online in pallet quantities, direct from the manufacturer, using a credit card or PayPal.

BOB’s portfolio now includes 11 beer and beverage bottles in both amber and flint glass color options, offering craft brewers and beverage producers increased flexibility for packaging their products.

AGP-North America and BOB are dedicated to the craft beer and beverage market with capabilities and resources to grow with craft brewers and beverage producers every stage of the way. For customers interested in purchasing bottles by the pallet, the BOB platform offers convenient online ordering, and payment via credit card or PayPal. For bottles in less than truckload (LTL) or truckload quantities, brewers can contact Ardagh directly at 636.299.5495 or marketing.glass.na@ardaghgroup.com.

To view Ardagh’s extensive glass beer bottle stock portfolio, which offers a variety of colors, sizes, styles and finishes all made in the U.S.A., visit ardaghgroup.com/beer2024.

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Seroogy’s Chocolates Celebrates 125th Anniversary

Published September 10, 2024

Seroogy’s Chocolates, headquartered in De Pere, Wis., is celebrating its 125^th anniversary throughout 2024, including a special event from noon until 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 28, with prizes, drawings, discounts, free samples and more.

Third generation owners brothers Jim and Joe Seroogy are the grandsons and great nephews of Joe, Jim and Sol Seroogy, who founded the company in 1899.

The original owners operated a sandwich shop in the Green Bay area in the late 1890s. One of the brothers made a batch of fudge one day and offered pieces to their lunch customers. Within a short time, the fudge and other chocolates outsold the sandwiches and the business transitioned into a candy store.

A former grocery store at 144 N. Wisconsin St., De Pere, became the home for the company’s retail store, production and shipping departments in 1992. Expanding sales led to the opening of a second retail store at 784 Willard Dr., Ashwaubenon, near the Green Bay Packer’s football stadium, in 2008. Customers can also make purchases directly from the company’s website, www.seroogys.com.

With a Wisconsin manufacturer’s license, Seroogy’s chocolatiers make more than 300 varieties of chocolate candies in various sizes, novelty chocolates for every season and caramel corn. Popular chocolates are Chocolate Meltaways, Pecan and Cashew Snappers (layered nuts, caramel and chocolate), English Toffee and Caramels.

In addition, Seroogy’s has offered a fundraising program to nonprofit community organizations throughout Wisconsin and beyond for more than 50 years.

The stores are a convenient one stop shop for gifts, special occasions, holidays and entertaining. Along with their homemade chocolates, they sell coffee and tea, nuts and snacks, seasonal candy, gourmet condiments, home décor, Green Bay Packer’s merchandise and greeting cards. Seroogy’s designers also create custom gifts on request for an individual or an entire list of clients and employees for a business.

Daniel Jauquet is the company’s general manager. Robert Foster is the retail manager at both sites. The stores are open every day except major holidays.

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Cooper Street Snacks Acquires Harvest Valley Bakery

Published September 10, 2024

Better-for-you snack company Cooper Street Snacks has acquired Harvest Valley Bakery. Following the acquisition, the facility will be rebranded as Cooper Street Bakery, marking a significant milestone in the company’s strategic growth plan. This acquisition will bolster Cooper Street’s production capabilities and enhance its ability to meet growing demand while maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety.

The acquisition aligns with company’s vision to strengthen its operational foundation and increase production efficiency. The newly acquired Cooper Street Bakery will operate independently from the Cooper Street Snacks brand but will play a crucial role in supporting the company’s expanding product lines.

The upcoming changes reflect Cooper Street’s commitment to investing in both infrastructure and personnel to support the bakery’s operations. By investing in upgrading the Harvest Valley Bakery facility, Cooper Street aims to modernize its production capabilities, improve efficiency, and uphold the highest food safety standards. This strategic investment will introduce advanced baking technologies and processes, allowing the company to meet the increasing demands of the market while maintaining its quality commitments.

To ensure a smooth transition and enhance operational effectiveness, Cooper Street has welcomed several high-level industry experts to the team. These professionals bring extensive experience in baking, contract manufacturing, and financial management. With their combined expertise, the company is well-positioned to oversee the facility’s operations, drive strategic investments, and maintain a high standard of food safety and product quality. The addition of this seasoned talent will support the company’s efforts to reliably deliver high-quality, food-safe products to its brand partners.

These appointments are expected to contribute significantly to the successful integration and operation of Cooper Street Bakery, ensuring that the facility delivers high-quality, food-safe products to brand partners reliably.

The acquisition of Harvest Valley Bakery is a strategic move designed to enhance Cooper Street’s production capacity and operational efficiency. With substantial investments and the addition of key personnel, Cooper Street is set to improve its production capabilities and continue providing exceptional products to its brand partners.

The transition to Cooper Street Bakery is anticipated to be completed in early fall 2024, with ongoing updates provided as the integration progresses. This acquisition underscores the company’s commitment to growth and excellence in the snack food industry.

Cooper Street is a family-owned brand that offers a unique spin on traditional snacks with a focus on Better-for-you ingredients, unique flavors . Known for its delicious, lower-calorie cookies and granola bakes made with real fruit and no artificial ingredients, the company has been a favorite among health-conscious consumers. The brand is dedicated to providing high-quality products and continuously innovating to meet the needs of its customers.

For more information and a chance to pick-up your own pack of twice-baked cookies, visit https://cooperstreet.com/. For more updates, follow them on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to get the latest scoop.

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