What does Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED do?

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc. (Coca-Cola UNITED) is the largest privately owned Coca-Cola bottler in the United States and the third largest overall. Founded in 1902 in Birmingham, Alabama, it has grown through family leadership and now operates with approximately 10,000 associates. The company reported a revenue of $4.20 billion in 2024 and has been recognized as Beverage Industry’s 2021 Bottler of the Year. Coca-Cola UNITED bottles and distributes a diverse portfolio of over 1,200 products, primarily Coca-Cola beverages, including Dr Pepper, carbonated soft drinks, still and sparkling waters, sports drinks, energy drinks, and ready-to-drink teas and juices. The company provides production, sales, distribution, and marketing services across six Southeastern states, serving more than 150,000 customers. Its operations include modern facilities, such as the LEED-certified plant in Baton Rouge, which supports a wide range of product and package combinations.