convenience stores

7-Eleven stores celebrate the most cheugy season of all

Convenience store releases seasonal beverages

September 14, 2021

7-Eleven, Irving, Texas, announced its fall lineup of pumpkin-flavored coffee drinks. The Pumpkin Spice Latte obsession became a cultural phenomenon that is celebrated earlier and earlier each year and recently, has become something most would consider cheugy.

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Alcohol, non-alcohol beverage sales booming at convenience stores

Hard seltzers, CSDs driving sales within convenience channel

Barbara Harfmann

September 1, 2021

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In addition to purchasing gas, consumers head to their local convenience store to satisfy immediate consumption needs in an easy-to-navigate space. Sales of both alcohol and non-alcohol beverages are up, with hard seltzers and carbonated soft drinks top performers.

IRI unveils 2020 New Product Pacesetters

Report reveals notable consumer interest in carbonated beverages

June 14, 2021

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Chicago-based Information Resources Inc. (IRI) announced the release of its 2020 New Product Pacesetters, the 26th annual report revealing the top new product launches across food and beverage and non-food sectors.

7-Eleven launches imported sparkling mineral water

Serafina sourced from a natural Italian spring

March 2, 2021

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Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven Inc. announced the release of Serafina, the retailer’s new proprietary sparkling water. Imported from Italy, the sparkling mineral water brand was created exclusively for 7-Eleven and comes in three flavors: Original, Organic Lime and Organic Lemon Ginger.

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Sales shifts prompt changes within convenience channel

Despite dip in overall beverage sales, various categories performing well in c-stores

Sarah Graybill

August 25, 2020

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In the midst of the pandemic, consumer-purchasing patterns have shifted, impacting convenience stores sales and product offerings. Despite these changes, the channel is harnessing opportunities for future success.

Discount variety stores sustain modest 4 percent growth to 2019

Value-focused ALDI features easy store layout, less selection but cheaper prices

Barbara Harfmann

February 17, 2020

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The discount retailer channel generated $87.4 billion in sales at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4 percent.

National Association of Convenience Stores show highlights beverage innovations

December 18, 2019

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The 2019 NACS Show delivered four days of learnings, insights, networking and exploring what’s new for the global convenience and fuel retailing industry.

Infographic: Better-for-you natural products continue upward trajectory

Kombucha, enhanced waters deliver double-digit growth

Barbara Harfmann

November 22, 2019

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During the past 20 years, the natural products industry has seen seen incredible growth, with no end in sight.

7-Eleven adds voice-ordering to 7NOW delivery service

Consumer can access eCommerce platform through Google Home, Amazon Echo

November 19, 2019

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7-Eleven Inc., Irving, Texas, continues to redefine convenience retailing with the launch of 7Voice, which allows customers to place an order through its 7NOW delivery app via the voice-controlled Google Home and Amazon Echo systems.

Celsius accelerates growth in convenience store channel

October 12, 2019

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CELSIUS beverages now are available in 3,245 new doors within the convenience store channel including Quik Trip, Pilot Flying J, Buc-ee’s, Casey’s, Circle K and 7-Eleven.