Sipp Expands to the Northwest With Maletis Beverage

SIPPPHILADELPHIA — SIPP eco beverage co., Inc., creators of the sparkling organic beverage Sipp Sparkling Organics, has announced a distribution agreement with Maletis Beverage, premier beverage distributor in the Portland metropolitan area.

The agreement with Maletis, who operates out of two facilities, one in Portland and one in Vancouver, will expose Sipp to the Oregon and Washington markets, brand new territory for the organic beverage.

Maletis Beverage is one of the largest beverage distributors in the Pacific Northwest, distributing beer brands such as Budweiser, Stella Artois and non-alcoholic beverages such as Voss Water and Nestea, as well as imported, premium California and Northwest wines.

“We are excited to be working with a well respected beverage distributor like Maletis.,” said Beth Parentice, CEO/Founder of Sipp. “They are the best distributor to grow our brand in the Northwest and further expand into large retailers and restaurants.”

On the West Coast, Sipp currently has distribution in retail stores and restaurants in California, such as Bevmo!, Bristol Farms, Mollie Stone’s, and Andronico’s. Retail stores carrying Sipp in Texas and across the East Coast include Central Market, Whole Foods, Food Emporium, Balducci’s, ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, Tops, Roche Bros, and Fairway Markets.

Visit Sipp at the Natural Products Expo East, Booth #655, this Thursday, September 18 – Saturday, September 20, 2014 at the Baltimore Convention Center.

SIPP is represented by Ramsey, NJ based Cascadia Managing Brands.

About SIPP eco beverage co., Inc.

In late 2009, Beth Parentice set out to create a new, healthier soda alternative. After many months of mixing, testing and tasting, Sipp debuted at the Natural Products Expo in Boston and unveiled a brand new line of organic sparkling beverages sweetened with agave. Sipp has received celebrity endorsements as well as awards including Best Beverage of 2011 in Beverage World Magazine. Sipp has also been featured in FOOD & WINE Magazine as well as Martha Stewart’s Whole Living Magazine. Bottles of Sipp can be found in areas where the consumer is looking for unique flavorful healthier alternatives, such as organic restaurants, markets, and cafes. Visit www.haveasipp.com for more information and where to find Sipp near you.

About Maletis Beverage

Founded in 1935 by Chris Maletis Senior, Maletis Beverage is a locally owned and operated distributor of domestic, craft and import beers. The company also distributes a world-renowned portfolio of cider, wine, champagne, mead and sake, as well as an extensive portfolio of non-alcoholic products. For more information about Maletis Beverage, visit http://www.maletis.com.