Kick Fizz Hemp Beverages Enter North Carolina

NORTH CAROLINA—Now two years young with a growing trophy case, Kick Fizz by Kick Beverage Company Inc. is now available across North Carolina through a distribution partnership with Tryon Distributing.

The move into North Carolina is exciting for the Kick Fizz team because it’s home to one of the strongest hemp beverage markets in the country. With sophisticated retailers and consumers who are discerning about what makes these THC and CBD beverages stand out—approachable dosages with flavor-forward recipes made with real fruit—North Carolina’s thriving outdoor culture aligns with Kick Fizz’s occasion-first approach, from the trail to the tailgate to the evening nightcap.

Tryon Distributing is a North Carolina institution advocating to support the hemp beverage category’s continued success, with expert knowledge of the industry. “Partnering with Tryon Distributing means the world to me,” says Kick Beverage Company Inc. Co-Founder Julie Rhodes. “They're a family-owned team that has earned deep trust across this state, and that's exactly who you want opening the door for you. We are truly honored to partner with such an amazing and well-respected distribution partner.” Rhodes adds, “Whether it's a hike, a barbecue, or a quiet night on the porch, North Carolinians know how to make a moment out of anything—and we cannot wait to be part of it. Welcome to your moment, North Carolina.”

Melissa Bruno Johnston, VP of Strategic Development at Tryon Distributing, adds, “From the fun packaging, exceptional liquid earning multiple awards, and the fantastic people behind the brand—we knew Kick Fizz was a winner from the start. We look forward to growing this partnership and giving our entire cannabis beverage certified sales team another wonderful brand to bring to market.”

Cans of the two flavors of Kick Fizz—Day Drinking and Evening Buzz—in both 2mg and 5mg dosages will be distributed statewide, with sales representation from Counter Measures Corp. Look for it at bars and restaurants, liquor and package stores, grocery and convenience stores; plus recreational and music venues, golf courses and country clubs, and health food and wellness retailers.

Media with questions about Kick Fizz can contact Emily Hutto at hutto at radcraftbeer dot com.

ABOUT KICK BEVERAGE COMPANY INC.

Kick Fizz is produced by Kick Beverage Company Inc., born in 2023 with the mission to create drinks that redefine how we socialize and imbibe. With unique flavors crafted to keep the energy flowing without the crash, Kick Fizz captures the transformative power of THC and CBD to enhance lives with wellness, creativity, and the perfect blend of nature and science. Both flavors of Kick Fizz earned multiple medals at the 2025 America's Best Beverages Awards, and the brand was named the Best CBD/THC Beverage at the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America’s 2026 Wine & Spirits Tasting Competition. Find Kick Fizz online at kickfizz.com.

ABOUT TRYON DISTRIBUTING

Tryon Distributing is a family-owned, independent North Carolina wholesaler founded in 1985 and headquartered in Charlotte. It serves the entire state through multiple distribution centers and is best known for its fine wine and craft beer portfolio, with craft beer having grown to roughly half of its business over the years. Tryon has been recognized as a craft wholesaler of the year and has been active in North Carolina beverage advocacy, including support for the hemp beverage category. Learn more at tryondist.com.