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Boston, MA
Supporting the growth of a Cape Cod-inspired ready-to-drink cocktail brand.
- Award-Winning Quality: Double Gold and Gold awards at Seltzer Nation 2024.
- Proven Market Traction: Over 600,000 cans sold across three states and 40+ states online.
- Natural Ingredients: Lightly carbonated, gluten-free, and made with just three ingredients.
- Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with brands like Cape Cod Chips and Rhode Island FC.
- Expansion Plans: Preparing for growth into warmer markets to achieve year-round sales.
Cape Cod’r is a craft cocktail brand rooted in the essence of Cape Cod, delivering lightly carbonated, refreshing drinks that evoke the nostalgic charm of summers on the Cape. With just three simple ingredients, 100 calories, 4.5% ABV, and a gluten-free formula, Cape Cod’r offers a sessionable and approachable cocktail experience. The brand has carved out a distinctive niche in the competitive ready-to-drink (RTD) market with its focus on clean, natural flavors and coastal lifestyle branding. Based in Dennis Port, MA, Cape Cod’r has sold over 600,000 cans, secured distribution in three states, and established partnerships with major brands like Rhode Island FC and Cape Cod Chips, demonstrating its growing popularity in New England and beyond.
Proceeds from this campaign will support marketing and sales initiatives to deepen the brand’s presence in its core markets of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. Plans include enhanced in-store execution, consumer sampling programs, and strategic partnerships to amplify brand awareness. Looking ahead, Cape Cod’r aims to expand into warmer regions, transforming into a year-round favorite. With its award-winning products, including Double Gold recognition for its Classic flavor, and a proven ability to capture consumer demand, Cape Cod’r is positioned for continued growth in the fast-expanding RTD cocktail market.
Company Info
Cape Cod’r is a ready-to-drink craft cocktail brand offering refreshing, lightly carbonated beverages with a coastal lifestyle appeal, sold across New England and 40+ states.
Cape Cod’r is a craft cocktail brand based in Dennis Port, MA, that offers a unique line of ready-to-drink beverages inspired by the coastal lifestyle of Cape Cod. Each drink is made with three simple ingredients, 100 calories, 4.5% ABV, and is gluten-free, offering a refreshing, lightly carbonated, and “crushable” cocktail experience. Unlike many overly carbonated and synthetic-tasting drinks, Cape Cod’r stands out with its balanced flavors and nostalgic branding. The brand has gained significant traction, having sold over 600,000 cans and established a strong presence in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. Cape Cod’r is distributed in over 500 retail stores, including Total Wines and Wegman’s, and has expanded to 40+ states through direct-to-consumer sales.
The brand has formed key partnerships with iconic local brands such as Rhode Island FC and Cape Cod Chips, fueling its growth across New England. Cape Cod’r’s commitment to quality and natural ingredients has earned the brand awards, including Double Gold and Gold at Seltzer Nation 2024. With its expansion plans targeting warmer regions for year-round sales, Cape Cod’r is poised to continue building its market presence and solidifying its position in the rapidly growing ready-to-drink cocktail industry. The company’s future roadmap includes enhancing marketing efforts and expanding its footprint beyond New England.
