Beverage Industry Solutions

At CERCO Group, we provide high-quality ingredients for beverage manufacturers, supporting a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including spirits, beer, soft drinks, functional beverages, and plant-based drinks. Our ingredients ensure flavor, stability, and consistency while meeting industry standards.

  • We supply essential ingredients for whiskey, vodka, rum, gin, tequila, brandy, and liqueurs.

    Categories:

    • Whiskey/Bourbon

    • Vodka

    • Rum

    • Gin

    • Tequila

    • Brandy

    • Liqueurs (e.g., Amaretto, Baileys)

    Key Ingredients:

    • Base Alcohol: Barley, corn, rye, wheat (for whiskey), sugarcane (for rum), agave (for tequila)

    • Yeast: Specific fermentation strains

    • Flavorings: Herbs, spices, fruit peels, botanicals (for gin), caramel, vanilla

    • Sweeteners: Honey, agave syrup, sugars (for liqueurs)

    • Coloring Agents: Caramel coloring, natural extracts

    • Acidity Regulators: Citric acid, malic acid

    • Preservatives/Antioxidants: Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), potassium sorbate

  • We offer ingredients for lagers, ales, wheat beers, ciders, and craft brews.

    Categories:

    • Ales (IPA, Stouts, etc.)

    • Lagers (Pilsner, Helles, etc.)

    • Wheat Beers

    • Ciders

    • Craft Beers

    Key Ingredients:

    • Malt (Barley, Wheat, Oats): Provides fermentable sugars

    • Yeast: Saccharomyces cerevisiae (ales), Saccharomyces pastorianus (lagers)

    • Adjunct Grains: Corn, rice, sorghum (for gluten-free options), oats (for hazy beers)

    • Flavorings: Fruit, spices, herbs (e.g., orange peel, coriander), coffee, chocolate

    • Sweeteners: Malt extract, honey, sugar

    • Coloring Agents: Caramel malt, roasted malts

    • Acidity Regulators: Lactic acid, phosphoric acid

    • Preservatives: Sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate (used in non-alcoholic or craft beers)

  • Our ingredients support hydration, energy, and performance beverages.

    Categories:

    • Sports Drinks (electrolyte replenishing)

    • Protein Shakes

    • Energy Drinks

    • Meal Replacement Beverages

    • Functional Drinks (immune support, mental clarity)

    Key Ingredients:

    • Electrolytes: Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, magnesium sulfate

    • Amino Acids: BCAA, glutamine, taurine

    • Proteins: Whey protein, soy protein, pea protein, casein

    • Caffeine: Natural (coffee, guarana) or synthetic

    • Carbohydrates/Sugars: Dextrose, maltodextrin, sucrose, glucose, stevia

    • Vitamins & Minerals: Vitamin C, B-complex, vitamin D, calcium, magnesium, zinc

    • Herbal Extracts: Ginseng, guarana, green tea extract

    • Flavorings: Citrus, berry, tropical fruits, mint, vanilla, chocolate

    • Preservatives: Potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate

    • Thickeners/Emulsifiers: Guar gum, xanthan gum, lecithin

    • Coloring Agents: Beet juice powder, spirulina, turmeric

  • We provide ingredients for carbonated beverages, fruit juices, flavored waters, and teas.

    Categories:

    • Carbonated Soft Drinks (Cola, Lemonade, Orange Soda)

    • Fruit Juices

    • Tea (Iced tea, Green tea, Herbal tea)

    • Coffee (Iced coffee, Cold brew)

    • Flavored & Sparkling Water

    • Ready-to-Drink Beverages (RTD)

    Key Ingredients:

    • Sweeteners: HFCS, cane sugar, stevia, agave syrup, sucralose

    • Flavorings: Natural fruit extracts, herbs, spices

    • Acidulants: Citric acid, phosphoric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid

    • Preservatives: Potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate

    • Colorants: Natural (beet juice powder, caramel color), synthetic options

    • Emulsifiers/Thickeners: Gum arabic, xanthan gum, guar gum

    • Caffeine (for sodas and teas): Naturally derived or synthetic

    • Fruit Pulp/Purée: Used in smoothies, juices, flavored drinks

  • We supply ingredients for traditional, herbal, and functional teas.

    Categories:

    • Green Tea

    • Black Tea

    • Herbal Teas (Chamomile, Peppermint)

    • Iced Tea

    • Kombucha (Fermented Tea)

    Key Ingredients:

    • Tea Leaves: Camellia sinensis (for green, black, oolong teas)

    • Herbs: Chamomile, mint, ginger, lemongrass, hibiscus

    • Fruit Extracts/Flavors: Citrus, berries, apple, peach

    • Sweeteners: Cane sugar, honey, agave

    • Acidity Regulators: Citric acid

    • Probiotics (for Kombucha): Saccharomyces boulardii, Lactobacillus strains

    • Caffeine: Naturally occurring in tea leaves

    • Antioxidants: Catechins (green tea), flavonoids

    • Spices: Cinnamon, cloves, cardamom

  • Beverages formulated for wellness, energy, digestion, and immune health.

    Categories:

    • Prebiotic & Probiotic Drinks

    • Detox Beverages

    • Immune-Boosting Drinks

    • Sleep-Aid Drinks

    • Focus/Brain-Boosting Beverages

    Key Ingredients:

    • Probiotics: Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium

    • Prebiotics: Inulin, fructooligosaccharides (FOS)

    • Adaptogens: Ashwagandha, Rhodiola rosea, maca root

    • Herbal Extracts: Echinacea, ginseng, turmeric

    • Vitamins & Minerals: Vitamin C, magnesium, calcium

    • Amino Acids: L-theanine, taurine

    • Sweeteners: Stevia, monk fruit, erythritol

    • Flavorings: Citrus, ginger, berries

    • Coloring Agents: Spirulina, beet juice, chlorophyll

  • We offer ingredients for milk-based and plant-based drinks.

    Categories:

    • Cow’s Milk, Almond Milk, Oat Milk, Soy Milk

    • Yogurt Drinks

    • Flavored Milk (Chocolate, Strawberry)

    • Plant-Based Protein Shakes

    Key Ingredients:

    • Protein: Whey, soy protein, pea protein, hemp protein

    • Probiotics: Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium (for yogurt drinks)

    • Sweeteners: Cane sugar, maple syrup, agave syrup

    • Flavorings: Chocolate, vanilla, fruit extracts

    • Fortifications: Calcium, Vitamin D, Omega-3

    • Thickeners/Emulsifiers: Guar gum, locust bean gum, xanthan gum

    • Acidulants: Citric acid, tartaric acid

Why Choose CERCO Group for Beverage Industry Solutions?

At CERCO Group, we supply high-quality, safe, and innovative beverage ingredients to help manufacturers create exceptional products for the global market. Whether you're producing alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, functional drinks, or plant-based beverages, our team ensures quality, consistency, and industry compliance.

For more information, contact us by calling 1-800-369-1550, or click the CONTACT SALES button below.