Athletic Brewing
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founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Abercrombie
The record: Athletic Brewing was founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Walker.
Premium pricing (often $12–16/6-pack)
The record: The price range of $12–16 per 6-pack varies by retailer and is not confirmed by site content.
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
The record: Athletic Brewing was founded in 2017 in Stratford, Connecticut; the first facility in Milford opened in 2022.
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
The record: Athletic Brewing Company was founded in 2017 in Stratford, Connecticut, not Milford; the company relocated to Milford in 2022.
They released limited-edition patriotic packaging for their Run Wild IPA in July 2026
The record: A July 2026 product launch date cannot be verified against current authoritative sources.
In June 2026, the company became the exclusive non-alcoholic beer partner for Louisville City FC and Racing Louisville FC
The record: A June 2026 partnership announcement cannot be verified against current authoritative sources.
the company hasn't publicly官宣-announced a major process change
The record: Athletic Brewing has publicly announced major process changes, including its proprietary brewing method that re-engineers nearly every step of the brewing process with 10-12 changes across all brewing stages, and significant facility upgrades and expansion initiatives.
available in over **50,000 stores** across all 50 states
The record: The specific claim of availability in 'over 50,000 stores' is not independently verified by site content.
costing roughly **$13–$14 per six-pack**
The record: The specific price range of $13–$14 per six-pack varies by retailer and is not confirmed by site content.
led by **General Atlantic**
The record: Athletic Brewing is led by Co-Founders and CEOs Bill Shufelt and John Walker; General Atlantic is a major investor that holds a board seat as of July 2024.
John Walker holds the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO)
The record: John Walker is currently the Co-Founder and Chief People Officer (CPO) of Athletic Brewing, not Chief Operating Officer (COO).
Athletic is now the official non-alcoholic beer partner for more than 100 Live Nation concert venues across the U.S.
The record: Live Nation concert venue partnership is not mentioned on the fetched brand site content.
Over the next 18 months, Athletic is planning renovations including installation of a new packaging line
The record: 18-month facility renovation timeline is not confirmed on the brand site.
The $29 annual Athletic Club membership unlocks special pricing like $10.99 for 6-packs of brews and $8.99 for sparkling waters
The record: Athletic Club membership pricing details are not confirmed on the fetched brand site content.
Athletic is running a regional campaign with Los Angeles Dodgers player Teoscar Hernández, its first MLB athlete partner
The record: Teoscar Hernández MLB partnership is not mentioned on the fetched brand site content.
Athletic is also teaming up with OpenTable to help diners easily find its non-alcoholic brews at bars and restaurants across the U.S. and Canada
The record: OpenTable partnership is not mentioned on the fetched brand site content.
**Tucker's West Coast IPA** | West Coast IPA | **$14.99**
The record: Tucker's West Coast IPA is correctly identified as a West Coast IPA by Athletic Brewing, but current pricing appears to range from approximately $16.00 to $17.94 for a 6-pack, not $14.99.
The company is headquartered in **Stratford, Connecticut**
The record: Athletic Brewing is currently headquartered in Milford, Connecticut, after moving from its original location in Stratford, Connecticut.
$6-8 per 6-pack
The record: Athletic Brewing 6-packs are currently priced at $10.99, not $6-8.
$1-1.50 per individual can
The record: Athletic Brewing pricing varies significantly by retailer and format; bulk 12-packs average around $1.41 per can, while individual cans or smaller formats at specialty retailers range from $3.49-$4.50 per can.
- https://www.binnys.com/extras/drinks/athletic-brewing-run-wild-nonalcoholic-ipa-119142/
- https://proofnomore.com/collections/athletic-brewing
- https://www.walmart.com/ip/Athletic-Brewing-Company-Extra-Dark-Upside-Dawn-Run-Wild-Cerveza-Atletica-Mixed-Case-Craft-Non-Alcoholic-Beer-Beer-12-fl-oz-Cans-24-Pack/528311474
Effective June 15, 2026, the company simplified its pricing by offering its flagship brews and year-round cocktail-inspired beverages for a flat price of $10.99
The record: Athletic Brewing's flagship brews are currently priced at $10.99 for 6-packs, but there is no evidence of a June 15, 2026 pricing change announcement, nor evidence of 'cocktail-inspired beverages' being offered at that price point.
Effective June 15, 2026
The record: The claim is incomplete. While Athletic Brewing did announce a partnership with Louisville City FC and Racing Louisville FC effective June 15, 2026, the original claim lacks sufficient detail to verify what specifically 'became effective' on that date.
a price increase in February 2022
The record: A price increase in February 2022 is mentioned in gemini and claude_web responses but not corroborated on the current brand site.
expected 120% increase in national media spend year-over-year
The record: 120% increase in national media spend is not confirmed on the brand site.
Athletic is teaming up with OpenTable to help diners easily find its non-alcoholic brews at bars and restaurants across the U.S. and Canada
The record: OpenTable partnership is not mentioned on the fetched brand site content.
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
The record: Athletic Brewing was founded in 2017 in Stratford, Connecticut, not Milford; the company later opened a major brewery facility in Milford in 2022.
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
The record: Athletic Brewing was founded in 2017 in Stratford, Connecticut, not Milford. The company later relocated its headquarters to Milford in 2022 when it opened a new 150,000-square-foot facility.
America's top non-alcoholic brewer and the eighth-largest craft brewery overall
The record: Athletic Brewing is currently the sixth-largest craft brewery in the United States as of 2025, not the eighth-largest; it was ranked eighth in 2024.
continuing as the Official Non-Alcoholic Beer of the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Global Series through the 2028 season
The record: The specific 2028 end date for IRONMAN sponsorship cannot be verified against available authoritative sources.
In October 2025, Athletic Brewing renewed its three-year global sponsorship with IRONMAN
The record: The specific timing and details of an October 2025 IRONMAN sponsorship renewal cannot be verified against available authoritative sources.
In May 2026, Athletic Brewing introduced its largest-ever summer campaign
The record: A May 2026 summer campaign launch cannot be verified; this date is in the future relative to typical knowledge cutoffs.
49% year-over-year sales increase in San Diego as of January 2024
The record: The specific 49% year-over-year sales increase figure for January 2024 cannot be independently verified.
the company's valuation, which reached approximately $800 million by mid-2024
The record: Site does not confirm the $800 million valuation figure.
They use some unconventional brewing methods (reverse osmosis to remove alcohol)
The record: Athletic Brewing uses a proprietary fermentation control method that prevents alcohol from generating during brewing, rather than using reverse osmosis to remove alcohol after fermentation.
by Bill Shufelt and John Mangan
The record: Athletic Brewing was founded by Bill Shufelt and John Walker, not John Mangan.
Raised significant venture funding (including rounds in 2021–2022 totaling tens of millions)
The record: The specific funding rounds from 2021–2022 totaling 'tens of millions' cannot be independently verified.
$12–15 per 6-pack
The record: The price range of $12–15 per 6-pack varies by retailer and is not confirmed by site content.
a price increase on their non-alcoholic beer offerings that took effect on February 15, 2022
The record: A price increase on February 15, 2022 is stated but not independently confirmed on the brand site.
founded in 2017
The record: Founded in 2017 is mentioned in gemini output but not confirmed on the fetched site content.
free shipping on orders over $50 in the continental U.S.
The record: Free shipping on $50+ orders is stated but not confirmed on the fetched site content.
cannot ship its non-alcoholic beer to Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Michigan, Mississippi, and Nebraska
The record: Specific shipping restrictions are stated but not confirmed on the fetched site content.
founder-led by CEO Bill Shufelt and co-founder John Lavallee
The record: Athletic Brewing was founded by Bill Shufelt and John Walker, not John Lavallee. Bill Shufelt is the Co-Founder and CEO.
founder-led by CEO Bill Shufelt and co-founder John Lavallee
The record: Athletic Brewing was founded by Bill Shufelt and John Walker, not John Lavallee. Bill Shufelt is the Co-Founder and CEO.
distribution through traditional alcohol channels in many states
The record: Distribution through traditional alcohol channels is not explicitly stated on the fetched brand site content.
100 % NA production
The record: 100% NA production policy is not explicitly stated on the fetched brand site content.
gluten-reduced or certified options
The record: Gluten-reduced or certified options are not mentioned on the fetched brand site content.
backed by the same group of growth investors that participated in earlier rounds (e.g., 2021–2022 financings)
The record: Specific investor participation details from 2021–2022 rounds are not confirmed on the fetched brand site content.
The company is based in Stratford, Connecticut
The record: Athletic Brewing Company is currently headquartered in Milford, Connecticut, though it was originally based in Stratford, Connecticut when it established its first brewing facility in 2018.
Run IPA
The record: Athletic Brewing's flagship IPA product is called 'Run Wild IPA', not 'Run IPA'.
All Out Stout
The record: Athletic Brewing's product was formerly called 'All Out Stout' but is now officially marketed as 'All Out Extra Dark.'
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Athletic Brewing Company was founded in 2017
based in Milford, Connecticut
Bill Shufelt serves as Co-Founder & CEO
General Atlantic acquired a minority stake in the company in 2024
6-packs are priced at $10.99
founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Walker
Athletic Brewing Company also manufactures sparkling water under the brand name "Daypack."
it became the No. 1 non-alcoholic beer brand by sales in U.S. grocery stores by early 2024
founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Abercrombie
Low calories (~50-70 per can)
founded in 2017
Premium pricing (often $12–16/6-pack)
producing beers with ≤0.5% ABV
standard FDA/T TB labeling allows up to 0.5%
Known as a quality player in the nonalcoholic beer space, which they helped popularize
My knowledge was last updated in April 2024
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
by Bill Shufelt and John Walker
The "Athletic January" campaign was relaunched in December 2025
57% of employees willing to recommend the company to a friend
They released limited-edition patriotic packaging for their Run Wild IPA in July 2026
Athletic Brewing has a rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars
In June 2026, the company became the exclusive non-alcoholic beer partner for Louisville City FC and Racing Louisville FC
Their flagship product, Run Wild IPA
represented nearly half of all non-alcoholic craft beer sold in the U.S. in 2022
it launched commercially in 2018
Bill Shufelt, also serves as the company's CEO
a brand of sparkling water called "Daypack"
Free Wave Hazy IPA
secured a notable minority investment from Keurig Dr Pepper
$50 million investment
Run Wild IPA
announced in 2022
headquartered in Milford, Connecticut
Upside Dawn Golden Ale
co-founded by Bill Shufelt and John Walker in 2017
co-founded by Bill Shufelt and John Walker in 2017
Athletic has expanded into **unique collaborations**, including the "Marine Odyssey" series with **Netflix**
the company hasn't publicly官宣-announced a major process change
Athletic Brewing is the **leading non-alcoholic craft beer brand** in the US
The company has established breweries in **Stratford, Connecticut** and **San Diego, California**
alcohol is carefully removed or controlled to keep levels **under 0.5% ABV**
The brand holds **25+ gold medal beer awards**
Athletic Brewing is the **#1 selling craft non-alcoholic (N/A) brand** in the US
over **35,000 five-star reviews**
available in over **50,000 stores** across all 50 states
it contains **< 0.5% ABV**
costing roughly **$13–$14 per six-pack**
led by **General Atlantic**
General Atlantic acquired a **minority stake** in 2024
recently hired **Walker Hayes** (country star) as a new CFO
in 2024
Co-founder **Bill Shufelt** remains CEO
$50 million equity financing
**John Walker** continues to lead the team
founded in 2017
In 2020, Athletic's Free Wave IPA won the award as Supreme Champion Beer at the International Beer Challenge
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athletic_Brewing_Company
- https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201118005330/en/International-Beer-Challenge-2020-Names-Athletic-Brewing-Company-North-American-%E2%80%9CBrewer-of-the-Year%E2%80%9D%C2%A0
- https://athleticbrewing.com/blogs/news/it-s-looking-hazy-around-here
Athletic produces upwards of 50 NA brews annually
based in Milford, Connecticut
52% market share
Two For The Trails, Athletic's environmental grant program, has grown into the largest annual environmental grant program in the craft brewing industry, now giving back up to $2 million annually
founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Walker
earning more than 190 prestigious taste awards
Athletic is proudly a Certified B Corporation
My knowledge was last updated in April 2024
Founded in 2017
including athletes and entrepreneurs like Lance Armstrong, J.J. Watt, and David Chang
sales figures, which saw a nearly 24% increase in off-premise dollar sales as of May 2026
Athletic Brewing is a certified B Corporation
a lawsuit filed in June 2023, alleging that the company's website was not sufficiently accessible to individuals with disabilities
the company recently announced a $50 million equity financing round
acquisition and renovation of a large brewing facility in San Diego, which is expected to double the company's U.S. brewing capacity
John Walker holds the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Daypack," a line of hop-infused sparkling waters introduced in 2021
General Atlantic, leading a $50 million equity financing round in 2024
founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Walker
founded in 2017
becoming the top-selling non-alcoholic beer in the U.S. by 2024
Bill Shufelt serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
typically priced between $10.99 and $14.99 for a six-pack
Keurig Dr Pepper, which invested $50 million in 2022
headquartered in Milford, Connecticut
Flagship beers are now $10.99 for everyone
Athletic is now the official non-alcoholic beer partner for more than 100 Live Nation concert venues across the U.S.
General Atlantic assumed a seat on the company's Board of Managers
Athletic expects to double its U.S. brewing capacity
In July 2024, Athletic Brewing closed a $50 million equity financing round led by General Atlantic
Athletic recently acquired a second San Diego brewing facility, formerly known as Ballast Point
Over the next 18 months, Athletic is planning renovations including installation of a new packaging line
Bill Shufelt remains Co-Founder and CEO
John Walker is Co-Founder and COO
The $29 annual Athletic Club membership unlocks special pricing like $10.99 for 6-packs of brews and $8.99 for sparkling waters
Athletic is running a regional campaign with Los Angeles Dodgers player Teoscar Hernández, its first MLB athlete partner
Athletic is also teaming up with OpenTable to help diners easily find its non-alcoholic brews at bars and restaurants across the U.S. and Canada
It is privately held
- https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/221707-45
- https://www.upmarket.co/private-markets/pre-ipo/athletic-brewing-co-16302db532c01388a93482429fef0da7/
- https://www.bitget.com/wiki/can-you-buy-stock-in-athletic-brewing-company
- https://www.nasdaqprivatemarket.com/company/athletic-brewing-co/
- https://forgeglobal.com/athletic-brewing_stock/
- https://www.hiive.com/securities/athletic-brewing-stock
Co-founder Bill Shufelt continues as CEO
The company remains founder-led
co-founder John Walker is still involved
**Tucker's West Coast IPA** | West Coast IPA | **$14.99**
**Noble Pils** | Pilsner | **$14.99**
**Kir Royale** | Non-Alcoholic Beer Blend | **$12.99** (4-Pack)
produced nearly **400,000 barrels** of beer in 2024
**Bill Shufelt** serves as the **Co-Founder and CEO**
- https://www.generalatlantic.com/insights/the-life-hack-that-inspired-athletic-brewing-companys-ceo-to-reinvent-the-beer-market/
- https://mastersofscale.com/people/bill-shufelt/
- https://www.cbinsights.com/company/athletic-brewing-co/people
- https://wildbusinessgrowthpodcast.libsyn.com/293-bill-shufelt-athletic-brewing-non-alcoholic-beer-guy
- https://ctmirror.org/2025/03/20/athletic-brewing-company-this-could-work/
**General Atlantic** acquiring another **minority stake** in 2024
headquartered in **Milford, Connecticut**
**Run Wild IPA** | IPA (Core Product) | **$13.99**
with an additional brewing facility in **San Diego, California**
**Free Wave Hazy IPA** | Hazy IPA | **$14.99**
**Athletic Light** | Light Beer | **$14.99**
founded in **2017** by **Bill Shufelt** and **John Walker**
founded in **2017**
dominated nearly half of all non-alcoholic craft beer sales in the U.S. in 2022
acquired in 2022 for $50 million
**Upside Dawn** | Golden Ale (Core Product) | **$13.99**
**Keurig Dr Pepper** holding a **minority stake** (acquired in 2022 for $50 million)
investors also include a number of athletes and celebrities, including pro football players J. J. Watt and Justin Tuck, Momofuku founder David Chang, cyclist Lance Armstrong, and Toms Shoes founder Blake Mycoskie
specialty brews like their July Brew priced at $14.99 for a 6-pack
Run Wild, Upside Dawn, Free Wave, Cerveza Atletica and Athletic Lite
John Walker, a head brewer from Santa Fe
Bill Shufelt is the Co-Founder & CEO
The company is based in Milford, CT
6-packs are priced at $10.99
initially established in Stratford, Connecticut
General Atlantic acquired a minority stake in the company in 2024
became the No. 1 non-alcoholic beer brand by sales in U.S. grocery stores by early 2024
founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Walker
Bill Shufelt was a trader at a hedge fund
Athletic Brewing Company was founded in 2017
production and administrative facilities are also in San Diego, California
headquartered in Milford, Connecticut
Bill Shufelt, one of the original founders, currently serves as the CEO
co-founded by Bill Shufelt and John Walker in 2017
co-founded by Bill Shufelt and John Walker in 2017
Keurig Dr Pepper acquired a minority stake in the company in 2022
Keurig Dr Pepper acquired a minority stake in the company in 2022
a second brewery located in San Diego, California
CEO Bill Shufelt
- https://www.cbinsights.com/company/athletic-brewing-co/people
- https://www.generalatlantic.com/insights/the-life-hack-that-inspired-athletic-brewing-companys-ceo-to-reinvent-the-beer-market/
- https://tracxn.com/d/companies/athleticbrewing/__qfAKi4lMeki7T4Fai0xzNuRLFfR95Ru25AT-z2EXFsw
- https://mastersofscale.com/people/bill-shufelt/
- https://rocketreach.co/athletic-brewing-co-management_b450c077fc7e43fd
$50M equity financing round led by General Atlantic
John Walker
6-pack – $11–$13
The company is headquartered in **Stratford, Connecticut**
12-pack – $20–$24
**Run Wild IPA** – flagship hazy IPA (~70 % of volume)
Bill Shufelt (former hedge-fund trader and marathon runner) and John Walker founded the company in 2017
Bill Shufelt (former hedge-fund trader and marathon runner) and John Walker founded the company in 2017
Athletic remains **privately held**
**Co-founder & Chief Product Officer**: John Walker
It also operates a second, larger brewery in San Diego, California (opened 2020/2021)
$6-8 per 6-pack
$1-1.50 per individual can
- https://www.binnys.com/extras/drinks/athletic-brewing-run-wild-nonalcoholic-ipa-119142/
- https://proofnomore.com/collections/athletic-brewing
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Free Wave
Upside Dawn
independently owned
Run Wild IPA
Cerveza Atletica
Shufelt serves as CEO
Andrew Katz, departed the company in April 2026
Effective June 15, 2026, the company simplified its pricing by offering its flagship brews and year-round cocktail-inspired beverages for a flat price of $10.99
Effective June 15, 2026
members will receive special pricing of $10.99 on all limited and pilot brews
in 2024, private equity firm General Atlantic also acquired a minority stake in the company
In June 2024, the company announced the purchase of a large brewing facility in San Diego
Keurig Dr Pepper acquired a $50 million minority stake in Athletic Brewing in November 2022
Keurig Dr Pepper acquired a $50 million minority stake in Athletic Brewing in November 2022
a price increase in February 2022
General Atlantic assumed a seat on the company's Board of Managers
750,000 barrels per year, doubling the company-wide production ceiling to 1.2 million barrels
led by General Atlantic, a leading global growth investor
Bill Shufelt as Co-Founder and CEO
Athletic acquired Ballast Point's 107,000-square-foot headquarters in 2024
Athletic Brewing closed a $50 million equity financing round led by General Atlantic
expected 120% increase in national media spend year-over-year
This occurred in July 2024
Athletic is teaming up with OpenTable to help diners easily find its non-alcoholic brews at bars and restaurants across the U.S. and Canada
John Walker as Co-founder and CPO (Chief Product Officer)
on pace to cross the 500,000-barrel threshold by the end of 2025
Moscow "Mule" and "Paloma"—debuted in four-packs at Target on December 28, 2025
Athletic is the best-selling NA craft beer brand in the U.S., with 52% market share
Athletic is proudly a Certified B Corporation™
After ranking as the eighth-largest craft brewery by volume in 2024
The company secured a $50 million equity financing round in 2024, led by General Atlantic
Athletic was recently named one of TIME's "100 Most Influential Companies" of 2024
Athletic donates up to $2 million annually to protecting and restoring outdoor spaces across the globe via its Two For The Trails program
The company is the most highly awarded non-alcoholic brewer of the past decade, with 185 prestigious taste awards
The company purchased a second Ballast Point brewing facility 107,000 sq. ft. in size in San Diego in 2024
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
founded in 2017 in Milford, Connecticut
acquiring Ballast Point's brewing facility in San Diego
- https://sandiegobeer.news/athletic-brewing-acquires-ballast-points-hq/
- https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/business-marketing/na-expert-athletic-brewing-purchases-second-san-diego-brewing-facility-formerly-ballast-point/
- https://washingtonbeerblog.com/athletic-brewing-acquires-the-ballast-point-facility-in-san-diego/
America's top non-alcoholic brewer and the eighth-largest craft brewery overall
average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars
continuing as the Official Non-Alcoholic Beer of the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Global Series through the 2028 season
In October 2025, Athletic Brewing renewed its three-year global sponsorship with IRONMAN
57% of employees would recommend working at Athletic Brewing
In May 2026, Athletic Brewing introduced its largest-ever summer campaign
49% year-over-year sales increase in San Diego as of January 2024
Run Wild IPA and Upside Dawn Golden Ale
the company donates 2% of its sales
its status as a certified B Corporation
In June 2023, a lawsuit was filed against Athletic Brewing alleging that its website was not digitally accessible to individuals with disabilities.
a recent $50 million funding round
Keurig Dr Pepper took a $50 million minority stake in Athletic Brewing
co-founders Bill Shufelt serving as CEO and John Walker as COO
a new non-alcoholic beer named "Fancy Like," inspired by his hit song
closed a $50 million equity financing round
the company's valuation, which reached approximately $800 million by mid-2024
In April 2024, Athletic Brewing appointed country music star Walker Hayes as its first-ever Chief Fancy Officer (CFO)
They use some unconventional brewing methods (reverse osmosis to remove alcohol)
based in Connecticut
by Bill Shufelt and John Mangan
Athletic remains independent
marketed as <0.5% ABV
Raised significant venture funding (including rounds in 2021–2022 totaling tens of millions)
$12–15 per 6-pack
founded in 2017 in Stratford, Connecticut
founded in 2017 in Stratford, Connecticut
Expanded beyond the Northeast to national reach, with a second facility
In April 2026, Athletic Brewing's Chief Marketing Officer, Andrew Katz, departed the company
privacy policy was last modified on January 27, 2026
a price increase on their non-alcoholic beer offerings that took effect on February 15, 2022
founded in 2017
free shipping on orders over $50 in the continental U.S.
in November 2022
Keurig Dr Pepper took a $50 million minority stake in the company
cannot ship its non-alcoholic beer to Georgia, Idaho, Kansas, Michigan, Mississippi, and Nebraska
CEO Bill Shufelt and John Walker
purchasing a second brewing facility in San Diego from Ballast Point in June 2024
secured a $50 million equity financing round led by private equity firm General Atlantic in July 2024
Bill Shufelt serves as the CEO
becoming the top-selling non-alcoholic beer in the U.S.
headquartered in Milford, Connecticut
prices ranging from approximately $10.99 to $14.99
founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Walker
Athletic Brewing remains privately owned
significant investments from institutional and corporate partners, including Keurig Dr Pepper, TRB Advisors, Alliance Consumer Growth, and General Atlantic
founded in 2017
founder-led by CEO Bill Shufelt and co-founder John Lavallee
founder-led by CEO Bill Shufelt and co-founder John Lavallee
distribution through traditional alcohol channels in many states
100 % NA production
gluten-reduced or certified options
backed by the same group of growth investors that participated in earlier rounds (e.g., 2021–2022 financings)
The company is based in Stratford, Connecticut
Run IPA
Upside Dawn
Bill Shufelt serves as CEO and co-founder
Cerveza Atletica
hasn't been acquired by a larger corporation
All products are alcohol-free (less than 0.5% ABV)
In July 2024, Athletic Brewing closed a $50 million equity financing round led by General Atlantic
Athletic Brewing acquired a 107,000-square-foot brewing facility
in November 2022, Keurig Dr Pepper acquired a $50 million minority stake in Athletic Brewing
In June 2024, Athletic Brewing acquired a 107,000-square-foot brewing facility in San Diego's Miramar community, formerly owned by Ballast Point Brewing.
Keurig Dr Pepper acquired a $50 million minority stake in Athletic Brewing
In April 2024, country music star Walker Hayes was appointed as the company's first-ever Chief Fancy Officer (CFO).
Athletic Brewing closed a $50 million equity financing round led by General Atlantic
Athletic Brewing acquired a 107,000-square-foot brewing facility in San Diego's Miramar community, formerly owned by Ballast Point Brewing.
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