America’s beverage companies provide good jobs and economic opportunities to communities nationwide. In addition to manufacturing and distribution jobs, our industry helps support restaurants, grocery stores and movie theatres that depend, in part, on beverage sales as part of their bottom line. Yet, some policymakers still seek to place a discriminatory tax on beverages – ...more
Looking for a family activity for President’s Day? Why don’t you visit a former president’s home managed by the National Park Service? Some of these historical homes served as residences for presidents prior to and/or after their presidency. Other interesting sites to see include birthplaces or boyhood homes of our former presidents. Check out the ...more
This afternoon, President Obama recognized our nation’s missing and fallen soldiers by placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Inscribed on the tomb are the words: “Here rests in honored glory an American soldier known but to God.” The tomb has been guarded every minute of every day since 1937. Even as ...more
Today started with a bang! Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and American Beverage Association President & CEO Susan Neely announced a new initiative on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” to promote healthy, balanced and active lifestyles. The new Calories Count™ Vending Program is an exciting public-private partnership to provide clear calorie information on vending machines, encourage lower-calorie beverage ...more
On Friday, September 28, the American Beverage Association, together with the American Red Cross, hosted its first ever blood drive. We invited staff, tenants, colleagues, families, neighbors and friends to join us for this life-saving event, and collected over 30 pints of blood in the process. Click here to read more about the blood drive ...more
On September 21, 1814, a young lawyer penned a poem describing what he witnessed during the Battle of Fort McHenry in the War of 1812. That young man was Francis Scott Key and the poem he wrote later became the lyrics of the national anthem of the United States: “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Today’s anniversary is ...more
On this day in 1885, the first cafeteria opened in New York City. Many of us dine in cafeterias on a regular basis and are familiar with the concept, but we here at Sip & Savor think it is interesting that cafeterias have been a successful restaurant concept for more than a century, providing customers ...more
The final days of summer are upon us. We hope enjoy them by taking a moment to relax, go on a nice bike ride or a hike outdoors – and, of course, we hope you enjoy a cool, refreshing beverage that’s right for you. This long weekend is anything but a holiday for the candidates ...more
With the Republican and Democratic National Conventions almost underway, there’s a lot of attention around the future inhabitants of the White House. Regardless of who is elected in November, one thing is for certain: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue has a pretty amazing history. In fact, on this very day in 1812, the White House was invaded ...more
Today marks the birth of American independence. Families and friends across the nation are gathering to celebrate with outdoor barbecues, parades, fireworks and in Frederick, Md., a Bathtub Race. In our nation’s capital, it appears that we will be experiencing a hot and thundery holiday. So whether you are enjoying fireworks in your own backyard ...more
