Product Offerings
Products:
Ready-to-Drink CALPICO®: Original Citrus, Mango, White Peach, Strawberry, Lychee
CALPICO® Mini: Original Citrus, Strawberry, Lychee & Mango
Asahi Beverages America, Inc., headquartered in Torrance, California, is the U.S. beverage distribution arm of the global Asahi Group. Specializing in iconic Japanese non-alcoholic beverages, the company is widely recognized for introducing and expanding the reach of CALPICO®, JUROKU CHA, and MITSUYA CIDER across the North American market. With a strong focus on heritage, health, and innovation, Asahi Beverages America bridges East and West through its culturally rooted and globally appealing product lines.
Brief History
Asahi Beverages America was established to serve as the North American gateway for Asahi Group Holdings, one of Japan’s largest and most respected food and beverage conglomerates. With origins dating back to 1889, Asahi’s U.S. entity was strategically positioned in California due to its large Asian-American consumer base and proximity to Pacific shipping routes. Under the leadership of Keiji Matsumoto, the company has expanded from niche Asian retail into mainstream American supermarkets, health stores, and online platforms.
Core Business
Asahi Beverages America focuses on:
- Importing, marketing, and distributing iconic Japanese beverage brands
- Expanding distribution of CALPICO®, JUROKU CHA, and MITSUYA CIDER
- Building cultural awareness and brand loyalty in North America
- Aligning product innovation with U.S. consumer trends (e.g., low-sugar, functional beverages)