Carbonated Soft Drinks

Carbonated Soft Drink (CSD) Formulation and Development

The soda aisle isn't what it used to be. From functional sodas packed with adaptogens and prebiotics to nostalgic flavors getting a better-for-you makeover, carbonated soft drinks are having a full-on renaissance. BevSource helps you tap into it, with custom soda formulation that takes you from concept to production-ready formula.

Our Soft Drink Formulation Services

Our carbonated beverage services address:

Research and Planning

Before you build, you need to know if it's buildable. BevSource's in-depth feasibility study gives you honest feedback from our development, sourcing and production specialists covering real costs, ingredient availability and market fit, so your plan is grounded in facts, not optimism. 

Expert Formulation Development

Making and replicating a recipe in a home kitchen is different than producing it at scale, and your manufacturing partner will expect a proven, commercial-ready formulation before beginning. Our experts help translate your vision into a product that performs in real-world production. Our decades of industry experience enable us to offer expert advice on beverage recipe development.

In-House Quality Testing

We can complete analytical testing and acquire the Nutrition Facts Panel information required for labeling in The Lab, our exclusive certified testing facility. The Lab offers analytical, microbiological and Quality Assurance testing. We can also run an FDA-compliant nutrition analysis and conduct accelerated shelf-life testing to ensure your product is ready for market.

Production Support

BevSource helps you identify and access the partners and services that align with your current and future goals. Whether you're looking for small-batch manufacturing or co-packers ready to scale your business up, we can help. We also have a network of partners to guide you through financing, branding and sales for end-to-end soft drink launch support.

Procurement and Sourcing

BevSource sources the ingredients your formula needs to meet specs, even for hard-to-find components. We also offer numerous packaging and labeling solutions to help you procure the ideal packaging for your new beverage.

Why Choose BevSource?

BevSource offers personalized CSD formulation services to help your beverage company reduce risk and get acceptance from co-packers. We bring your beverage concept to reality using our extensive experience, supplier relationships and innovative beverage development resources.

Our Custom Soda Formulation Process

As a custom soft drink manufacturer, BevSource specializes in guiding you through the formulation process so that you have a formula for a beverage that is not only aligned with your vision but also cost-effective and competitive, which is important whether you are starting a soda company or have been established for years. At the end, you’ll have a scalable commercial formula that you own and that you can take to a soft drink co-packer for production.

Carbonated Soft Drink Ingredients

From sweeteners and flavors to acids, colors, functional ingredients and natural caffeine alternatives, we procure the quality ingredients you need to formulate and produce a carbonated soft drink. Our global network of vetted suppliers ensures quality, consistency and reliable supply at every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Does BevSource Help Bring My Soft Drink to Market Faster?

BevSource is a soda development company that helps brands move faster by connecting every step of the process, from formulation and sourcing to production. With expert guidance and a vetted network of suppliers and co-packers, we eliminate delays, reduce trial and error, and keep your project moving forward.

Can BevSource Help Soda Companies Expand Into New Beverage Sectors?

BevSource will help your company break into new beverage categories. We have industry expertise with many beverage types and will provide professional advice to make your new beverage successful.

Talk to Our Custom Soft Drink Experts

BevSource is here to help with all aspects of soft drink production. Contact our team today to learn more about working with BevSource.