Mom & pop vs. big box stores? We read many post
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We read many posts where people think that getting into the big box stores is like hitting the lottery. Unfortunately that isn't quite true. The many, many more convenience stores outsell big box stores. Getting into both is good, but getting into convenience stores (59% ) first for a start up is a better path to follow than big box (13%).
Check the stats below.
"Distribution of energy drinks and shots continues to expand at a fervent pace -- making these products accessible at nearly any retail outlet from major grocery outlets to dollar stores, and smoothie shops to sporting goods stores. Packaged Facts estimates that convenience stores hold the largest share of market sales (59%), followed by mass merchandisers (13%), supermarkets (10%), club stores/warehouse (5%), and drug stores (2%). In aggregate, all other retailers contribute a significant 11% to market sales."