Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Launches CanDo: Premium Beverage Co-Packing in Chico, California

CHICO, Calif. — July 16, 2025— Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. officially announces the launch of CanDo, a full-service, next-generation co-packing operation dedicated to producing premium adult beverages. Located adjacent to Sierra Nevada’s iconic brewery in Chico, California, CanDo offers end-to-end manufacturing, packaging, and logistics solutions for forward-thinking beverage brand partners. 

The state-of-the-art facility is engineered to meet the evolving demands of the adult beverage market, specializing in the production of canned spirit-based ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails, natural energy drinks, and other functional beverage products. CanDo is uniquely positioned to deliver operational excellence at scale, while maintaining the small-batch care and precision Sierra Nevada is known for. 

“The Sierra Nevada name has been built on doing things right – crafting world-class beverages and putting quality first,” said Ellie Preslar, Chief Commercial Officer at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. “We approach CanDo with that same commitment. It’s more than a co-packing service – it’s a strategic partner for brands looking to innovate and grow.” 

Full-Service Support  

CanDo offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored for beverage entrepreneurs and established brands alike, including: 

• Ingredient sourcing and supply chain management 

• Beverage formulation and co-manufacturing 

• Packaging, branding, and design support 

• Warehousing, fulfillment, and logistics  

Driving Innovation in the Adult Functional Beverage Space 

The CanDo facility is designed for an array of applications in beyond beer and adult beverage categories. Whether launching a line of premium canned cocktails, scaling an existing blended juice brand for additional markets, or expanding a portfolio of new RTD flavors, CanDo provides the tools, talent, and trusted processes to bring ideas to life, and to market.