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Subject category: Entrepreneurship
Published by: Amity Research Centers
Published in: 2020

Abstract

Natural, organic and Fairtrade were core to the DNA of Gusto Organic Drinks (Gusto). The first Gusto recipe was originally concocted by organic foods pioneer Craig Sams (Sams) in 1987. The concoction was a unique energy drink which was natural and refined sugar-free. By 2019, the Gusto range consisted of 8 drinks offering an 'ethical, exquisitely-flavoured' alternative to traditional big brand soft drinks. Sams used organic ingredients to create a range of sparkling drinks that delivered flavour and integrity which served as 'exceptional mixers and delicious stand-alone beverages'. The business which was sold to Wessanen in 2002 was soon back in family hands and relaunched as an organic brand. In 2020, Sams was looking to take his organic, Fairtrade and natural brand mainstream. Would Sams succeed in his endeavours?

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2020.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
United Kingdom

Featured company

Gusto Organic
Employees:
51-200
Type:
Self-owned
Industry:
Beverages

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Abstract

Natural, organic and Fairtrade were core to the DNA of Gusto Organic Drinks (Gusto). The first Gusto recipe was originally concocted by organic foods pioneer Craig Sams (Sams) in 1987. The concoction was a unique energy drink which was natural and refined sugar-free. By 2019, the Gusto range consisted of 8 drinks offering an 'ethical, exquisitely-flavoured' alternative to traditional big brand soft drinks. Sams used organic ingredients to create a range of sparkling drinks that delivered flavour and integrity which served as 'exceptional mixers and delicious stand-alone beverages'. The business which was sold to Wessanen in 2002 was soon back in family hands and relaunched as an organic brand. In 2020, Sams was looking to take his organic, Fairtrade and natural brand mainstream. Would Sams succeed in his endeavours?

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2020.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
United Kingdom

Featured company

Gusto Organic
Employees:
51-200
Type:
Self-owned
Industry:
Beverages

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