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Choice USA Beverage marks 100 years of beverage history in Gastonia
The story traces Bludwine Bottling to Choice USA Beverage in 1987, highlights founder CP Nanney and 1939 buyout, and notes evolution through brands like Orange Crush and Cheerwine. It follows Jim Falls and Jay Falls guiding growth to 250+ employees, four facilities, 30 national brands, and a 2004 full line vending venture, with a forthcoming Thank You Tour.
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Mr. CP Nanney
L.L
M.O. Mingus
Bludwine Bottling Company
Choice USA Beverage, Inc
Nanney
Long Avenue
East Franklin Blvd
Kennedy
Mr. Falls
Gastonia
Jim Falls
Orange Crush
Falls
CP Nanney
Jay Falls
JP Falls
Jay
Double Cola
Bai
Fiji Water
Snapple
Choice USA
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