Southside Craft Soda Launches SouthTex Beverage Company to Scale Production and Distribution

SAN ANTONIO, TX — April 13, 2026 — Southside Craft Soda® today announced the launch of SouthTex Beverage Company, a new operating company built to support the brand’s next phase of growth, production, and retail expansion.

The launch follows a strategic reorganization designed to position the company for scale, building on key milestones including placement on H-E-B shelves across Texas and a Walmart “Golden Ticket” win—both signaling strong demand for the brand’s distinctive South Texas–inspired flavors.

Under the new structure, co-founder Andrew Anguiano will serve as President and CEO of SouthTex Beverage Company, leading strategy, partnerships, and retail expansion efforts.

Co-founder Gregg Spickler, a Culinary Institute of America–trained chef and longtime beverage developer, will continue to oversee production and flavor development, ensuring the brand’s craft roots and South Texas flavor profiles remain central to its identity.

The company also welcomes operating advisor and investor Jimmy Garza, an experienced consumer goods executive and CEO of Bebo Fresh, based in Pharr, Texas. He leads J3 Distributors, a Bebo Fresh affiliate and U.S. distributor for Tehuacán Mineral Water and Agua de Piedra, where he has played a key role in scaling beverage brands across major Texas retailers and national markets.

“Southside Craft Soda started as a way to celebrate the flavors and culture of South Texas,” said Anguiano. “SouthTex Beverage Company gives us the infrastructure to grow intentionally—expanding distribution while staying true to the flavors and stories that built our brand.”

Garza added that the brand is well-positioned to meet growing consumer demand for authenticity and quality.

“Consumers are looking for beverages made with real ingredients and a genuine story,” said Garza. “Southside Craft Soda delivers on both, and we see a clear opportunity to expand its reach while continuing to innovate.”

As part of its return to market, Southside Craft Soda will relaunch several of its signature flavors, including TexaCola®, Limoncito®, and Root Bexar™, alongside a new offering, Ola Orange™.

The sodas are crafted with cane sugar and real fruit juices, with Root Bexar featuring mesquite bean, a distinctive ingredient rooted in South Texas culinary tradition.

Production is slated to resume in early summer, with distribution expected to expand in tandem as the company advances retail partnerships and manufacturing capabilities.

Founded on San Antonio’s South Side, Southside Craft Soda® has built a loyal following through bold, culturally inspired flavors that reflect the spirit of South Texas.

About Southside Craft Soda

Southside Craft Soda is a San Antonio–based beverage brand inspired by the flavors and culture of South Texas. Founded on the city’s South Side, the company creates craft sodas made with real ingredients and distinctive flavor profiles rooted in regional traditions. Its lineup includes TexaCola®, Limoncito®, Root Bexar™, and Ola Orange™. Through SouthTex Beverage Company, the brand is focused on scaling production and expanding retail distribution while staying true to its South Texas roots.