Bittermilk Bottling to expand South Carolina beverage plant

Bittermilk Bottling Co. will spend $8.2 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Charleston County, South Carolina. According to a May 21 announcement from the governor’s office, the beverage company will add 12 jobs and relocate its nonalcoholic cocktail mixer and syrup production to a new 12,000-square-foot factory in Ravenel, South Carolina, a move the company expects to increase production capacity. Bittermilk says the expansion is expected to be operational by later this summer.

In a statement, Bittermilk’s co-founders noted both have personal roots in the state and expect to continue manufacturing there.

What people are saying

“We’re proud to continue growing Bittermilk in Charleston County, where our business began and where we’ve built strong roots over the past two decades,” said Bittermilk foudners Joe and MariElena Raya. “Being born and raised in Charleston, and growing up in the food and beverage industry here, has given us a deep appreciation for this community. It’s an honor to keep building our future here while continuing to make high-quality, American-made products.” 

“Bittermilk’s expansion in Charleston County is another example of the success South Carolina businesses are finding across our state,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “The addition of 12 new jobs is a win for the Lowcountry, and we congratulate Bittermilk on their continued success.”

“Bittermilk is a South Carolina success story, and their expansion is great news for the state,” said South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers. “Forward-looking small agribusinesses are essential to the future of the industry, and we celebrate their growth.” 

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