Chilean beverage company engaged in brewing, bottling, and distributing alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Compañía Cervecerías Unidas S.A. (CCU) operates as a prominent beverage company across several South American countries including Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Established in 1850 and headquartered in Santiago, Chile, CCU has grown to become a key player in the region's beverage industry. The company operates through three main segments: Chile, International Business, and Wine.
CCU's diverse product portfolio includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It is renowned for producing and selling a wide range of beers under its proprietary and licensed brands, catering to varying consumer preferences. Beyond beers, CCU manufactures and distributes non-alcoholic beverages such as carbonated soft drinks, nectars, juices, sports and energy drinks, ice tea, and bottled water, including flavored and purified varieties.
In addition to beverages, CCU is actively involved in the production and distribution of spirits including pisco, cocktails, rum, flavored alcoholic beverages, gin, and cider. The company serves a broad customer base that includes small and medium-sized retail outlets, restaurants, hotels, bars, wholesalers, and supermarket chains. Furthermore, CCU exports its diverse product range to markets spanning Europe, Latin America, North America, Asia, Oceania, and beyond, solidifying its presence as a global player in the beverage sector.