Kerry Celebrates Official Opening of State-of-the-Art Coffee Extraction Facility in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Ribbon-cutting opens Kerry's first Pennsylvania manufacturing site, which significantly expands coffee extraction capacity

BETHLEHEM, Pa., Oct. 1, 2026 /CNW/ -- Kerry, a global leader in taste and sustainable nutrition, has officially opened its state-of-the-art coffee extraction facility in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the company's first manufacturing site in the state. Kerry marked the opening on September 30 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought together customers, industry partners, government representatives, and community leaders for guided facility tours and product tastings.

With plans first announced in September 2025, the site is dedicated to developing natural coffee taste and flavor profiles using advanced extraction and concentration technologies to create premium coffee solutions tailored to each customer's formulation, from ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee beverages to alcoholic drinks, ice cream and savory sauces. The facility increases Kerry's overall coffee extraction capabilities significantly, with independent hot and cold brew extraction lines designed to scale as demand grows.

"The opening of our Bethlehem facility is an important milestone for our coffee business in North America," said John Cahalane, President & CEO of Kerry North America. "It brings additional capacity and advanced processing capabilities closer to customers on the East Coast, helping them respond quickly to changing consumer preferences across hot and cold coffee. Just as importantly, it gives us greater flexibility to develop high-quality coffee experiences while identifying opportunities to reduce supply chain complexity and environmental impact."

"Pennsylvania is open for business, and we are thrilled to welcome Kerry's major investment to the Lehigh Valley," added Rick Siger, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). "This state-of-the-art facility drives local job creation and economic growth in Bethlehem while also positioning Pennsylvania at the forefront of modern, efficient food manufacturing."

Serving Record Demand for Premium Coffee

The Bethlehem facility opens as U.S. demand for premium coffee continues to grow. According to new data from the National Coffee Association, 48% of American adults drank specialty coffee in the past day, outpacing traditional coffee (39%), and setting a record high. Furthermore, dunnhumby's 2026 coffee trends analysis of more than 50 million shoppers finds consumers moving to higher-quality coffee, including RTD formats, despite rising prices. With taste driving competition in branded coffee, the new facility enables Kerry's customers to deliver premium, fresh-brewed flavor that remains shelf-stable without refrigeration.

Advanced Coffee Extraction and Production Capabilities

To help brands meet that demand, the facility applies Kerry's proprietary extraction and thermal processing technologies, including:

• Premium, Tailored Coffee Profiles: Advanced roasting, extraction, concentration and processing technologies that enable Kerry to craft natural, formulation-specific coffee ingredients with consistent, true-to-bean flavor and aroma.
• Cost Efficiency and Menu Versatility: Allows foodservice operators to launch full craft coffee programs – including iced lattes, espresso-style drinks, cold brew and functional beverages – without barista training or capital investment in equipment.
• Built to Scale Using Lower-Carbon Operations: Expansion-ready production capabilities allow Kerry to increase output as customer demand grows, while High-Brix concentration (23–30 Brix) and ambient shipping cut water transport and carbon versus refrigerated alternatives.
  • 61% lower carbon when using Direct Concentrated Fresh (DCF) beans.
  • 40% lower carbon compared to competitor conventional coffee offerings.
  • 34% lower carbon compared to refrigerated Brix products.

The Bethlehem facility will use natural, sustainably sourced ingredients aligned with USDA Organic, Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance and Café Femenino standards that support producer communities and environmental stewardship. Kerry's Beyond the Horizon commitment actively champions certified, ethical and sustainable sourcing standards and developing solutions that are Better for People, Planet and Society.

About Kerry

Kerry is a global leader in taste and nutrition solutions. We innovate with our customers to create great-tasting products, with improved nutrition and functionality, while ensuring a better impact on the planet. Our leading consumer insights, global RD&A team of 1,300 scientists, and extensive global footprint enable us to solve our customers' complex challenges with differentiated solutions. At Kerry, we are driven to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition, and will reach over two billion consumers with sustainable nutrition solutions by 2030. For more information, visit www.kerry.com.   

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