Inspired by the fruits of the Brazilian rainforest, Rio is a refreshing, delicious blend of tropical flavours made to help you bring the sunny side to all of life’s adventures. In December the company also gained full ownership of MOMA Foods, a barista-focused oat drink brand​.

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This acquisition is a further positive indication of our strategic ambitions,”​ said Roger White, AG Barr CEO.With a brand building business model, and following the Boost acquisition, we have moved quickly to secure the long-term position of the Rio brand within our wider portfolio,” says A.

drinks brand Rio Tropical AG Barr acquires soft drinks brand Rio Tropical

Rio was redesigned again in 2017 by Pearlfisher taking inspiration from Brazilian street art to target a younger demographic. Today, Rio has made its mark as the perfect pairing for delicious food, good times and great company. We have made this change to improve the nutritional profile of Rio Tropical, which has involved increasing the percentage of fruit juice and puree from concentrate and reducing the overall sugar content by through the use of sweeteners such as Sucralose and Acesulfame. The logo was changed as well, with the ‘O’ being turned into a sun to emphasise their slogan of "Celebrate the Sunny".

Our specially trained Gaucho Chefs are onhand to serve our exquisite meat cuts that are continuously carved at the table in a traditional Rodizio style. You may have seen me swinging around your favourite Rio Light can or trying to sneak a sip of your Rio 1. The reformulation has removed over 50% of the total sugar content compared to the original recipe, reducing it to less than 4. As brand builders we are delighted to acquire the Rio brand and secure its long-term position in our wider portfolio. Lightly Carbonated Water, Fruit Juice and Puree from Concentrate (11%) (Orange, Guava, Apricot, Mango, Passion Fruit), Sugar, Acid (Citric Acid), Vitamin C, Sweeteners (Acesulfame K, Sucralose), Natural Flavourings.