Contract Energy Drink Manufacturing

How does contract manufacturing work?

The process has four main steps: (1) defining product, taste, caffeine level and can size; (2) recipe approval and sample; (3) printed can/label supply and production plan; (4) production on three lines, filling, packaging and shipment. If you have no recipe, a fast start is possible using Hema's proven formulas.

What you bring vs what we provide

Minimum order, lead time and filling

The typical minimum for your own brand is 3×40ft containers. Approximate cans per container: 92,160 at 250 ml, 72,000 at 330 ml, 48,000 at 500 ml. After order confirmation and printed-can supply, production usually takes 4-6 weeks. Filling covers carbonated/still beverage into aluminium cans; shelf life is 24 months. For cost items see the production cost guide.

Contract or private label?

The two models often overlap. In short: private label usually produces the manufacturer's proven recipe under your brand; narrow contract produces your own recipe. Hema does both. For a detailed comparison see private label vs contract manufacturing, and for brand-launch steps start your own brand. For a broader view we also have a private label page.