SPRINGFIELD, MO, MAY 20, 2026 – As the United States prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Coca‑Cola is releasing a special collection of commemorative packaging honoring all 50 states — and the limited‑edition Missouri and Arkansas America250 7.5‑ounce mini‑cans for the Ozarks region are being produced locally at Ozarks Coca‑Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company in Springfield.
The commemorative cans highlight the region’s rich heritage, vibrant culture, and the spirit of the people who call the Ozarks home. For Ozarks Coca‑Cola/Dr Pepper, which has served the region for 106 years, the project represents both pride and legacy.
“This commemorative moment carries real significance, and having the Missouri and Arkansas cans produced here, for the Ozarks, is a point of pride for all of us,” said President/CEO Bruce Long. “It shows our history. It shows our commitment. We’re woven into the fabric of the region and this country. Coca‑Cola and the United States’ 250th belong together.”
Behind every bottle and can are the efforts of 900 associates who produce, distribute, sell, and support the best‑selling beverages in the Ozarks and around the world. Each commemorative mini‑can reflects the company’s long‑standing values of hard work, tradition, dedication, and the American spirit.
The America250 collection includes limited-time Coca-Cola Original Taste, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, and Diet Coke bottles and collectible mini‑cans designed for both sharing and display. The packaging also connects consumers to interactive experiences that celebrate the nation’s milestone anniversary.
Ozarks Coca‑Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company remains Missouri’s only Coca‑Cola and Dr Pepper manufacturer — a distinction that underscores its deep roots and ongoing commitment to the communities it serves.
The limited‑edition America250 mini‑cans are available at major retailers, grocery stores, and convenience stores throughout the Ozarks.
Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company
Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Bottling Company is a fourth-generation, family-owned bottler that has been operating in Missouri for over 100 years. Founded by the Rice family in 1920, Coca-Cola and Dr Pepper products are manufactured in Springfield, with sales and distribution branches in Springfield, Bolivar, Joplin, Rolla, West Plains, and Northwest Arkansas.
