CHOPT TO FEATURE ATHLETIC BREWING COMPANY'S AWARD-WINNING BREWS

Chopt Creative Salad Co., the renowned salad destination, is proud to announce its partnership with Athletic Brewing Company, bringing two non-alcoholic beer options to Chopt locations in Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, and New Jersey.

Chopt's commitment to innovation goes beyond salads, challenging conventional pairings by introducing non-alcoholic brews to elevate the overall dining experience.

“We believe in pushing boundaries and offering our customers an experience that goes beyond the ordinary. Teaming up with Athletic Brewing Company allows us to redefine the dining experience by introducing exceptional non-alcoholic drinks that complement our fresh offerings. Our philosophy of 'Better Tastes Better' resonates in this collaboration, we strive to find the best partners in each category to elevate every customer's experience and challenge the status quo. This partnership is bringing a new dimension to the culinary journey we offer to our customers." - Colin McCabe, Co-Founder, Chopt

Participating Chopt locations are now offering craft beverage enthusiasts the chance to savor the distinct flavors of Athletic Brewing’s Run Wild IPA and Upside Dawn Golden.

Run Wild IPA, recognized as the ultimate sessionable IPA, caters to craft lovers with its unique blend of five Northwest hops. This carefully crafted brew boasts an approachable bitterness that perfectly complements the specialty malt body, providing a refreshing experience with only 65 calories per serving¹.

Upside Dawn Golden, a classic craft Golden style, offers a refreshing, clean, and balanced taste with a light-bodied profile. Brewed with premium Vienna Malt and a combination of English and American hops, this 45-calorie golden² delight features subtle earthy and spicy notes harmoniously balanced with citrusy aromas. Crafted to remove gluten³, Upside Dawn Golden is a perfect choice for those seeking an option without compromising on flavor.

"Our goal is to make non-alcoholic beer more accessible so anyone can enjoy an Athletic brew anytime and anywhere. Partnering with Chopt is a great opportunity for us to introduce our most popular brews — Run Wild IPA and Upside Dawn Golden — to more people and continue taking non-alcoholic beer where it's never gone before." – Bill Shufelt, Co-Founder & CEO of Athletic Brewing Company

Athletic Brewing is the largest and most decorated non-alcoholic brewery in America. Visit your nearest Chopt location in Maryland, Washington D.C., Virginia, or New Jersey to experience the satisfying flavors of their Run Wild IPA and Upside Dawn Golden.

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Notes:

¹Average Analysis of Run Wild per 12 fl. oz. — 65 Calories, Carbohydrates 14g, Protein <1g, Fat 0g

²Average Analysis of Upside Dawn per 12 fl. oz. — 45 Calories, Carbohydrates 10g, Protein <1g, Fat 0g

³Upside Dawn is fermented from grains containing gluten and crafted to remove gluten. The gluten content of this product cannot be verified, and this product may contain gluten.

About Chopt Creative Salad Company

Chopt’s mission is to make healthy eating exciting for all people. With the motto "Better Tastes Better," Chopt commits itself to a better process, start to finish – from buying local produce and developing relationships with farms and farmers along the way to seeking out unique artisans from around the world. With a menu that features classic creations, seasonal offerings, shockingly delicious dressings and only the best ingredients, Chopt is committed to doing things better. Founded in New York City in 2001 by best friends Tony Shure and Colin McCabe, Chopt has expanded to a family of over 80 restaurants in New York, Washington, D.C., Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina, with more to come soon. Chopt is fully integrated across all of its locations with digital ordering via its app, website, Group Ordering feature and contactless in-store ordering methods.

About Athletic Brewing Company

Athletic Brewing, founded in 2017 by Bill Shufelt and John Walker, is the 13th largest craft brewer in America and the leading producer of non-alcoholic craft beer. The company’s brews are distributed in all 50 states and available at over 50,000 retail stores nationwide. In 2023, Athletic was ranked as the 4th fastest-growing company in the Americas by Financial Times. Athletic was also ranked as the fastest-growing U.S. beverage manufacturer by Inc. Magazine in 2022, and named one of TIME’s “100 Most Influential Companies.” The company has won over 75 prestigious brewing awards and has earned the title of North American Brewer of the Year in the last four International Beer Challenge competitions. Athletic has custom breweries in Milford, Connecticut, and San Diego, and donates up to $2 million annually to protecting and restoring outdoor spaces across the globe via its Two For The Trails program. Athletic Brewing is proudly a Certified B Corporation™. Its full-flavored near beers and hop-infused sparkling waters are available on www.athleticbrewing.com.