Shock Top and Auntie Anne's partnered for the Beer Kneads Pretzels campaign to offer consumers a chance to win some prizes through an exclusive sweepstakes and more. The campaign is seeing Auntie Anne's giving away $300 gift cards alongside co-branded merch to randomly selected winners who can enter by simply scanning the QR code at retail POS displays or by visiting a promotional website. Consumers can also enjoy an exclusive code for $6 off a $12 or more purchase at Auntie Anne's when they purchase a six-pack of Shock Stop Twisted Pretzel Wheat beer through December 2025.
The Shock Top and Auntie Anne's partnership includes a merchandise capsule collection of sweatshirts, sling bags and more for consumers to win that all boast the Beer Kneads Pretzels branding.
Pretzel Beer Partnerships
Shock Top and Auntie Anne's Partnered for Beer Kneads Pretzels
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Craft Beer — The craft beer industry is capitalizing on unique flavor infusions and crossover partnerships to stand out in a competitive market, creating new consumer products.
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