Rockstar terminates contract with AG Barr

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AG Barr has received notice of termination of its sale and distribution contract with Rockstar Inc.

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The contract will terminate on 23 August, but it is anticipated that the group will continue to manufacture, sell and distribute Rockstar energy drinks up to 1 November 2020.

In accordance with the terms of the contract, a one-off compensation payment will be paid to the AG Barr.

Earlier this week, Rockstar revealed it is reformulating its core range with 25% more caffeine. AG Barr has held the Rockstar contract since the brand entered the UK market in October 2007.