The term “mocktail” has seen increased usage within the public consciousness over the past couple decades. As many know, a mocktail is a cocktail-style beverage that does not contain any alcoholic ingredients. While non-alcoholic bar beverages have been around a very long time, with the recent rise of healthy-living initiatives like Dry January, mocktails are…
Though he’s only been a Houston’s employee for a short time so far, Shane Putnam has displayed teamwork, a positive attitude, and an eagerness to learn. These factors and more have earned Shane the recognition as Employee of the Month for November. Shane started with Houston’s in June of 2021, pulling orders and loading trucks.…
Aside from water, tea is the most widely consumed drink on Earth. In 2020, an estimated 6.3 billion kilograms were consumed worldwide; which means people around the globe sipped more than 2 trillion cups of tea on the year. Tea has been an important part of human history for more than 2,000 years. The first…
On December 5, 1933, the 21st Amendment was ratified, putting an end to the era of Prohibition in the United States. Businesses were once again free to legally produce and sell alcoholic beverages across the nation. 1933 is also the year of Houston’s company origins. When the 18th Amendment was enacted in 1920 prohibiting production…
Winter is Coming Winter is a popular time of year when customers reach for seasonally-themed limited-time-offerings at coffee shops and restaurants nationwide. Whether it’s an office coffee break, a grab ’n’ go en route to a shopping excursion, or a holiday gathering, winter-themed beverages are sure to be seen. Familiar Favorites With the unprecedented disruptions…
For going above and beyond with hard work utilizing a diversified skill set, Alex Villarreal has earned recognition as Employee of the Month for October. Alex started with Houston’s in August of 2000, and her experience and longevity have been invaluable assets to the Houston’s team in navigating through recent challenges. The impacts of the…
Ginger beer has seen a surge over the past few years, thanks in no small part to the rise in popularity of the Moscow Mule cocktail. Distinguished by its memorable copper mug presentation, the Moscow Mule has quickly grown to be a standard offering in bars and restaurants around the country. And ginger beer, as…
Jasmine Hardcastle fills a dual role here at Houston’s. By morning, she is an AR Specialist in the Accounts Receivable Department, and in the afternoons works as a Foodservice Specialist within Inside Sales. Flexible, organized, and enthusiastic are just a few of the words used to describe her presence in the Wilsonville office. These qualities,…
Intuitive, resourceful, and adaptable are just a few of the terms used to describe Kevin Wunneburger. As an important part of Houston’s Merchandising Team, Kevin has earned recognition as the Merchandising Employee of the Quarter for Quarter 4. Kevin originally joined Houston’s as a member of the Warehouse Team in 2015. He was eventually offered…
Oscar Perez is a hardworking, team-focused individual, and a valuable part of the KC Warehouse operations crew. It’s these attributes and more that have earned Oscar the recognition as Kansas City Employee of the Quarter for Quarter 4. Oscar has consistently shown an eagerness to learn, and a willingness to take on any job that…