How did a high school teacher grading papers poolside transform the pre-mix cocktail industry? In this episode, Dallas Business Journal Managing Editor Rob Schneider features Merrilee Kick, founder of BuzzBallz. Kick shares how she took her idea and built a multi-million dollar business from scratch.

Where did buzz balls come from?

The drink was invented by Merrilee Kick and her sons Alex and Andrew in 2009, who was then a high school teacher, in Dallas, Texas. The idea for the cocktail started with a spherical glass that Kick owned.

What kind of alcohol is in a BuzzBall?

About BuzzBallz: Original BuzzBallz are 15-20% ABV, made from 100% juice and fine vodka, rum, or tequila, and individually packaged in unbreakable, eco-friendly plastic balls. BuzzBallz Chillerz are 15-17% ABV, made with 100% juice, orange wines, and 188 proof brandy, and packaged just like the originals.

What is BuzzBallz worth?

How A High School Teacher Turned BuzzBallz, A Single-Serve Cocktail, Into A $20 Million Business.

Do they sell BuzzBallz in Canada?

BuzzBallz Chillers use the same natural juices and creams as cocktails, but are instead made with an orange-wine base. … Therefore, we are only able to distribute our wine-based cocktails in these areas. Our products are not currently sold in Canada.

How are BuzzBallz made?

About BuzzBallz Original BuzzBallz are 15-20% ABV, made from 100% juice and fine vodka, rum, or tequila, and individually packaged in unbreakable, eco-friendly plastic balls.

Are BuzzBallz strong?

Ugh, me too. The BuzzBall truly does it all with its potent 15-20% alcohol content. This self-contained mix drink is available in 11 flavors; just a variation of liquor and 100% juice. I know what you’re thinking—it’s too good to be true.

Does Shark Tank have buzz balls?

This fun looking nut butter company was started by a couple girls in college who loved peanut butter and wanted to experiment with their own variations and flavors, without the unhealthy ingredients in most snack foods. One thing leads to another, and halfway through their college careers ended up on Shark Tank.

Can you buy stock in BuzzBallz?

BuzzBallz super fans now have a convenient way to stock up on their flavors. To start your first order or view which flavors can be purchased by the case, click here. …

What are the ingredients in a BuzzBallz drink?

BuzzBallz are mixed drinks made from 100% Juices, and Vodka, Rum, or Tequila! We only want the best! Buzzballz adds 8 X distilled vodka to its cocktails, Virgin Islands rum is used for our rum drinks, and real tequila from Mexico is used for our Tequila Rita! They are 15% ABV, best served chilled.

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What do BuzzBallz taste like?

Product Description. This margarita combines the crisp, bold flavor of lime with the freshness of agave. The tart taste is cut with a bit of sweetness, allowing a smoother sip. This margarita pairs well with foods heavy in seasoning or spice.

What do you mix with Buzz Ballz?

• 1 ½ Stiff Lemonade Biggies.
• 2 Liters of lime soda.
• Ice.
• Fruit of your choice to taste.

Are buzz balls good?

These are really good, especially this flavor in particular. These are a good start to night out or a day of drinking. They taste good but have a nice strong kick. Would recommend to anyone looking for a good pregame.

How many shots are in a fifth?

NameShotsOuncesShot11.5Pint10.516Fifth1725.36Liter2233.82

Can you freeze BuzzBallz?

Irreverent new single-serve cocktail beverage BuzzBallz comes in a brightly colored party ball-shaped ‘PET can’ that is unbreakable, freezable, and fun.

Is 15 alcohol a lot?

Heavy drinking, which is having 8 drinks or more per week for women and 15 drinks or more per week for men.

How many shots does it take to get drunk?

For getting a little drunk, three shots of vodka are enough. If you continue to drink up to 8 to 9 shots, that’s when they start getting more drunk. The upper cap for men is ten shots of vodka. Exceeding this, they will be extremely drunk.

How many beers make you drunk?

For the average guy of 190 pounds (86kg) it takes 4 to 5 beers in 1 hour to get drunk, while for the average woman of 160lbs or 73kg, it’s 3 to 4 beers. The term “to get drunk” here means above 0.08% of blood alcohol content (BAC), and in US that means legally intoxicated (or legally drunk).

What liquor is in Four Loko?

Four Loko’s current recipe is a blend of malt liquor and “natural and artificial flavors.” We don’t get much more info than that as far as ingredients go, but flavors of the drink range from the classic lemonade, to the curiosity-inducing “Gold.”

How many calories are in BuzzBallz?

Verified Reply – BuzzSquadHello Lime ‘Rita BuzzTallz has 205 calories. You can also find additional nutritional information on BuzzBallz.com under products page.

What alcohol is in Strawberry BuzzBallz?

Being a rum drinker, I was curious and extremely interested in trying this new ready to drink premixed cocktail that tastes deliciously sweet with a strawberry flavor including hints of banana and coconut combined with 15% alcohol to give the drink an extra punch.

How much percent does a Four Loko have?

A: The alcohol content of Four Loko varies by state, but is typically available in 8%, 10%, 12% or 14% alcohol by volume (ABV). For more information about our products, please visit our flavors page.

Are Buzzballz popular?

When there’s something cool out there you’ve never heard about before, chances are you’ll come across someone raving about it on TikTok at some point. Users of the platform are always putting out reviews about the most underrated products and BuzzBallz are one of the most popular boozy products on the app.