Kampeon Announces Northern California Distribution Partnership with Rock Island Refrigerated

Filipino Vitamin-Enhanced Sparkling Water™ expands availability across Northern California

SAN FRANCISCO, CA Kampeon Water, the Vitamin-Enhanced Sparkling Water™ brand bringing tropical Filipino flavors and everyday wellness together, today announced a new distribution partnership with Rock Island Refrigerated. The partnership marks a significant milestone in Kampeon's growth and will expand the brand's availability throughout Northern California.

Rock Island Refrigerated, one of Northern California's leading natural and specialty food distributors, services hundreds of independent grocery stores, specialty markets, and regional retailers throughout the region. Through this partnership, Kampeon will significantly expand its retail footprint and make its beverages more accessible to consumers seeking refreshing, functional alternatives to traditional sparkling drinks.

Kampeon was founded to proudly celebrate the vibrant flavors and culture of the Philippines through a modern functional beverage. Each Vitamin-Enhanced Sparkling Water contains Vitamin C, Vitamins B6 and B12, and magnesium, with no caffeine, no artificial sweeteners, just 2–5 grams of sugar, and only 15–25 calories per can.

Kampeon's inaugural lineup features three tropical flavors inspired by the Philippines:

• Calamansi: tart, citrusy and bright
• Lychee: floral, juicy and tropical
• Melon: delicate, honeyed and fruity

Since launching in December 2025, Kampeon has steadily expanded its retail presence, earned repeat orders from retail partners, and received positive customer feedback online, signaling strong early consumer demand.

"This partnership represents an exciting next chapter for Kampeon," said Chris Galang, Founder and CEO of Kampeon. "Our mission has always been to introduce more people to the incredible flavors of the Philippines while creating a beverage that's both delicious and functional. Rock Island gives us the opportunity to reach more communities throughout Northern California while continuing to build strong relationships with independent retailers."

"We're thrilled to welcome Kampeon to our portfolio," said Sonny Hunter, Head of Sales at Rock Island Refrigerated. "The brand offers something genuinely differentiated, unique Filipino flavors paired with functional benefits that resonate with today's consumers. We believe Kampeon is well positioned to succeed with our retail partners."

The partnership comes as consumers continue to seek beverages that combine wellness, great taste, and authentic brand stories. Kampeon occupies a distinctive position within the sparkling water category by introducing Filipino flavors rarely found in mainstream beverage aisles while delivering daily functional benefits through essential vitamins and magnesium.

Retailers interested in carrying Kampeon can now order through Rock Island Refrigerated throughout Northern California.

About Kampeon Water

Kampeon Water is a San Francisco-based beverage company creating Vitamin-Enhanced Sparkling Water™ that celebrates the vibrant flavors of the Philippines. Created to celebrate culture through taste, each can is a tribute to identity, everyday wellness, and the power of flavor to bring people together. Named after the Tagalog word for "Champion," Kampeon is on a mission to bring Filipino heritage into the American mainstream, one refreshing can at a time.

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