A&W Canada has enhanced its collaboration with UK-based chain Pret A Manger by agreeing to exclusively serve Pret’s Classic Blend coffee at its more than 1,000 restaurants nationwide.
Pret A Manger entered the Canadian market in July 2022, initially opening several concession sites within A&W locations. The first standalone outlet was launched in Toronto in January 2024, followed by a second store in the city and the chain’s first location in Vancouver.
This latest agreement is part of a ten-year development plan established in May 2024, which includes commitments to open additional standalone cafés.
“Pret’s exceptional quality and taste have won over coffee lovers worldwide, and we’re thrilled to bring it to over 1,000 locations across Canada. We’ve tested Pret coffee in select A&W locations where it quickly became a favorite among guests, prompting us to make it our official coffee at all A&W restaurants. We’re excited to introduce this beloved coffee to more Canadians,” stated Scott Darlow, Pret A Manger Lead at A&W Canada.
Founded in 1986, Pret A Manger operates 480 stores in the UK and 210 across 17 international markets. The coffee and food-to-go chain reported achieving £1 billion in annual sales for the first time last year, with group sales reaching £569 million ($752 million) in the first half of 2024.
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