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Aretha's Beverages

Created with an original family recipe, Aretha's Beverages features 3 unique and tasty drinks that have excited taste buds for over 40 years... Mrs.
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Aretha was a former well-known caterer from Atkins, AR. Jones catered parties, weddings and many special occasions, both locally and nationally, with heart and soul. Her passion for cooking began at an early age, when as a child she refused to work in the hot sun on the family farm. As the story goes, her father gave her the choice of working in the field or preparing food for the family, she said

“fine” and the rest is history. Little did she know that her choice would lead to catering events for over 40 years & ultimately developing and perfecting her own brand. She created signature punch and mint tea beverages that were requested by all walks of life and could be identified by its distinct color and swift sweet aromas inspired by simple ingredients from her family farm growing up in Atkins AR. She passed on the recipe and her signature beverages are still made the same way she prepared them. Currently, Aretha's Beverages are available for purchase in Little Rock, AR by appointment only. Prices for the beverages are as follows:

$3/bottle (12 oz. bottles)
$15 for 6-pack (Mix & Match Flavors Available)
$5/Quart
$10/gallon

If you would like to schedule an appointment for purchasing either beverage, then please email [email protected] with your desired order, and a representative will respond to schedule a time for pick-up or delivery.

09/02/2024

“Before the reward, there must be labor.”
- Ralph Ransom

09/02/2024

“Before the reward, there must be labor.”
- Ralph Ransom

08/20/2024

Happy National Radio Day 📻 !

08/20/2024

Happy 78th birthday to former President Bill Clinton!

07/23/2024

ReRe (Aretha Pearson Jones) would have been 107 years old today. We miss you so much.
Forever in our hearts!

07/14/2024

06/21/2024

Can’t wait!

I look forward to sharing some of my wonderful works of art with the community!

06/16/2024

I know it’s your day dad but my big sis, mommy and me just love the way you barbecue!

06/16/2024

Happy Birthday Ms.Robbie of Sweetie Pies from the OWN Network from AB !

06/14/2024

Aretha’s Strawberry Lemonade with Basil Sorbet can be found at Loblolly Creamery all summer starting today!

Aretha's Beverages Strawberry Lemonade with Basil Sorbet, the official drink of In Da Rock, a partnership with Mosaic Templars Cultural Center Red in food and drinks for Juneteenth have long been the symbol of resilience and strength which is one of the reasons why the strawberry flavor was chosen. Available in scoops and hand-packed pints.

Aretha’s signature beverages are still made the same way as she prepared them in the 1920’s.

05/13/2024

🥞 Hotcakes & catfish samples, book reading, kids cooking corner, book signing and new book sneak peek all happening Saturday, May 18 .

Join us.

https://a.co/d/4PqoWtE

04/07/2024

Please join a conversation with Dr. Jacque and myself today 4/7 at 3pm.

03/25/2024

Of course we had cute soul food sample bites at our book signing on 3/23 & featured a new beverage, ReRe’s Peach and Ginger Lemonade which can be found in our book “ReRe and the Pie Contest”!

Thanks again to all that showed up on Saturday and thanks to all who purchased prior to book signing.

Book will be available at local businesses soon. But in the meantime you can purchase on Amazon.

https://a.co/d/98pCzlD

Thank you Mosaic Templars Cultural Center for hosting the event.

03/22/2024

JaCinda and Natalie, authors of a new children's book, and cookbook photographer Nia of “ReRe and the Pie Contest"! Want to invite you to their book signing.

The main character, ReRe is based on their grandmother and Nia’s great grandmother the late Aretha Pearson Jones. Ms. Jones was a well-known, long-time, beloved Arkansas caterer.

Illustrated by Sondra A. Strong Art

We hope you'll join us to celebrate their book release and signing at Mosaic Templars Cultural Center this weekend.
Nia Hardin

03/19/2024

📚 Book Signing Event: ReRe and the Pie Contest

🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 23, 2024
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
📍 Location: Mosaic Templars Cultural Center

Join us for an unforgettable book signing event featuring the captivating children's book, ReRe and the Pie Contest. Dive into the world of ReRe, based on Aretha Jones, crafted by the brilliant minds of author s Jacinda Jones and Dr. Natalie Griffin, Ph.D. and illustrator Sondra Strong.

👩‍🏫 Meet Jacinda Jones, one of the authors behind the magical story, and 🎨 Sondra Strong, the creative genius who brought the tale to life with her illustrations. This is your chance to get your copy signed and experience the magic of storytelling up close.

📘✨ Whether you're a fan of enchanting stories or looking to inspire the young readers in your life, this event is for you. Don't miss out on the opportunity to support local talent and add a signed masterpiece to your collection.

👫👭 Bring your friends and family for a day filled with fun and even sample a recipe or two from the book. 🥧

📣 Spread the word and mark your calendars! We can't wait to see you there.

🏈Available on Amazon! Buy your copy today! ReRe and the Pie Contest https://a.co/d/98pCzlD

02/20/2024

Thank you King-Kennedy Committee for the opportunity.

❤️🙏🏽Carrying out what GOD placed in me to do.

Feeding and loving on his people (425+) by providing (I pray) good soul food that warmed their hearts and feed their souls.

02/14/2024

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Fall in love with Aretha’s Strawberry Lemonade with Basil again Bakery!

10/31/2023

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Spent a little time sipping on the official Juneteenth In Da Rock cocktail “Sweet Summer Sip” with a few awesome ladies at AC Hotel in Downtown Little Rock on yesterday evening! This cocktail is everything . You must try ( location attached ) before July! Tami East and Faith Seahorn thank y’all for creating and giving a new way to enjoy Aretha’s Strawberry Lemonade with Basil. Have Bar-Will Travel,LLC Delta Dirt

It’s sweet way to celebrate Juneteenth and the ONLY day to purchase a scoop or two of Aretha's Beverages Strawberry Lemonade with Basil Sorbet at Loblolly Creamery in Little Rock, Arkansas. Proceeds of your purchase of the sorbet will go to Mosaic Templars Cultural Center. Aretha’s Strawberry Lemonade with Basil is official drink of #Juneteenth In Da Rock a partnership with MTCC. Red in food and drinks for Juneteenth have long been the symbol of resilience and strength which is one of the reasons why the strawberry flavor was chosen. Aretha’s signature beverages are still made the same way as she prepared them in the 1920’s. #arethasbeverages #loblollycreamery #loblolly #icecream #sorbet #icecreamlove #icecreamtime #icecreamshop #icecreamcone #sorbet #veganicecream #dairyfreeicecream #strawberry #strawberries #littlerock #arkansas #madefromscratch #smallbatch #smallbatchicecream #littlerockfoodie #arkansasfoodie #littlerockeats

Happy Sunday!!

Happy First Day of Summer!!!

Guess who’s googling Aretha’s Beverages? The one and only Mrs. Kandi Burruss-Tucker! Would love to have AB @ OLG! Thanks Miss. Southern Rivers 2022 London Jones and sister Janee for sharing .

A man who loved to dance!

AB would like to wish a Happy Heavenly Birthday to Lonnie W. Jones he would have been 71 today. A man who loved to dance! He was a great supporter of AB and the son of our company’s namesake. Lonnie Jones loved to dance . He participated and won various dance contests as a young man and planned his own birthday parties just so he could dance all night and have all eyes on him while he did so through the years . He song in various church and community choirs in Central Arkansas (Bethel A.M.E LR, St. Mark, The Art Porter Singers just to name a few) and while singing at church he would get to rocking, stepping and moving his shoulders in such a way that you wonder if he forget where he was. A year before he passed away he had to have a leg amputated. We know that it hurt him in many ways. But that did not stop him from singing and moving his shoulders in ways that celebrated The Lord. Nonetheless a short 14 second clip was shared of him having fun / dancing at a church function and we wanted to share it with you. It put a tears in our eye and smiles on our faces at the same time. We are sure he is dancing, singing, rocking and just plain showing out today for all those in heaven and our Heavenly Father! Happy Birthday!

A tribute to Mrs. Aretha P. Jones

A tribute to Mrs. Aretha P. Jones, who we lost on this day 18 years ago. Forever in our hearts and always our inspiration❤️ #InMemory #Grandma #Mommy #arethasbeverages

Tell AB something good!! #sipandsavor #arethasbeverages #beverages #littlerockbusinesses #arkansasbusinesses #blackownedbusiness * I don’t own the rights to this music*

We hope you had a “GOOD TIME” celebrating National Lemonade Day with Aretha’s Beverages (AB) on yesterday. Thank you Sim’s BBQ on Barrow ,Tonya and Perci Walker❤️. Thanks to everyone who purchased and for the continued support through the years. Trust, We are working feverishly on being able to provide AB on a regular basis. Please keep AB in your prayers!! The best is yet to come. 🙏🏽 Have a Good weekend!! #sipandsavor #arethasbeverages #beverages #littlerockbusinesses #arkansasbusinesses #blackownedbusiness * I do not own the rights to this song.*

“If this photo had a song” it would sing this.

Happy Sunday! “If this photo had a song” it would be this.

Don’t forget to come out to our next pop-up TOMORROW, June 27 from 1-3pm at 801 Chester St. in Little Rock! #sipandsavor #arethasbeverages #beverages #littlerockbusinesses #blackownedbusiness