Document:

Exhibit 10.30

                           DISTRIBUTORSHIP AGREEMENT

      This Distributorship Agreement (this "Agreement"), for reference purposes
dated as of 12/09, 2002, is entered into by and between TAZO TEA COMPANY
("Tazo") and MASTER DISTRIBUTORS, INC. dba Atlantic Beverage Company, a Maryland
corporation ("Distributor").

                                    RECITALS

      A.   Distributor is in the business of distributing bottled beverages to
retail and food sources. Tazo sells tea and related products, including bottled
ready-to-drink flavored teas.

      B.   Tazo wishes to grant and Distributor wishes to acquire certain rights
to distribute Tazo's bottled beverages to the counties in Maryland, Virginia and
Washington D.C. listed on Schedule 1 attached hereto ("the Territory"). The
purpose of this Agreement is to set forth the terms and conditions of
Distributor's distributorship.

      NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein,
the parties hereto agree as follows:

                                   AGREEMENT

1.    Distributorship.

      1.1  Distribution Rights. Subject to Sections 1.2 and 1.3 below and the
terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, Distributor will serve as
Tazo's exclusive distributor in the Territory described in Schedule 1 and for
those Products described in Schedule 1.

      1.2  Product Line. To retain its exclusive, non-transferable right during
the term of this Agreement to distribute the Products in the Territory,
Distributor shall market, distribute and sell for Tazo under the terms of this
Agreement any additional ready-to-drink bottled Tazo tea that another
distributor offers to market, distribute and sell for Tazo in the Territory. In
the event Distributor fails to add such ready-to-drink bottled Tazo tea to the
list of Products within ten (10) business days of written notice from Tazo, Tazo
may grant such other distributor the right to also distribute the Products in
the Territory.

      1.3  Excluded Sales Channels. Notwithstanding the description of
Distributor's Territory in which Distributor shall have the exclusive,
non-transferable right to sell the Products subject to the terms and conditions
of this Agreement, Distributor acknowledges and agrees to the following
exceptions to its exclusive distribution rights:

           (a)   Natural Specialty Food Distributors may distribute the Products
to customers in the Territory;

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           (b)   Tazo's parent company, Starbucks Corporation, and any of its
authorized distributors may distribute the Products in the Territory; and

           (c)   Any purchaser of Products that participates in the distribution
offered or mandated by a national or regional food service company with accounts
located both in- and outside the Territory may purchase Products from the
mandated distributor.

      1.4  Reserved Rights. Tazo reserves the right at any time to change,
modify or discontinue any of the Products and to amend Schedule 1 accordingly.
Additionally, Tazo may, but is not obligated to, add Products to Schedule 1
which may then be distributed as provided herein, except that such new Products
may be subject to additional terms and conditions.

      1.5  Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the Commencement Date
shown on Schedule 1 with an initial term of one (1) year ("Initial Term") and
shall expire at the end of the Initial Term if written notice of the Agreement's
expiration is given by either party at least thirty (30) days prior to the last
day of the Initial Term. Otherwise, following the Initial Term, this Agreement
shall automatically renew and continue for additional one (1)-year terms unless
canceled by either party by written notice at least thirty (30) days prior to
the end of any renewal term. This Agreement may also be terminated earlier
pursuant to Article 9 of this Agreement.

      1.6  Authority. Distributor is an independent legal entity, and the
relationship between Distributor and Tazo is entirely based on Distributor's
purchasing and selling Tazo's products for Distributor's own account.
Distributor shall have no authority whatsoever to bind or represent Tazo in any
respect. Nothing contained herein shall be deemed to create a partnership
between the parties or the relationship of principal and agent.

2.    Distributor Obligations.

      2.1  Marketing Efforts. Distributor agrees to use its best endeavors to
promote the sale of the Products in the Territory on the maximum possible scale
by all usual means and to act loyally to Tazo in all matters involved in this
Agreement. In addition, Distributor agrees to:

           (a)   timely make all payments and/or pay accounts payable due Tazo
in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement;

           (b)   comply with all laws, rules and regulations applicable to its
performance pursuant to this Agreement and shall procure and maintain all
licenses and permits necessary to the performance of its business;

           (c)   advise Tazo of any inquiries which it or any of its associated
companies may receive from any prospective customers for the supply of Products
outside the Territory;

           (d)   describe itself as a distributor for Tazo in the Territory in
all commercial documents relating to the Products;

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           (e)   inform Tazo immediately of any changes in Distributor's
organization or method of doing business which might affect the performance of
Distributor's duties hereunder; and

           (f)   keep Tazo fully informed at all times of the market conditions,
competitive products and prices, and other facts material to the marketing of
the Products in the Territory.

      2.2  Non-Competition. During the term of this Agreement, Distributor shall
not, directly or indirectly, distribute in the Territory, Tazo products
purchased from any person other than Tazo.

      2.3  Prohibited Practices. Distributor agrees not to sell the Products by
mail order, over the Internet or by similar means. In addition, Distributor
agrees (a) not to pledge, in any manner, the credit of Tazo, (b) not to receive
any money on behalf of Tazo, (c) not to make any contracts or commitments on
behalf of Tazo, and (d) not to make any warranties or other representations
regarding the Products other than those authorized by Tazo in writing.

      2.4  Insurance. Distributor represents that it maintains and will continue
to maintain worker's compensation and employer's liability insurance in keeping
with statutory requirements. Distributor shall also maintain commercial general
liability insurance and commercial auto liability insurance, with a per
occurrence limit of liability of no less than $1,000,000.00, naming Tazo Tea
Company and Starbucks Corporation as additional insureds. Distributor shall
additionally maintain legal liability coverage in sufficient amounts to cover
damage to Tazo products in its care, custody and control.

      2.5  Quality Standards. Distributor shall at all times comply with the
Warehouse Operating Procedures and Quality Control Procedures set forth in
attached Exhibit A. Distributor shall not distribute Products that have exceeded
their recommended shelf life ("Expired Products"), that have been improperly
stored, or that have otherwise become tainted, spoiled and/or stale. Distributor
shall accurately and completely communicate to any purchaser of the Products the
proper methods for storage of the Products.

      2.6  Expired Products. Distributor shall report quantities of Expired
Product to Tazo and the parties will mutually determine proper disposition of
all Expired Products. Tazo shall not be obligated to credit Distributor for any
Expired Product.

3.    Sales.

      3.1  Distributor Prices. Tazo shall, in its sole discretion, establish the
prices to be charged to Distributor for each Product (the "Distributor Prices").
The current Distributor Prices are set forth in Schedule 1 attached hereto. Tazo
shall have the right, in its sole discretion, to increase or decrease the
Distributor Prices upon thirty (30) days' written notice to Distributor.
Distributor Price increases will not affect orders already accepted by Tazo.
Price decreases shall apply to all Products not delivered.

      3.2  Distributor Orders. Distributor shall place written orders with Tazo
at least ten (10) business days prior to the delivery date shown on the written
order. No order shall be for less than the minimum order quantities shown on
Schedule 1.

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      3.3  Payment Terms. Tazo shall invoice Distributor directly at the "bill
to" address shown on Schedule 1. All invoices are due upon issuance and are
payable by Distributor net thirty (30) days from the date of issuance. A late
payment charge will be assessed on any obligation not paid when due at a rate of
1.5% per month; provided, however, that any late payment charge shall not be
assessed at a rate which exceeds the maximum permitted by applicable law.

      3.4  Resale Price. Distributor may resell the Products to purchasers at
the price Distributor determines in its sole discretion.

      3.5  Freight/Shipping Costs. Distributor shall be responsible for any and
all freight/shipping costs payable hereunder or under any agreement with a
customer.

      3.6  Financing. Distributor, and not Tazo, shall be solely responsible for
all risk of nonpayment for Products distributed on credit.

      3.7  Taxes and Licensing. Distributor shall pay all excise, sales, and
other similar taxes payable in respect of the Products shipped to Distributor;
and obtain any licenses, authorizations, permissions, and other documents, and
comply with all formalities in a state for the import, export, distribution,
sale and/or other disposal of the Products in and from each state.

4.    Delivery and Risk of Loss.

      4.1 Delivery. Tazo shall ship the Products ordered by Distributor within
the normal shipping schedule established by Tazo from time to time, but cannot
guarantee a specific shipment date. Accordingly, Tazo's sole obligation to
Distributor shall be to ship Products as promptly as reasonably practicable.
Tazo shall not be liable to Distributor for unavailability of or delay in
shipment or receipt of Products because of temporary product shortages, order
backlogs, production difficulties, delays, unavailability of transportation,
fire, strikes, work stoppages, or other causes beyond the reasonable control of
Tazo. In the event of product shortage, Tazo reserves the right to substitute
the unavailable Product with a comparable product.

      4.2  Risk of Loss. Delivery shall be made F.O.B. Tazo's plant. Possession
of and title to all Products ordered hereunder shall be deemed to pass to
Distributor upon delivery to the common carrier at the point of shipment.
Distributor shall thereupon assume all risk of loss or damage, except for any
loss resulting from the negligence of Tazo. Transportation charges and cost of
insurance which may be incurred shall be added to the Distributor Price for each
Product and shall be paid by Distributor.

      4.3  Inspection. Distributor shall inspect the Products upon receipt to
confirm that Products conform to specifications and/or product descriptions.
Tazo will only remedy those defects or damage that are noted on the original
bill of lading at the time of receipt. In addition to noting the defects or
damage on the bill of lading, Distributor also must notify Tazo of the defects
or damage by facsimile within 72 hours after Distributor's receipt of the
Products. As Distributor's sole remedy under this Agreement, Distributor may
return any Product which contains visible defects on the packaging or has been
damaged in shipment for (a) replacement, or (b) credit in the amount of the
Product's Distributor Price. Tazo will pay for return or replacement of such
Products, provided a Tazo designated carrier is used. Distributor's signature

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on the bill of lading acknowledging receipt shall be conclusive evidence that
the Products were received undamaged and that the Products conform to
specifications and/or Product descriptions.

5.    [Reserved]

6.    Inspection Rights. Tazo, or any agency selected by Tazo, shall have access
within Distributor's facility at reasonable times to inspect the Products,
Distributor's storage of the Products, and any equipment or facility related to
Distributor's receipt, storage, shipping or delivery of the Products.
Distributor shall cooperate with such inspections as necessary.

7.    Warranty and Limitation of Liability.

      7.1  Product Warranty. Tazo warrants that the Products delivered to
Distributor, at the time of delivery, shall (a) conform to Tazo's specifications
and to all labeling on the packaging of the Products, (b) be in unadulterated
form, and (c) be in compliance with U.S. laws, statutes, rules, regulations and
relevant orders relating to the manufacture, use, distribution and sale of the
Products. Tazo shall not be responsible for any defects in the Products arising
from Distributor's failure to follow proper operating procedures, misuse or
mishandling of the Products, improper storage of the Products, modifications to
the Products not approved by Tazo, or use of Expired Products. Tazo shall not be
responsible for any visible defects in the Products not returned in accordance
with Section 4.3.

      7.2  Warranty Disclaimer. EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN, TAZO MAKES NO OTHER
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS
ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

      7.3  Limitation of Liability. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL TAZO BE LIABLE
TO DISTRIBUTOR OR ANY CUSTOMER FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT
OR THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF TAZO HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING THE FOREGOING, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL TAZO
HAVE ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO THIS
AGREEMENT OR ITS PERFORMANCE IN EXCESS OF THE TOTAL DISTRIBUTOR PRICES PAID BY
DISTRIBUTOR HEREUNDER DURING THE SIX (6) MONTHS IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING THE FILING
OF SUCH CLAIM.

8.    Trademarks.

      8.1  Rights Regarding Trademarks. Distributor acknowledges Tazo's
exclusive ownership of the Tazo trademarks, including the word "TAZO" and such
other trademarks as Tazo may use from time to time (the "Trademarks").
Distributor agrees that nothing in this Agreement shall constitute a license nor
grant Distributor or any purchaser from Distributor any right, title, or
interest in the Trademarks. All use of the Trademarks inures solely to the
benefit of Tazo and nothing in this Agreement, or through the parties' course of
conduct shall be deemed to create any right in Distributor to the Trademarks.
Distributor agrees that it shall only use the

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Trademarks in conjunction with the authorized distribution and sale of the
Products, in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, or as otherwise agreed
by Tazo. Distributor agrees that it shall not attempt to register the Trademarks
and shall not contest or assist anyone in contesting at any time during or after
the term of this Agreement, in any manner, the validity of the Trademarks or any
corresponding registration.

      8.2  Use of Promotional Materials. Distributor and any purchaser from
Distributor may use the packaging, signs, promotional materials and the like
prepared by Tazo, without any prior approval, provided the materials are
displayed in the approved form and are replaced when soiled or stained.

      8.3  Other Uses. Any other proposed use of the Trademarks, including use
in advertising, packaging, labels, signs (other than previously approved forms
of signage) shall be submitted to Tazo for review and approval in writing prior
to use or distribution of the same. Distributor shall not use the Trademarks in
any manner that would tend to injure, demean or dilute the reputation of Tazo or
the goodwill symbolized by the Trademarks or outside the terms of this
Agreement.

      8.4  Infringement. Distributor shall fully cooperate with Tazo to
investigate and prevent any activity that infringes Tazo's trademark rights or
other rights with respect to Tazo's Confidential Information or the sale of the
Products.

9.    Termination.

      9.1  Termination on Notice. Either party may terminate this Agreement at
any time by giving sixty (60) days written notice of such termination to the
other party. Either party may immediately terminate this Agreement (a) if the
other party breaches any provision of this Agreement, including any obligation
to make payment, and fails to cure such breach within thirty (30) days after
written notice, (b) if a proceeding in bankruptcy or for reorganization or the
appointment of a receiver is started by or against the other party, or (c) if
any material misrepresentation made by the other party in connection with this
Agreement proves to have been false when made. Additionally, Tazo may terminate
this Agreement upon transfer of ownership or control of Distributor.

      9.2  Obligations Upon Termination or Expiration. On termination or
expiration of this Agreement, Distributor shall immediately (a) pay all sums due
and owing to Tazo and (b) cease the further sale and use of the Products as well
as the use of the Trademarks, and any confusingly similar names, marks,
insignia, symbols, and shall not thereafter, directly or indirectly represent
itself as affiliated in any way with Tazo. Distributor shall deliver all goods
and materials containing the Tazo Trademarks and all other written materials
incorporating or disclosing Confidential Information and any copies thereof to
Tazo or, at Tazo's election, deliver a statement certifying the destruction of
such goods and materials. Neither Distributor nor Tazo shall, by reason of
termination of this Agreement (including non-renewal) be liable to the other for
compensation, reimbursement or damages for the loss of prospective profits on
anticipated sales or for expenditures, investments, losses or commitments in
connection with the business or goodwill of Tazo or Distributor or otherwise.

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      9.3  Termination for Convenience. In the event Tazo elects to terminate
this Agreement for convenience (with sixty (60) days' prior notice as provided
in Section 9.1), Tazo shall compensate Distributor, subject to the following
terms and conditions:

           (a)   Compensation will be based on Distributor's actual purchases of
Products from Tazo during the twelve calendar months preceding Tazo's notice to
terminate the Agreement and will be calculated at compensation rates of Two
Dollars ($2.00) per case of twelve (12) bottles for which Distributor has paid
Tazo during the twelve calendar-month period.

           (b)   Tazo will pay the compensation in immediately available funds
upon Tazo's receipt of Distributor's release and waiver of all claims relating
to this Agreement and the sale and distribution of the Products.

10.   Confidentiality. Distributor acknowledges that in the course of dealings
between the parties, Distributor will acquire information about Tazo, its
business activities and operations, its technical information and trade secrets,
all of which are highly confidential and proprietary to Tazo. As a condition to
this Agreement, Distributor shall execute and deliver to Tazo the
Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit B.

11.   Indemnification. Distributor agrees that it will sell, handle, store,
transport and use, or apply the Products in a safe and reasonable manner, and in
strict conformance with Tazo's specifications therefor, and that Tazo shall not
be liable for any loss, damage or injury to any person or property occurring
after delivery of the Products by Tazo to Distributor. Distributor agrees that
it shall indemnify and hold Tazo and its officers, owners, directors, employees,
agents and affiliates harmless from and against all claims, damages, losses, and
expenses, including reasonable legal fees and costs, arising out of or resulting
from any breach of this Agreement by Distributor or the sale, handling, storage,
transport, use or application of the Product by Distributor, or its employees,
agents, customers, or anyone for whose actions any of them may be liable.

12.   Tazo's Declaration. Tazo has no actual knowledge of any present claim by
any third party that the sale of the Products may infringe any patent,
registered designs, trademarks, copyright, or similar rights existing or
registered in the Territory. Tazo declares to the best of its knowledge that the
sale and use of the Products shall not involve infringement of any third party's
intellectual property right. TAZO DOES NOT MAKE ANY FURTHER WARRANTY, EITHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, UNDER STATUTES OR COMMON LAW IN RESPECT OF ANY PATENTS,
REGISTERED DESIGNS, TRADEMARKS, COPYRIGHTS, OR SIMILAR RIGHTS OF THIRD PARTIES.

13.   General.

      13.1  Force Majeure. Neither party shall be responsible to the other for
any failure to comply with the terms of this Agreement, or for any delay in
performance of, or failure to perform under this Agreement where such failure or
delay is due to reasons beyond the party's reasonable control such as acts of
God, including but not restricted to, fire, storm, flood, frost, disease and
pestilence, earthquake, explosion, accident, acts of the public enemy, war,
rebellion, insurrection, sabotage, epidemic, quarantine restrictions,
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delays in transportation, or acts (including laws, regulations, disapprovals or
failures to approve) of any government whether national, municipal or otherwise,
or any agency thereof.

      13.2  Governing Law. Except where specifically prohibited by local law,
the parties hereby agree that the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall
be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of Oregon.
Any lawsuit relating to this Agreement shall be brought only in the court of
appropriate jurisdiction in the state of Oregon.

      13.3  Survival. Notwithstanding any term to the contrary, the provision of
Articles 7 through 11 and 13, as well as all obligations of payment and such
other provisions reasonably necessary to give effect to the parties' intent,
shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement.

      13.4  Notices. All notices, requests, demands and other communications
hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given, if
delivered in person, telecopied or mailed by first class mail, postage prepaid
to the parties at the addresses set forth in Schedule 1, or to such other
address as the party being addressed or receiving copies shall have most
recently furnished in writing by one of the above described means.

      13.5  Amendments. This Agreement may not be modified or amended except by
a written instrument executed by each of the parties.

      13.6  Consequential Damages. Neither party shall be liable for
consequential damages arising out of any breach of this Agreement.

      13.7  Independent Contractors. Distributor acknowledges that it is not,
and shall not hold itself out as, a joint venturer, franchisee, partner,
employee, servant, representative or agent of Tazo. It is expressly agreed that
the parties hereto are acting hereunder as independent contractors, and under no
circumstances shall any of the employees of one party be deemed the employees of
any other party for any purpose. This Agreement shall not be construed as
authority for any party to act for another party in any agency or other
capacity, or to make commitments of any kind for the account of or on behalf of
another party except to the extent and for the purposes expressly provided for
herein.

      13.8  Assignment. This Agreement and the rights granted hereunder may not
be assigned by either party without the prior written consent of the other,
except that Tazo may assign this Agreement without the written consent of
Distributor to a parent company, subsidiary, affiliate or a purchaser of all or
substantially all of Tazo's rights in the Products.

      13.9  Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is determined by a
court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, such
determination shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other part
or provision of this Agreement.

      13.10  Waiver. No waiver by any party of any breach of any provision
hereof shall constitute a waiver of any other breach of that or any other
provision hereof.

      13.11  Complete Agreement. This Agreement, together with all exhibits,
schedules and attachments hereto, constitutes the entire agreement of the
parties and supersedes all prior

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agreements, whether oral or written, express or implied, between the parties. If
any term of this Agreement conflicts with any term of an issued purchase order,
the terms of this Agreement shall control.

      IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the
date first above written.

TAZO TEA COMPANY                          MASTER DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
                                          dba Atlantic Beverage Company

By:  /s/ Tom Clemente                      By: /s/ [ILLEGIBLE]
    -----------------------------------        ---------------------------------
Its: VP of Sales                           Its: Vice President
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                                   SCHEDULE 1

       DISTRIBUTOR INFORMATION; COMMENCEMENT DATE; NOTICE ADDRESSES; ETC.

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<S>                                                         <C>
1.   Distributor Name:                                      Master Distributors, Inc. dba Atlantic Beverage Co.

     Distributor's Business Address:                        8106 Stayton Drive
                                                            Jessup, MD 20794

     Type of Entity (partnership, corporation, etc.):       corporation

     State of Organization:                                 Maryland

2.   Territory:                                             Washington D.C. and the Maryland and Virginia counties
                                                            listed on the attachment hereto

3.   Commencement Date:                                     December 1, 2002

4.   Distributor Address for Billing Purposes:              same

5.   Distributor Address for Notice Purposes:

                                                            With a Copy to:
     Master Distributors, Inc.                              None
     8106 Stayton Drive
     Jessup, MD 20794
     Attn: Donna Brown

6.   Tazo Address for Notice Purposes:
                                                            With a Copy to:
     Tazo Tea Company                                       Starbucks Corporation
     301 SE 2nd Avenue                                      P.O. Box 34067, S-LAI
     Portland, Oregon 97208                                 Seattle, WA 98124-1067
     Attn: Tom Clemente                                     Attn: executive vp and general counsel

7.   Products, Prices as of Commencement Date and Minimum Order Quantities:

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Product Description                                     Initial Price           Minimum Order Quantity
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Tazo Ready to Drink Tea - 12/13.8 oz bottles                9.25                         N.A.
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                                   EXHIBIT A
                       WAREHOUSE OPERATING PROCEDURES AND
                           QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES

1.    Distributor shall provide a clean, climate-controlled warehouse
      environment and clean delivery vehicles, free from insects, vermin, dirt,
      dust, grease, and contamination.

2.    Distributor will regulate and control the temperature and humidity in its
      warehouses and delivery vehicles so that the temperature is maintained
      below 90 degrees Fahrenheit and the humidity is maintained at less than
      50% relative humidity.

3.    Distributor shall handle, store and ship the Products in a prudent manner
      to protect the Products from contact or proximity to anything that might
      damage the Products or affect the quality of the Products.

4.    Distributor shall inspect its facilities and equipment as needed (but at
      least several times within the shelf life of the Products) to confirm that
      Distributor's facilities and equipment remain free of insects and vermin
      and otherwise remain in compliance with the requirements of this
      Agreement.

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                                   EXHIBIT B
                  CONFIDENTIALITY AND NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT

1.    PARTIES. This Agreement is between Tazo Tea Company ("TAZO") and MASTER
DISTRIBUTORS, INC. dba Atlantic Beverage Company ("COMPANY"), each having the
address set forth below.

2.    BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF DISCLOSURE. COMPANY and TAZO are evaluating or
are engaged in a business relationship (the "Project(s)"), during which TAZO may
disclose to COMPANY certain valuable confidential and proprietary information.

3.    DESCRIPTION OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. TAZO's interest in the Project
and the fact that the parties are working together on the Project is
confidential information. Unless such information falls within the exceptions
set forth below, any and all information disclosed by TAZO which by its nature
is generally considered proprietary and confidential, disclosed in any manner
and regardless of whether such information is specifically labeled as such, also
is considered confidential information (hereinafter any and all such information
shall be collectively referred to as "Confidential Information").

4.    AGREEMENT TO MAINTAIN CONFIDENTIALITY. COMPANY agrees to hold any
Confidential Information disclosed to it in confidence, to cause its employees,
agents or other third parties to hold such Confidential Information in
confidence, and to use the same standard of care used to protect its own
proprietary and confidential information in protecting the Confidential
Information. COMPANY shall not disclose Confidential Information to others or
use it for purposes other than the Project.

5.    LIMITED DISCLOSURE. COMPANY agrees to limit disclosure of Confidential
Information to those employees or agents necessary for the Project who have
agreed to be bound by the obligations herein.

6.    EFFECTIVE DATE AND LENGTH OF OBLIGATION. This Agreement is effective as of
the last date of execution by both parties and may only be terminated by either
party upon written notice following the termination of the parties'
Distributorship Agreement to which this Agreement is attached. COMPANY's
obligation of confidentiality and non-use for Confidential Information hereunder
shall last for five (5) years from the date of such written notice.

7.    SECURITIES LAWS. COMPANY hereby acknowledges that it is aware, and agrees
that it will advise all of those persons who are involved in the Project that is
the subject of this Agreement, that federal and state securities laws prohibit
any person who has received material, non-public information (information about
TAZO, its parent company, Starbucks Corporation ("STARBUCKS") or their
businesses that is not generally available to the public) concerning TAZO or
STARBUCKS, including, without limitation, the matters that are the subject of
this Agreement, from purchasing or selling securities of STARBUCKS while in
possession of such non-public information, and from communicating that
information to any other person who may purchase or sell securities of STARBUCKS
or otherwise violate such laws. COMPANY specifically acknowledges these
obligations and agrees to be bound thereto.

8.    EXCEPTIONS TO CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. Confidential Information shall not
include any information which (a) was publicly available at the time of
disclosure; (b) became publicly available after disclosure without breach of
this Agreement by the COMPANY; (c) was in COMPANY's possession prior to
disclosure, as evidenced by COMPANY's written records, and was not the subject
of an earlier confidential relationship with TAZO; (d) was rightfully acquired
by COMPANY after disclosure by TAZO from a third party who was lawfully in
possession of the information and was under no obligation to TAZO to maintain
its confidentiality; (e) is independently developed by COMPANY's employees or
agents who have not had access to the Confidential Information; or (f) is
required to be disclosed by the COMPANY pursuant to judicial order or other
compulsion of law, provided that COMPANY shall provide to TAZO prompt notice of
such order and comply with any protective order imposed on such disclosure.

9.    RETURN OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. At any time requested by TAZO, COMPANY
shall return or destroy all documents, samples or other materials embodying
Confidential Information, shall retain no copies thereof, and shall certify in
writing that such destruction or return has been accomplished.

10.   DISCLAIMER OF OTHER RELATIONSHIPS. This Agreement does not create a
relationship of agency, partnership, joint venture or license between the
parties.

11.   BREACH. If COMPANY breaches any term of this Agreement, TAZO shall have
the right to (a) terminate this Agreement and/or demand the immediate return of
all Confidential Information; (b) recover its actual damages incurred by reason
of such breach, including, without limitation, its attorneys fees and costs of
suit; (c) obtain injunctive relief to prevent such breach or to otherwise
enforce the terms of this Agreement; and (d) pursue any other remedy available
at law or in equity. Failure to properly demand compliance or performance of any
term of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of TAZO's rights hereunder.

12.   GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the state of Oregon, without reference to conflicts
of law principles. The parties hereby submit and consent to the jurisdiction of
the federal and state courts of Multnomah County, Oregon, for purposes of any
legal action arising out of this Agreement.

13.   AMENDMENTS. This Agreement is made a part of and subject to the provisions
of the parties' Distributorship Agreement to which it is attached and all
previous agreements between the parties regarding the Confidential Information
are superceded by that Agreement and cannot be canceled, assigned or modified
except as provided therein.

MASTER DISTRIBUTORS, INC. dba Atlantic Beverage Co.
(Company Name)

Signature  /s/ [ILLEGIBLE]
          --------------------------------------------------
Title       Vice President
          --------------------------------------------------
Address     8106 Stayton Dr.
          --------------------------------------------------
            Jessup, MD  20794
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Date
    --------------------------------------------------------

TAZO TEA COMPANY

Signature  /s/ Tom Clemente
          --------------------------------------------------
Title      V.P. of Sales
          --------------------------------------------------
Address    P.O. Box 66
          --------------------------------------------------
           Portland, OR  97201
------------------------------------------------------------

Date       12/9/02
    --------------------------------------------------------

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                                   ATTACHMENT

                                ATLANTIC BEVERAGE
                              TERRITORIAL COVERAGE

MARYLAND COUNTIES              WASHINGTON, DC             VIRGINIA COUNTIES
-----------------              --------------             -----------------

Baltimore                      All                        Fairfax
Anne Arbundel                                             Arlington
Frederick                                                 Loudoun
Montgomery                                                Prince William
Prince George's
Howard
Harford
Carroll
Worcester
Wicomico
Talbot
Somerset
Queen Anne's
Kent
Dorchester
Cecil
Caroline
Charles
Calvert
St. Mary's
Washington
Allegheny
Garrett

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                      - TAZO READY-TO-DRINK BOTTLED TEAS -

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FEBRUARY, 2002  POST OFFICE BOX 66,     CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1-800-299-9445
                PORTLAND, OREGON 97207  MONDAY THRU FRIDAY: 6:00 A.M - 5:00 P.M.
                                                              PACIFIC
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JUICED TEAS                     CASE CODE           UPC CODE
-----------                     ---------           --------

GREEN

Giant Peach                       90901          7-94522-90900-1    [BAR CODE]

Passion Potion                    90201          7-94522-90200-2    [BAR CODE]

Plum Delicious                    91770          7-94522-91770-9    [BAR CODE]

BLACK

Mango                             90801          7-94522-90800-4    [BAR CODE]

Tazoberry                         90301          7-94522-90300-9    [BAR CODE]

HERBAL

Brambleberry                      90401          7-94522-90400-6    [BAR CODE]

Simply Red                        90101          7-94522-90100-5    [BAR CODE]

Wild Orange                       90701          7-94522-90700-7    [BAR CODE]

.................................................................................

ICED TEAS
---------

GREEN

Lemon Green                       91750          7-94522-91750-1    [BAR CODE]

Organic Iced Green Tea            91601          7-94522-91600-9    [BAR CODE]

BLACK

Enlightened Lemon - Low Calorie   91740          7-94522-91740-2    [BAR CODE]

Organic Iced Tea - Low Calorie    91501          7-94522-91500-2    [BAR CODE]

HERBAL

Lemon Ginger                      90601          7-94522-90600-0    [BAR CODE]

Yerba Mate - Low Calorie          91730          7-94522-91730-3    [BAR CODE]

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<CAPTION>
Specifications                                           Pricing
<S>                                         <C>                                            <C>
CASE PACK:       12/13.8 oz.              - Payment Terms: Net 30 -                        GRAPHIC
CASE WEIGHT:     19 lbs.                    LESS THAN 5 PALLETS: $9.25 (plus freight)
CASE DIMENSIONS: 11 3/4" by 8 7/16" by 8"             5 PALLETS: $9.25
CASE CUBE:       0.459                      -----------------------------------------
CASES/PALLET:    102                                  RETURN POLICY
CASES/LAYER:     17                                        ....

LAYERS/PALLET:   6                           Contact Customer Service for all
                                             returns. An RMA number is required.
</TABLE>

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SKU:R023530
<PAGE>

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                        TAZO READY-TO-DRINK BOTTLED TEAS

TAZO BOTTLED TEAS are artfully blended and freshly brewed according to ancient
Tazo formulas. They are created from the finest leaf teas, herbs and spices that
modern money can buy. Unlike other ready-to-drink teas (many of which begin life
as instant tea, sweetened with viscous vats of corn syrup), authentic Tazo is
created by master teamakers who scour the earth for the freshest and most
flavorful natural ingredients to use in our own unique brewing process.

================================================================================

                                  JUICED TEAS
                                  -----------
To create these incredibly complex blends, high-grown teas, herbs and spices are
freshly brewed and blended with pure fruit juices - then bottled. The result is
an exotic departure from traditional iced teas, unlike anything you've tasted
(in this lifetime at least).

                                       +

GREEN

GIANT PEACH: Select green teas, chosen for their rich and exquisite flavors,
blended with peach and apple juices, and sweetened with organic cane sugar.

PASSION POTION: An exotic concoction of rare green teas, lovingly mingled with
herbs, then mixed with pear, apple and passion fruit juices.

PLUM DELICIOUS: A sensuous potion of green teas engorged with sweet, ripe, juicy
plums and a kiss of pomegranate juice.

                       ..................................
BLACK

MANGO: High-grown black teas from Ceylon and India, brewed to perfection and
infused with delicious mango and other tropical flavors. Sweetened with organic
cane sugar.

TAZOBERRY: A succulent blend of premium high-grown black teas and Northwest
apple and raspberry juices.

                       ..................................

HERBAL

BRAMBLEBERRY: An enticing blend of herbs, spices, and the juicy taste of
fresh-picked marionberries. Caffeine free.

SIMPLY RED: A zesty blend of herbs and spices mixed with pear and apple juices.
Caffeine free.

WILD SWEET ORANGE: A lively blend of sweet citrus herbs, orange and apple
juices. Caffeine free.

                                   ICED TEAS
                                   ---------

A magical blend of carefully chosen teas, natural herbs and exotic spices, all
freshly brewed, naturally sweetened and lovingly bottled under the watchful eye
of a certified tea shaman. So remarkably refreshing, you'll come back many
lifetimes for more.

                                       +

GREEN

LEMON GREEN: A delicate balance of honey and tart lemon bathed in a subtle sea
of exquisite green tea.

ORGANIC ICED GREEN TEA: A lively blend of organic, full-flavored, pan-fired and
steamfired tea from the Anhui and Zhejiang provinces of China. Renown for its
health properties, this aromatic green tea is lightly sweetened with organic
cane sugar.

                       ..................................

BLACK

ENLIGHTENED LEMON (Low Calorie): An inspired blend of black teas and juicy
lemon, capped with the pleasant surprise of sweet, tropical starfruit. Lightly
sweetened with organic cane sugar.

ORGANIC ICED TEA (Low Calorie): A classic blend of artfully brewed, organic
black teas from Assam, South India and Africa, lightly sweetened with organic
cane sugar.

                       ..................................

HERBAL

LEMON GINGER: A refreshing tonic of ginger juice, ginseng and herbs combined
with the lightness of lemongrass. Caffeine free.

YERBA MATE (Low Calorie): Legendary South American yerba mate, infused with the
spicy heat of ginger and cardamom and the cool zest of lemon myrtle. Lightly
sweetened with organic cane sugar. Ole.

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[TAZO    For more information regarding Tazo products, please contact
LOGO]    your Tazo representative or call 800-299-9445; fax: 503-234-5008;
         or e-mail: tea@tazo.com.

================================================================================Exhibit 10.31

                             HANSEN BEVERAGE COMPANY
                             DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT

         AGREEMENT, made as of this 16" day of August, 2004, between HANSEN
BEVERAGE COMPANY ("HBC"), with offices at 1010 Railroad Street, Corona,
California 92882, and BEVERAGE NETWORK OF MARYLAND, INC. DBA ATLANTIC BEVERAGE
CO., a Florida corporation ("Distributor"), with offices at 8106 STAYTON DRIVE
JESSUP, MD 20794.

         1. Definitions. When used herein, (a) the word "Products" means those
products identified in Exhibit A hereto with an "X"; (b) the word "Territory"
means the territory identified in Exhibit B hereto; (c) the word "Accounts"
means those accounts identified in Exhibits C1 and C-2 and (d) the word
"Trademarks" means those names and marks identified on Exhibit D hereto.

         2. Appointment.

            (a) HBC appoints Distributor, and Distributor accepts appointment,
         as a distributor of Products only to Accounts within the Territory.
         Such appointments may be either exclusive or nonexclusive, as the case
         may be, as designated on Exhibits C-1 and C-2 hereto. Unless otherwise
         agreed by HBC, Distributor specifically covenants not to sell or
         otherwise transfer in any manner any Products except to Accounts within
         the Territory. The Distributor shall be entitled to appoint
         sub-distributors within the Territory provided that the terms of such
         appointments shall not be inconsistent with the terms and conditions of
         this Agreement and shall be subject to HBC's rights hereunder.

            (b) Distributor hereby agrees not to sell, transfer and/or assign
         any Products, either directly or indirectly, to any other persons
         and/or entities located outside the Territory nor to any persons and/or
         entities within the Territory with regard to whom Distributor has
         knowledge or reasonable belief will distribute and/or sell the Products
         outside of the Territory.

            (c) Distributor acknowledges and agrees that it has no right to
         distribute any products of HBC other than the Products identified in
         Exhibit A hereto with an "X". Any sales by HBC to Distributor of any
         products of HBC other than the Products identified in Exhibit A with an
         "X" and/or that are not listed on Exhibit A, and/or any Products sold
         by HBC to Distributor and/or its sub-distributor/s beyond the scope,
         term or after the termination of this Agreement, with or without cause,
         for any reason or no reason at all (i) shall not constitute, be
         construed as, or give rise to, any express or implied Distribution
         Agreement, course of conduct or other relationship between HBC and
         Distributor; (ii) shall not confer upon Distributor .or its
         sub-distributor/s any rights of any nature whatsoever, including
         without limitation to purchase and/or sell or continue to purchase
         and/or sell any products, including Products, or use the Trademarks
         other than with respect to Products sold and delivered by HBC to the
         Distributor and (iii) shall constitute a separate transaction for each
         shipment of products actually delivered by HBC to Distributor and/or
         sub-distributor/s, at HBC's sole and absolute discretion, which HBC
         shall be entitled to exercise, vary, withdraw and/or cease, on. a case
         by case basis, at any time in HBC's sole and absolute discretion.
         Distributor irrevocably waives, releases and discharges any claims,
         liabilities, actions and rights, in law or in equity, against HBC
         including without limitation for damages, compensation or severance
         payments or any other claims of whatsoever nature to Distributor
         arising from or in connection with the matters referred to in this
         section 2(c) and/or any acts, omissions or conduct of HBC.

         3. Distributor's Duties. Distributor shall:

            (a) vigorously and diligently promote and achieve the wide
         distribution and sale of Products to Accounts within the Territory to
         the reasonable satisfaction of HBC; Distributor shall permit HBC
         representatives to work sales routes with the Distributor's salesmen;

            (b) secure extensive in-store merchandising and optimal shelf
         positioning with respect to Products in Accounts within the Territory
         to the reasonable satisfaction of HBC;

                                      -1-
<PAGE>

            (c) perform complete and efficient distribution functions throughout
         the Territory to the reasonable satisfaction of HBC;

            (d) fully implement and execute the annual marketing plans to be
         agreed upon from time to time in accordance with Clause 13 below and
         achieve and maintain where appropriate all of the objectives set with
         respect thereto; and

            (e) achieve and maintain the minimum distribution levels relating to
         Products as set forth on Exhibit E hereto during the initial term and
         achieve and maintain the agreed minimum distribution levels relating to
         Products in respect of each renewal term in accordance with Clause 13
         below.

            (f) provide HBC on or before the tenth (10th) day of each calendar
         month with a schedule showing for the previous month (i) sales by
         flavor and package, (ii) number of new accounts opened, (iii) aggregate
         number of active accounts for Product; and

            (g) maintain in strict confidence all commercial information
         disclosed by HBC to Distributor (which obligation shall expressly
         survive termination of this Agreement for any reason).

         4. Prices. The prices of Products shall be as set forth in HBC's then
current price list as the same may be changed from time to time by HBC upon
written notice to Distributor.

         5. Orders. All purchase orders for Products shall be in writing and
shall be subject to acceptance by HBC. All such purchase orders shall be deemed
acceptances of HBC's offers to sell Products and shall limit acceptance by
Distributor to the terms and conditions thereof.

         6. Payment. Distributor shall promptly pay the prices of Products in
full (without deduction or set-off for any reason) in accordance with the
payment terms set forth in HBC's invoice. If Distributor is delinquent in
payment, upon presentation of invoice, Distributor shall reimburse HBC for any
costs and, expenses incurred by HBC.in collecting such delinquent amounts,
including, without limitation, legal expenses, interest at 1 % per, month or
part thereof from the due date(s), and fees of collection agencies.

         7. Security Interest. HBC reserves, and Distributor grants to HBC, a
security interest in Products sold to Distributor on credit (if any).
Distributor acknowledges that this Agreement constitutes a security agreement
between HBC, as secured creditor, and Distributor, as debtor, for the purposes
of the Uniform Commercial Code. Distributor agrees to execute and deliver to HBC
such financing statements and other instruments as HBC may reasonably request in
order to perfect its security interest.

         8. Delivery. Unless otherwise agreed in writing by the parties,
Products will be tendered by HBC for delivery to Distributor in full truckload
quantities. Distributor acknowledges that delivery dates set forth in purchase
orders for Products accepted by HBC are merely approximate and that HBC shall
have no liability for late deliveries.

         9. Trademarks.

            (a) Distributor shall not use any trademark, brand name, logo or
         other production designation or symbol in connection with Products
         other than Trademarks. Distributor acknowledges that it has no right or
         interest in Trademarks (except as expressly permitted hereunder) and
         that any use by Distributor of Trademarks will inure solely to HBC's
         benefit. Distributor may only use Trademarks in strict accordance with
         HBC's policies and instructions, and HBC reserves the right, from time
         to time and any time, at its discretion, to modify such policies and
         instructions then in effect.

            (b) Any proposed use by DISTRIBUTOR OF TRADEMARKS (TO THE extent
         that it either has not been previously approved by HBC or differs
         materially from a use previously approved by HBC) shall be subject to
         the prior written consent of HBC. Distributor shall submit to HBC in
         writing each proposed use of Trademarks in any medium.

                                      -2-
<PAGE>

            (c) Distributor shall not at any time alter Trademarks or the
         packaging of Products, use Trademarks for any purpose other than the
         promotion, advertising and sale of Products hereunder, or challenge the
         validity, or do or refrain from doing any act which might result in
         impairment of the value, of Trademarks.

            (d) Upon the termination hereof, Distributor shall cease and desist
         from the use of the Trademarks and any names, marks, logos or symbols
         similar thereto.

         10. Promotion. Distributor shall be solely responsible for marketing
and promoting Products within the Territory. Distributor shall aggressively
distribute and encourage the utilization of merchandising aids and promotional
materials in outlets throughout the Territory. Without in any way detracting
from the foregoing, Distributor shall participate in and diligently implement
all marketing and promotional programs and campaigns that may be agreed to by
both Distributor and HBC and which HBC may agree to fund jointly with
Distributor on a co-op basis, from time to time.

         11. Term and Termination.

            (a) The initial term of this Agreement shall commence on AUGUST 16,
         2004 and shall end on December 31, 2004. Upon the expiration of the
         initial term, this agreement shall be automatically renewed for
         additional terms of one year at a time, up to a maximum of fifteen (15)
         additional one year terms; provided always that the Distributor (i) is
         not in breach of any of the provisions of this Agreement, (ii) has
         fulfilled all of its obligations hereunder, and (iii) has agreed with
         HBC with respect to the minimum distribution levels and/or annual
         marketing plan for the forthcoming term, as the case may be, in
         accordance with Clause 13 below. If all such requirements are not met,
         then this Agreement shall terminate at the expiration of the then
         current term.

            (b) Either party may terminate this Agreement, without cause, at any
         time, upon thirty (30) days' prior written notice or, if longer, the
         minimum period permissible under applicable law.

            (c) Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice if
         the other party:

                (i) commits a breach of any of the provisions hereof, or

                (ii) sells all or substantially all of its assets or outstanding
         shares of stock entitled to vote, or

                (iii) files or has filed against it a petition in bankruptcy, is
         adjudicated insolvent or bankrupt, makes a general assignment for the
         benefit of creditors, or has a receiver or trustee appointed for it or
         for the administration of its assets.

            (d) In the event of the termination of this Agreement for any reason
         whatsoever (and whether such termination is due to the breach of any of
         the provisions of this Agreement by any party and/or itself is in
         breach of the Agreement or otherwise):

                (i) HBC shall have the right to cancel all of Distributor's
         purchase orders for Products accepted but remaining unfilled as of the
         date of termination;

                (ii) all amounts payable by Distributor to HBC shall be
         accelerated and shall immediately become due; and

                (iii) neither party shall be liable to the other party in
         contract, tort or on any other theory of liability for any damage,
         loss, cost or expense (whether general, special, indirect, incidental,
         consequential or punitive) suffered, incurred or claimed by the other
         party as a result of or related to such breach and/or termination (even
         if the termination results from a breach and the breaching party has
         been advised of the possibility of such damages), including, without
         limitation, loss of anticipated profits or goodwill, loss of or damage
         to goodwill or business reputation or any loss of investments or
         payments made by either party in anticipation of performing under this
         Agreement.

            (e) In the event HBC continues to supply Products to Distributor for
         any reason following the termination of this Agreement, Distributor

                                      -3-
<PAGE>

         understands and acknowledges that any such action shall not constitute
         a waiver of HBC's rights under this Agreement or a reinstatement,
         renewal or continuation of the term of this Agreement. HBC and
         Distributor agree that if HBC continues to supply Products to
         Distributor following the termination of this Agreement, (i)
         Distributor shall be prohibited from selling or otherwise transferring
         Products except to Accounts within the Territory, (ii) Distributor
         shall promptly pay the prices of the Products in full (without
         deduction or set-off for any reason) in accordance with the payment
         terms set forth in HBC's invoice, and (iii) HBC shall have the right,
         in its sole discretion, to discontinue supplying Products to
         Distributor at any time, without notice to Distributor,

            (f) Should HBC or any successor to HBC terminate this Agreement
         without cause otherwise than pursuant to the express provisions of this
         Agreement including, without limitation, pursuant to the express
         provisions of Clause 11(b) above, then provided that the Distributor
         shall not be in breach of any of the provisions of this Agreement, HBC
         or its successor, as the case may be,, shall be liable to pay to
         Distributor a severance payment calculated as follows: $3.00 per
         24-pack case (reduced on a pro rata basis for cases that contain less
         than 24 units, i.e. 12-pack cases, but excluding any free units) of
         energy Products in 8-oz., 16-oz. and 23.5-oz. cans and $1.50 per
         24-pack case (reduced on a pro rata basis for cases that contain less
         than 24 units, but excluding any free Products) of all other Products,
         sold by Distributor during the most recently completed twelve (12)
         month period ending on the last day of the month preceding the month in
         which the Agreement is terminated, less the amount, if any, Distributor
         may receive from any assignee of its rights under this Agreement.

         12. Option. HBC shall have the option, exercisable upon written notice
to Distributor within thirty (30) days after the date of termination hereof, to
repurchase all Products in Distributor's inventory at the prices therefor paid
or payable by Distributor (less any freight and insurance charges), F.O.B.,
Distributor's premises.

         13. Annual Marketing Plans. Not less than 60 days before the end of
then current term HBC and Distributor shall mutually review the conditions of
the marketplace, Distributor's efforts to achieve sales and its results as well
as the proposed annual marketing plan which is to be prepared by Distributor and
agree on the annual marketing plan, which shall include sales and other
objectives and minimum distribution levels to be achieved and maintained by
Distributor, for the forthcoming term of this Agreement.

         Minimum Distribution Levels. Not less than 60 days before the end of
the then current term HBC and Distributor shall mutually agree on the minimum
distribution levels for the forthcoming term of this Agreement.

         14. The provisions of this clause shall apply only to accounts that
have been assigned exclusively to Distributor in terms of Exhibits C-1 and C-2
hereto. Distributor agrees that should HBC wish to supply Products to any
National Account (which shall mean a customer that sells at retail in more than
one Territory), HBC shall be entitled to make arrangements directly with such
customer and establish the terms of sale of Products to such customer and the
prices therefor, which shall take into account the prices then being offered by
Distributor and/or other Distributors within whose Territory the customer has
Outlets, to such customer or similar categories of customer. Should such
customer have one or more outlets within the Territory ("Outlets"), and agree to
Outlets being serviced by Distributor, Distributor agrees to service the Outlets
in accordance with such arrangements and on the same terms and at the same
prices as HBC shall have agreed with the customer concerned. Notwithstanding the
foregoing, Distributor shall be entitled to elect not to service the Outlets by
giving prompt written notice of such election to HBC. Should the customer not
agree to the Outlets being serviced by Distributor or should Distributor elect
not to service the Outlets, HBC shall be entitled to service the Outlets
directly. In the event HBC services the Outlets directly, HBC shall pay to
Distributor, during the remaining term of this Agreement, $0.50 per 24-pack case
(reduced on a pro rata basis for cases that contain less than 24 units,
excluding any free units) of energy Products in 8-oz., 16-oz. and 23.5-oz. cans
and $0.25 per 24-pack case (reduced on a pro rata basis for cases that contain
less than 24 units, excluding any free units) of all other Products, sold by HBC
to the Outlets; provided that Distributor shall have achieved and maintained the
agreed distribution levels within the Territory. For the purposes of this
Agreement, the number of cases of Products sold by HBC to the Outlets during any
period shall be determined by multiplying the total number of cases of products
sold by HBC directly to such customer or regional division of such customer, as
the case may be, during the period concerned, by a fraction, the numerator of
which shall be the number of Outlets and the denominator of which shall be the
total number of Outlets that the customer has within the United States or within
the regional division of such customer, as the case may be.

         15. Amendment. Except to the extent otherwise expressly permitted by
this Agreement, no amendment of this Agreement shall be effective unless reduced
to a writing executed by the duly authorized representatives of both parties.

                                      -4-
<PAGE>

         16. Assignment. Distributor may not assign its rights or delegate its
obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of HBC. Any purported
assignment or delegation by Distributor, in the absence of HBC's written
consent, shall be void.

         17. No Agency. The relationship between HBC and Distributor is that of
a vendor to its vendee and nothing herein contained shall be construed as
constituting either party the employee, agent, partner or coventurer of the
other party. Neither party shall have any authority to create or assume any
obligation binding on the other party.

         18. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted
in accordance with the laws of the State of California (without reference to its
law of conflict of laws).

         19. Arbitration. Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or
relating to this Agreement or the breach or termination hereof shall be settled
by binding arbitration conducted by JAMS/Endispute. ("JAMS") in accordance with
JAMS Comprehensive Arbitration Rules and Procedures (the "Rules"). The
arbitration shall be heard by one arbitrator to be selected in accordance with
the Rules, in Orange County, California. Judgment upon any award rendered may be
entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. Within 7 calendar days after
appointment the arbitrator shall set the hearing date, which shall be within 90
days after the filing date of the demand for arbitration unless a later date is
required for good cause shown and shall order a mutual exchange of what he/she
determines to be relevant documents and the dates thereafter for the taking of
up to a maximum of 5 depositions by each party to last no more than 2 days in
aggregate for each party. Both parties waive the right, if any, to obtain any
award for exemplary or punitive damages or any other amount for the purpose or
imposing a penalty from the other in any arbitration or judicial proceeding or
other adjudication arising out of or with respect to this Agreement, or any
breach hereof, including any claim that said Agreement, or any part hereof, is
invalid, illegal or otherwise voidable or void. In addition to all other relief,
the arbitrator shall have the power to award reasonable attorneys' fees to the
prevailing party. The arbitrator shall make his or her award no later than 7
calendar days after the close of evidence or the submission of final briefs,
whichever occurs later.

         20. Merger. This Agreement supersedes all prior oral and written
communications between the parties concerning, and constitutes their sole and
exclusive understanding with respect to, the subject matter hereof.

         21. Waivers. No waiver of any provision hereof or of any terms or
conditions established by HBC will be effective unless in writing and signed by
the party against which enforcement of the waiver is sought.

         22. Competitive Products. Distributor shall not sell, market or
distribute any products likely to compete with or be confused with any of the
Products, during the term of this agreement.

         23. HBC represents that no products shall, on the date of purchase or
delivery, be adulterated or misbranded or unsafe within the meaning of the
Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act, including all provisions and amendments
pertaining thereto from time to time. HBC indemnifies Distributor and its agents
from and against all/or any damages for personal injuries and property damage,
including reasonable attorney's fees, resulting from any impurity, adulteration,
deterioration in or misbranding of products delivered to Distributor; provided
that Distributor gives HBC written notice of any indemifiable claim and
Distributor does not settle any claim without HBC's prior written consent. HBC
represents that its maintains and will continue to maintain, at its own cost,
product liability insurance in the minimum amount of $2,000,000. HBC will supply
proof of same to Distributor within a reasonable time after written request
therefore from Distributor.

         24. Interpretation. In the event of any ambiguity or question of intent
or interpretation arises, this Agreement shall be construed as drafted jointly
by the parties and no presumption or burden of proof shall arise favoring or
disfavoring any party by virtue of the authorship of any of the provisions of
this Agreement. No provision of this Agreement shall be construed against any
party on the grounds that such party or its counsel drafted that provision

         25. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid
for any reason by a court, government agency, body or tribunal, the remaining
provisions will be unaffected thereby and shall remain in full force and effect.

                                      -5-
<PAGE>

         IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused their duly authorized
representatives to execute this Agreement as of the date first above written.

HANSEN BEVERAGE COMPANY                       BEVERAGE NETWORK of MARYLAND, INC.
     ("HBC")                                     d.b.a. ATLANTIC BEVERAGE CO.
                                                      ("Distributor")

By: /s/ [ILLEGIBLE]                           By: /s/ [ILLEGIBLE]
   --------------------------                    ------------------------------
   Its: Chairman                                 Its: President

                                      -6-
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 EXHIBIT A
                                  THE PRODUCTS

      X       Han.-en's energy Formula 8.3 oz. Cans
      X       Hansen's energy Power Formula 8.3 oz. Cans
      X       Hansen's energy Endurance Formula 8.3 oz. Cans
      X       Hansen's Diet Red Ener 8.3-oz Cans
      X       Hansen's Ener Deuce 16-oz Cans
      X       Hansen's E20 Ener Water in 23.5-oz Clear PET Bottles
      X       Hansen's Ener ade 23.5 oz. Cans
      X       Hansen's Signature Soda 12-oz Bottles
      X       Hansen's Gold Standard Teas 20-oz Bottles
      X       Hansen's Smoothies 16-oz PET Bottles
      X       Monster Ener 16-oz. Cans
      X       Lo-Carb Monster Ener 16-oz. Cans
      X       Lost Energy 16-oz. Cans

 To the extent HBC has supplied or may agree to supply any Product to
 Distributor which is not listed above, it is understood that Distributor's
 right to sell such Product is limited to that specific transaction only. No
 course of conduct or usage of trade may be relied upon or construed to create
 any obligation on HBC to sell or continue to sell such Product's to Distributor
 nor shall the same create any right in favor of Distributor.

 HBC reserves the right to secure an alternate Distributor or distribution
 process for any Products that are not actively promoted or sold.

                                      -7-
<PAGE>

 EXHIBIT B

                                  THE TERRITORY

 State of Maryland, Counties of:

 Anne Arundel and the independent city of Annapolis.

 Baltimore and the independent city of Baltimore

 Carroll'

 Cecil

 Garrett

 Hartford

 Howard

 Montgomery

 Prince

 George's

  The District of Columbia

                                      -8-
<PAGE>

 EXHIBIT C-I

 Hansen's Signature Soda 12-oz Bottles

 Hansen's Gold Standard Teas 20-oz Bottles

 Hansen's Smoothies. 16-oz PET Bottles

                                  THE ACCOUNTS

                               Distributor      Distributor
              Account Type      Exclusive     Non-exclusive    Reserved for HBC
              ------------     -----------    -------------    ----------------
   Convenience Stores                                X
   Chain Convenience Stores                          X
   Deli's                                            X
   Independent Grocery                               X
   Chain Grocery                                     X
   Mass Merchandisers                                X
   Drug Stores                                       X
   Schools                                           X
   Hospitals                                         X
   Health Food Stores                                X
   Military                                          X
   Alcoholic Lie. On-Premise                         X
   Trader Joe's                                                          X
   Club Stores                                       X

                                      -9-
<PAGE>

 EXHIBIT C-2

     X      Hansen's energy Original Formula 8.3 oz. Cans
     X      Hansen's energy Power Formula 8.3 oz. Cans
     X      Hansen's energy Endurance Formula 8.3 oz. Cans
     X      Hansen's Diet Red Energy 8.3-oz Cans
     X      Hansen's Energy Deuce 16-oz Cans
     X      Hansen's E20 Energy Water in 23.5-oz Clear PET Bottles
     X      Hansen's Energade 23.5 oz. Cans
     X      Monster Energy 16-oz. Cans
     X      Lo-Carb Monster Energy 16-oz. Cans
     X      Lost Energy 16-oz. Cans

                                  THE ACCOUNTS

                               Distributor      Distributor
              Account Type      Exclusive     Non-exclusive    Reserved for HBC
              ------------     -----------    -------------    ----------------
  Convenience Stores                                   X
  Chain Convenience Stores                             X
  Deli's                                               X
  Independent Grocery                                  X
  Chain Grocery                                        X
  Mass Merchandisers                                   X
  Drug Stores                                          X
  Schools                                              X
  Hospitals                                            X
  Health Food Stores                                   X
  Military                                             X
  Alcoholic Lic. On-Premise                            X
  Trader Joe's                                                          X
  Club Stores                                          X

                                      -10-
<PAGE>

 EXHIBIT D

                                 THE TRADEMARKS

 HANSEN'S                                               HANSEN'S ENERGY
 HANSEN'S NATURAL                                       HANSEN'S ENERGY (DESIGN)
 CALIFORNIA'S NATURAL CHOICE                              ENERGY
 HANSEN'S NATURAL SODAS                                 A NEW KIND 'A BUZZ
 HANSEN'S PREMIUM SIGNATURE SODAS                       NERGY HYDRATION SYSTEM
 CALIFORNIA'S CHOICE                                    SLIM DOWN
 EQUATOR                                                LOST
 IMPORTED FROM NATURE                                   LOST ENERGY
 LIQUID FRUIT                                           LOST ENERGY DRINK
 IT'S JUST GOOD                                         THE "PLANET" LOGO
 THE REAL DEAL
 STAMINA
 ANTLOX
 D. STRESS
 POWER
 HEALTHY START
 IMMUNEJUICE
 INTELLIJUICE
 ANTIOXJUICE
 VITAMAX.JUICE
 DYNAJUICE
 POWERPACK
 BLUE SKY
 MEDICINE MAN
 RED ROCKER
 ENERGADE
 E,0 ENERGY WATER
 HANSEN'S, E,0 ENERGY WATER
 MONSTER ENERGY
 MONSTER

                                      -11-
<PAGE>

 EXHIBIT E

                              ANNUAL MARKETING PLAN
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
                                          AVAILABLE    TARGET     % of AVAILABLE
                   PRODUCTS               ACCOUNTS    ACCOUNTS       ACCOUNTS        CASE SALES
                   --------               ---------   --------    ---------------    ----------
<S>                                           <C>        <C>            <C>               <C>
Energy - 8.3 oz Cans                          *          *              *                 *
Diet Red Energy - 8.3 oz Cans                 *          *              *                 *
Energy Deuce - 16 oz Cans                     *          *              *                 *
Energade - 23.5 oz Cans                       *          *              *                 *
E20 Energy Water - 23.5 oz Clear Bottles      *          *              *                 *
Hansen's Signature Soda 12-oz Bottles         *          *              *                 *
Hansen's Gold Standard Teas 20-oz Bottles     *          *              *                 *
Hansen's Smoothies 16-oz PET Bottles
Monster Energy - 16 oz Cans                   *          *              *                 *
Lo-Carb Monster Energy - 16 oz Cans           *          *              *                 *
Lost Energy - 16 oz Cans                      *          *              *                 *
</TABLE>

* To be determined for the 2005 Calendar Year on or before December 31, 2004.

Percentage of Available Accounts is defined as the total number of Accounts that
purchased each of the Products listed above in any 60-day period divided by the
total number Available of Accounts that purchased any product from the
Distributor in the same 60-day period.

In the event that HBC and Distributor fail to agree on an Annual Marketing Plan
for any current- term on or before the commencement of such term, HBC shall be
entitled, but not obligated, in its sole discretion, to elect to establish a
reasonable Annual Marketing Plan for such term. DisrAgr.3 12

                                      -12-

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