Still, it's not clear how the new company will compete logistically. The majority of Dr Pepper's beverages in the U.S. are distributed through Coca-Cola's and PepsiCo's bottling and sales networks. That could create barriers for Keurig Dr Pepper if the bigger companies refused to stock some of its beverages — say, ready-to-drink coffee brands — on shelves. The uncertainty has left some analysts puzzled by the transaction.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 29, 2018 15:56 UTC