UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549


FORM 8-K


CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT
TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934


Date of report (Date of earliest event reported):   July 16, 2009

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Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On July 16, 2009, National Beverage Corp. issued a press release announcing its financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended May 2, 2009.  This release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 hereto.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit 99.1

National Beverage Corp. Out-Performs Estimates for Fiscal Year Gains

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 16, 2009--National Beverage Corp. (NASDAQ:FIZZ) today released financial results for the quarter and fiscal year ended May 2, 2009.

For the fiscal year:

• Revenues increased to $575.2 million.
• Net income increased 10% to $24.7 million, or $.54 per share.
• Cash increased to $84.1 million.

For the quarter, revenues and operating income increased to $148.4 million and $11.2 million. Operating income increased by 28% and net income by 23% to $6.9 million, or $.15 per share.

“We are extremely fortunate to be the beneficiary of the distinctive value offered by our brands. Time-tested and traditionally VALUE designated, our brands attract consumers’ preferences – both in taste and value . . . more than ever,” stated Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Nick A. Caporella.

“Necessity . . . in this daunting economy ignites the spirit of mandatory innovation! Volume growth of our 24oz single-serve package, our sparkling LaCroix waters and Everfresh/Mr. Pure juices has prompted savvy retailers to recognize that promoting our ‘value brands’ induces consumers to ‘trade out’ of their ‘tired ole colas’ to a more stimulating, flavorful refreshment . . . and make more profit while doing it,” continued Caporella.

“Confidence can be stimulated in various ways, but trust, as in Brand Shasta, Faygo, Everfresh and LaCroix, is the main ingredient that is so synonymous with Confidence. We at National Beverage are conditioned by ourselves – to run lean and hard, using our philosophy and passion as energy/fuel to drive results and opportunities. Our strong balance sheet and stronger pride . . . carries us into a new year with much determination to maximize all opportunities and create value for our fellow employees, shareholders, customers and consumers!!” concluded Caporella.

National Beverage is highly innovative, making it unique as a pace-setter in the changing soft-drink industry. Its lineup of refreshment products including – energy drinks, fortified powders and supplements, and functionally enhanced juices and waters – are geared toward the lifestyle/health-conscious consumer.

Shasta® – Faygo® – Everfresh® and LaCroix® are aligned with Rip It® energy products to make National Beverage . . . America’s Flavor•Favorite – soft-drink company.

Fun, Flavor and Vitality . . . the National Beverage Way

CONTACT:
National Beverage Corp., Fort Lauderdale
Grace A. Keene, Office of the Chairman, 877-NBC-FIZZ