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Brown-Forman US RTD Director Talks Expansion Plans
Brown-Forman is adding markets and new SKUs across its ready-to-drink (RTD) portfolio for spring resets and beyond.
CPG Week: Kraft Heinz Sells The ‘House,’ Peter Rahal Gets Rowdy
This week, BevNET and Nosh senior reporters Brad Avery and Lukas Southard dissect a strange case of AI-generated trade dress infringement before exploring Kraft Heinz’s plan to divest its legacy coffee portfolio. They also cover the latest restructuring of Celsius’s energy drink portfolio and get a taste of the latest snacking innovation from Peter Rahal’s Medici Brands.
Review: Pure Genius Shots Are A Smart Choice For On-the-Go Protein
The small bottle makes this an easy product to consume on-the-go, without the commitment of a full-sized protein beverage. When combined with the high protein content, the format gives Pure Genius some real market appeal.
Reed’s Secures $10M Private Placement to Fuel Turnaround Amid Sales Slump
Reed’s has secured $10 million in a private placement as it looks to rebuild its retail footprint and return to growth following another quarter of declining sales.
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Suja Beats Q3 Estimates, But Warns Slower Growth Will Stretch Into 2027
Core lines (Suja and Vive Organic) reported a 3% sales increase to $74.8 million; emerging brands (Slice) contributed $2.7 million during Q3.
BevNET Live L.A. 2026 Is Less Than 30 Days Away: Your Guide to the Beverage Industry’s Year-End Event
BevNET Live L.A. 2026, the leading event for beverage entrepreneurs and industry leaders, is less than 30 days away. From December 6-8, 2026, founders, beverage executives, investors, retailers and suppliers will gather at the Marina del Rey Marriott in Los Angeles for three days of insights on what’s ahead for the beverage industry, curated 1:1 meetings, product sampling and the New Beverage Showdown pitch competition.
Spirits Marketing: Tito’s Rots, Johnnie Walker Taps Oscar-Winner, Stateside Refreshes
The latest marketing news from the spirits world, including the return of Tito's low-energy holiday celebration, Stateside Vodka's branding revamp and Sabrina Carpenter's latest collaboration with Johnnie Walker.
Maryland Revises Distribution Rules for RTDs
As ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails’ sales growth continues to outpace the broader industry, RTD suppliers in one state now have a little more freedom to choose how their products are distributed.
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Canadian Shake Brand Good Protein Raises CA$128M
Canadian protein shake producer Good Protein has secured an approximate CAD$128 million capital infusion and strategic partnership with Philadelphia-based growth equity platform SEMCAP Food & Nutrition, the company announced today.
BevNET Live L.A. on Dec. 6-8: Meet the New Beverage Showdown Semifinalists
It’s time to reveal the semifinalists for BevNET’s signature pitch competition, the New Beverage Showdown, taking place at BevNET Live L.A. December 7+8.
Lewis Hamilton’s Almave Laps Into RTDs
Almave, the non-alc (NA) agave spirit alternative from Casa Lumbre and 7x Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, is shifting gears into ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails.
Jones Soda Touts Fallout Colas, Functional Innovation After Record Q3
Jones Soda is celebrating a record quarter, as the Seattle-based company reported a 204% YoY jump in revenue.
Taste Radio: How A Lifestyle-First Strategy Puts Gratsi In A Category of Its Own
The best CPG brands don't just sell products; they change how consumers think about a category. Gratsi, a premium boxed wine and olive oil brand, is doing exactly that. Founder & CEO Stephen Vlahos explains how a compelling value proposition and lifestyle-driven storytelling helped Gratsi win over consumers, and the way e-commerce and retail can fuel each other's growth.
Review: Joey Delivers Fruit-Powered Hydration With Flair
Made with real fruit juice and sea algae minerals, the products combine electrolytes and vitamins with approachable fruit flavors and playful, sports-themed branding.