Judge Dismisses Patco Brands’ Counterclaims in BuzzBallz Trademark Case
A federal judge dismissed the last of Patco Brands’ counterclaims against BuzzBallz, ending a three-year fight between two rival orb-shaped, ready-to-drink (RTD) brands.
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Arizona Attorney General Sues Feel Free Shot Maker in Kratom Crackdown
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is suing Botanic Tonics, maker of the Feel Free brand of kratom and kava shots, claiming the company illegally sold its products as “energy drinks” without disclosing the potential risk of addiction.
Distribution: oHy Makes Target Debut; Walmart’s ‘New & Noteworthy’ Set Takes Shape
Hydrogen sparkling water brand oHy is expanding its retail footprint with a nationwide debut at Target, bringing the emerging beverage format to 800 locations across the U.S.
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Canadian Protein Coffee Brand Brüst Preps For U.S. Debut With Target, Meijer
Protein coffee brand Brüst is leveraging its scale in Canada to move rapidly into the U.S. with deals in place in a variety of retailers.
Bev-Alc Growth Looking Smaller, Lighter and More Retro, Per Mintel
As global consumers moderate they’re seeking stronger value, smaller formats, nostalgia, and sensory experiences, according to a new report from Mintel.
Moshi Makes First Move Beyond Beverage with Kettle-Cooked Chips
After six years building around distinctive flavor combinations in sparkling beverages, Moshi founder Alton But is ready to see where else that playbook can take the brand.
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The three flavors deliver familiar, crowd-pleasing lemonade and iced tea profiles, with enough sweetness to feel indulgent without reaching the intensity of many mainstream alternatives.
MET-Rx Returns to RTD with High Protein Shake Launch
Protein bar brand MET-Rx is making the leap into RTD with the launch of its MET-Rx 44g High Protein Shake line, debuting online this week. The shakes come in Strawberry Shortcake, Vanilla Milkshake and Chocolate Milkshake flavors. Each 14 oz. bottle contains 44 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber and up to 2,500 mg of electrolytes, and will retail for $3.47.
Voyage Foods Scales Manufacturing, Cargill Partnership As Ingredient Business Takes Off
Five years in, Voyage Foods has repositioned as an environmentally sustainable ingredient supplier as it scales its new Ohio manufacturing hub.
Recess Preps for Scale with Health-Ade, Poppi Vets Joining in Executive Roles
The functional beverage maker has hired Matthew Sztab as Chief Commercial Officer and Graham Goeppert as SVP of Digital Commerce & Media, signaling the company’s intent to bolster its sales and ecomm divisions after bringing in former Beatbox executive Zech Francis to run marketing earlier this year.
Marketing: Stiller’s Soda Goes Full New York with Katz’s Deli Deal
Stiller’s Soda is leaning further into its New York roots through a new partnership with Katz’s Delicatessen, bringing the better-for-you soda brand to the beloved Lower East Side restaurant.
Straightaway Turns Its Portland Airport Bar Into a Brand Lab
As many ready-to-drink (RTD) brands aim to expand shelf space, Straightaway Cocktails has invested in gate space instead. Three months into its Portland International Airport bar, the company is using the new space to interact with customers in different ways and trial drinks it otherwise wouldn’t be able to test at scale.