Energy Drinks Slide, But Non-Alc Sales Mostly Steady in Early May

Non-alcoholic beverage sales maintained a steady growth curve in the first half of May, as dollar sales rose 2.5% in the 52-week period ending May 16, according to the latest analysis of NielsenIQ data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research.

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BevNET Live NYC is just two weeks away, and with more than 500 beverage industry professionals already registered for June 10+11, registrations are ramping up fast. Don’t wait to get a direct line to the founders, investors, retailers, and media at the center of the industry - now is the time to register.

PLEZi Rebuilds Around Steph Curry with Hydration Refresh

The better-for-you beverage brand first founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama and led by L.A. Libations is rolling out a rebrand for its 16.9 oz. PLEZi Hydration line, with plans to focus fully on a cross-generational opportunity in sports drinks, having dropped its original kids juice line.

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BevNET Live NYC 2026: The State of Cannabevs: Strategy on Deadline

Is it the last call for intoxicating THC beverages, even if the industry is just taking off? At BevNET Live NYC 2026, category stakeholders will explain how they are preparing for the worst — while embracing the present — as they face down a November 13 deadline that could cripple their category.

Distribution: Little Saints Focuses on Florida

Adult NA cocktail maker Little Saints is mounting a concerted effort to grow across its home state of Florida, launching 120 ABC Fine Wine & Spirits stores across the Sunshine State next month, marking the startup’s largest retail expansion to date.

RNDC Layoffs Continue in WA, SD Ahead of Potential Deals

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) plans to lay off 267 employees in Washington and 53 in South Dakota, as other distributors potentially prepare to take over RNDC’s distribution rights or operations across the country.

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Taste Radio: As Investors Get More Selective, Grocery Gets More Curated

What actually gets investors to say yes in today’s CPG market? We revisit conversations with founders, operators and investors at Taste Radio’s NYC Meetup who share candid advice on why disciplined growth, financial transparency and strong regional traction matter far more than hype. The hosts also dive into the rise of luxury and small-format grocery and discuss Olipop’s recent refresh.