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Athletic Brewing Adds Drake Maye and Dak Prescott as ‘Athlete-Owners’
Athletic Brewing Company is adding two QB1s to its roster as “athlete-owners” as the NFL season kicks off tonight. New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott struck multi-year partnerships with the dedicated non-alcoholic (NA) beer maker, along with stakes in the business.
Taste Radio: Keurig Dr Pepper’s Former CEO Has A Beefy Take On Growth
What if the smartest growth strategy for your CPG brand is to stop chasing growth? Larry Young spent nearly 50 years in the beverage business before trading corporate boardrooms for a cattle ranch. The former CEO and president of Keurig Dr Pepper and his wife, Colette, now own Texas-based 10-2-4 Ranch, where they’re building a premium beef brand on their own terms.
Quarter Proof Founders Return to Low-Alc With ‘Half-Cocktail’ Strength Demi Vodka
Rohan Radhakrishnan and Fabian Clark’s first attempt at building a mid-proof spirits category didn’t go as planned. Now, they’re trying again.
Review: Chameleon Cold Brew Revamps With New Look & New Flavors
The relaunch brings a welcome visual refresh and solid liquid quality, although there is still room to further differentiate the lineup.
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Kendall Jenner Joins TRIP as Equity Investor, Global Ambassador
TRIP has a new global brand ambassador, and you might have heard of her. Reality TV star Kendall Jenner is joining the relaxation beverage maker as an equity investor and spokesperson, with plans to be the face of an upcoming marketing campaign for the fast-growing functional brand.
Taste Radio: Is It A Trend Or A Distraction?
How do you know when a trend is an opportunity—and when it’s just a distraction? In CPG, the pressure to add protein, fiber, adaptogens, nootropics and every other buzzy benefit can be relentless. But more isn’t always more.
Distribution: AriZona Takes Premium Mineral Water Ferrarelle into Cans; UPDATE Hits Circle K
AriZona Beverages has secured a distribution deal with Italian mineral water brand Ferrarelle to bring its new canned line to U.S. retail.
SkyPop’s Rides ‘Superior Taste’ as Brand Hits 10,000 Doors in First Eight Months
Eight months after the launch of protein soda brand SkyPop, the rebranded version of Don’t Quit says its emphasis on flavor first has led it to rapidly reach 10,000 doors nationwide with more innovation and expansion slated for the coming months.
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New Beverages: Califia, Chobani Do Seasonal Flavors; BUM Energy x Ella Langley
Protein, fiber, prebiotics, a 'humble' oat milk and a Corporate Bro-- this week's gallery has it all.
BevNET’s 2026 Natural Beverage Showcase Is Now Available: Explore Trends in Soda, Hydration, Creatine & More
From functional soda and coconut water to clean energy, protein and emerging wellness ingredients, natural beverage continues to expand across new categories, formats and occasions. BevNET’s 2026 Natural Beverage Showcase is now available, bringing together more than 100 beverage brands and industry suppliers for a broad look at what’s showing up across the natural and better-for-you beverage market.
The Next High: Kava, Kanna Eye Opportunity Amid Hemp THC Uncertainty
Kava and kanna have positioned as the next thing in functional adult non-alcoholic alternatives as hemp-derived THC's future remains uncertain.
Liquid Death Founder and Sazerac Launch Mr. Fancy Canned ‘American Bubbly’
Liquid Death founder Mike Cessario is partnering with Sazerac to launch Mr. Fancy, a new ready-to-drink (RTD) canned sparkling wine.
Review: Mission Craft Cocktails Might Have Made the Perfect Pickle-Rita
Mission Craft Cocktail's contribution to the wave of pickle-inspired drinks to hit the market in recent years succeeds by keeping the margarita front and center and using pickle as a restrained, complementary accent rather than the dominant flavor.
Martignetti to Acquire Red Network Distributor Girardi in Massachusetts
The beer, wine and spirits distributor has struck a definitive agreement to acquire Girardi Distributors, LLC, a Massachusetts-based, independent Anheuser-Busch InBev (A-B) and Constellation Brands distributor.