Following the ongoing relaxation of GMO labeling laws by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a coalition of industry members led by the Center for Food Safety (CFS) last week sued the agency, noting that a lack of regulation over the growing biotech industry is threatening the ability to provide transparency in food and beverage products — something consumers increasingly want.
Rowdy Mermaid, a beverage company producing crisp and refreshing, function-forward kombucha, has announced the addition of Danielle Eberly to the sales team as Director of Foodservice to support continued national sales growth by securing new placements with regional and national foodservice chains, corporate campuses, parks, airports and other venues.
You might recognize Tony’s Chocolonely by its quirky labels and comic font logo. Behind the Dutch brand’s playful vibe, however, is a profound mission to end the use of child labor within the cocoa industry. Ynzo van Zanten, the company’s Chief Evangelist, spoke about how Tony’s has navigated the development of a premium brand while staying focused on its overarching social mission.
Don Ciccio & Figli, handcrafted Italian herbal liqueur sourced from within the United States, has announced a new line of ready-to-drink cocktails entitled, La Perla. The line features a delicate balance of simple ingredients and complex flavors attributed to earthly elements from which the liqueurs are derived.
Alter Ego, which is the counterpart to Oregon-based Riff Cold Brewed’s eponymous line of cold brew coffee drinks, is a line of sparkling cascara (aka coffee fruit) beverages that are positioned as natural energy drinks.
Silly Juice, a new line of “seriously good” juices, proudly announces the online debut of six unique, tasty varieties.
We are so excited to announce the integration of Relish Food Project into Stage 1 Financial, combining our shared foundations in the early stage CPG community to help brands scale and grow.
¡CACTUS! Organic Cactus Water, a line of plant-based functional waters powered by Nopal cactus leaf juice, announced today that Texas giant H-E-B will carry the brand as of August 2020.
Having secured widespread retail distribution for its premium imported water, Icelandic Glacial is planning to “turbo charge” the brand with its first-ever TV spot airing in select markets starting in August.
As we enter the heat of August, brands are offering consumers new innovations in coffee, CBD, hydration and plant-based beverages. Companies such as Big Easy Bucha, Four Sigmatic, Toutalou and Dose introduced shot lines while brand such as Electrolit, Waterloo and Goldthread unveiled new flavor launches. Check out the gallery for July's notable releases.
The Responsible Trading Company & Fazenda Vaccaro Farm announce the introduction of Abelha Organic Cachaça in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this summer. The sustainable, delectable, and artisanal cachaça is made with care for the land and respect for the farmers who tend it.
James Bay Distillers is excited to announce that it has expanded whisky distribution into Total Wine & More, which now carries the company's award-winning 80-proof Cadboro organic cacao-infused whisky in all Washington State stores.
Pelotón de la Muerte has introduced two new artisanal mezcal expressions to its lineup – Criollo and Vegan Pechuga. Available beginning August 1, these mezcals are produced with wild agave grown in the Mexican state of Guerrero and traditional methods by master mezcaleros who carry on generations of classic mezcal production.
SABÉ is a line of pre-mixed full-strength cocktails that are all-natural and gluten free and package them in 250mL sleek cans.
