Lakewood Organic Announces New VP of Sales and Marketing
Lakewood Organic, the largest family owned and operated organic juice company in the US, is proud to announce Kyle Gaither as the Company’s New Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
Review: Koia Coffee
Plant-based protein shake brand Koia is expanding its lineup again with the launch of Koia Coffee, a three-SKU line that features coffee (and 200 mg of caffeine) as well as 5 grams of MCT oil.
Borden Dairy Co. Files for Bankruptcy
On Sunday, Dallas-based Borden Dairy Co., at one point the world’s largest dairy producer, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
Ritual Zero Proof Announces Minority Investment from Diageo Through Distill Ventures
Ritual Zero Proof, the first spirit alternative distilled in America that echoes the taste and smell of spirits, today announced investment from global beverage alcohol leader Diageo via Distill Ventures.
OWYN Closes $7.5 M Round Led by Powerplant Ventures
Plant-based beverage maker OWYN has raised $7.5 million in a financing round led by Powerplant Ventures, the company announced today. Powerplant co-founder and partner Mark Rampolla will join the brand’s board of directors.
In the Courtroom: Circuit Court Backs Dr Pepper in ‘Diet’ Dispute
In this roundup of recent legal news, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth District affirmed a lower court ruling dismissing a class action suit against Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. alleging Diet Dr Pepper’s use of the term “diet” implies it can help with weight loss or management. Meanwhile, a lawsuit between The Coca-Cola Company and the heirs of lemonade maker Hubert Hansen will move to a jury trial.
Taste Radio Insider Ep. 66: Next Level Advice On Investment, Goals, Profitability & More
This special edition of Taste Radio Insider highlights actionable insights and advice from interviews with six founders, creators and investors who joined us on the show during the second half of 2019. Our guests include Zico founder and Powerplant Ventures co-founder Mark Rampolla; Zoe Feldman, the director of the Chobani Incubator; Rick’s Picks founder and CEO Rick Field; Mike Cessario, the founder and CEO of Liquid Death; Harbinger Ventures founder Megan Bent and Chris Kirby, the founder of Ithaca Craft Hummus.
Review: Xoca Cacao Fruit Soda
Xoca is a line of cacao fruit juice sodas made with a base of 50% Ecuadorian cacao fruit juice. The product line is available in three flavors, including Original, Mint, and Ginger.
Ethyl Ambrosia Launches Premium Alcoholic Dessert Shots
Ethyl Ambrosia has launched a premium line of boozy dessert shots just in time for the holidays, which will make your next gathering stand apart from the rest.
Smart Energy Takes C4 “Above the Neck”
Thanks to the addition of nootropic ingredients, the new product gives C4 a foothold outside of athletic performance or fitness-based use occasions, something that the brand’s consumers were already helping to drive.
Ferm Fatale Launches Zero Sugar Probiotic Mocktail
Ferm Fatale, the world’s first zero sugar probiotic mocktail, is kicking off the New Year with the official launch of a line of shelf stable, raw, vegan, organic, probiotic non-alcoholic beverages.
BevNET Live Winter 2019: How Distributors Respond as Categories Evolve
In this video recorded at BevNET Live Winter 2019, KeHE’s Katie Paul and Alex Marx discuss how the distributor is embracing blurring category definitions and utilizing new technology to stay ahead of the industry, as well as how brands can act quickly and adapt to a constantly changing marketplace.
Mother Beverage Rebrands as Poppi
By the airing of its appearance on reality TV show Shark Tank in December 2018, Mother Beverage was already considering a possible rebrand. Now, with co-founders Allison and Stephen Ellsworth having just wrapped filming on a check-in for the show, the apple cider vinegar drink brand has plenty of updates to share, including a new name, different packaging and distribution momentum.
Elevator Talk: Angry Seltzer Delivers Character and Carbonation
Howard Weiss is the co-founder of Angry Seltzer, a highly carbonated craft seltzer brand that’s personifying its flavors and bringing a bit of character and fun to its line of beverages. The startup launched in Miami several months ago and aims to serve families and kids that are seeking a quality seltzer product with personality.