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Nutrabolt Releases C4 Performance Energy Clinical Study Claims

Nutrabolt, a global leader in human performance and the maker of one of the nation’s fastest growing performance energy drink brands, C4 Energy, announces new clinical trial study claims on the benefits of C4 Smart Energy, showcasing the efficacy of its better-for-you and cognitive performance energy drink. Conducted at the University of Iowa, the new study tested the cognitive and mental performance effects of C4 Smart Energy, which contains a specially-formulated combination of clinically studied ingredients, including InnovaTea, a plant-based caffeine ingredient derived from green tea extract that delivers energy and alertness, alongside Cognizin, a patented citicoline designed to support mental focus, attention, and recall.

Essentia Water Launches ‘Stop For Nothing’ Campaign Featuring Roster of Athletes and Entertainers

Essentia Water, the pioneer of ionized alkaline water in the U.S., has launched a new campaign featuring basketball star Jimmy Butler, Chicago quarterback Justin Fields, and multi-platinum singer-songwriter Tate McRae. A continuation of its "Stop for Nothing" campaign, which launched in 2021 and featured McRae alongside Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes, this new creative focuses on maintaining resilience by taking a moment to pause and hydrate.

Harmless Harvest Announces Transition to 100% Recycled Plastic Bottles This Spring

Harmless Harvest, a leader in the organic coconut-based food and beverage product market, announces the transition to 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) bottles for its coconut water and smoothie beverage products. This May 2022, all retailers carrying the beloved brand’s coconut-based drinks across the U.S. will stock their shelves with the newly composed bottles. The transition is part of the brand’s commitment to zero waste production, creating a roadmap for progress toward products and practices that have a net-positive impact on both people and the environment.

Propel Fitness Water and Mindy Kaling Celebrate the Joy of Working Out With Summer Fitness Tour and Social Campaign

Whether it’s a runner’s high, mastering a yoga pose, or just getting out and moving, Propel Fitness Water wants to celebrate all the ways that working out can be joyous. This summer, Propel, the electrolyte water from Gatorade, is teaming up once again with writer, actor and producer Mindy Kaling to inspire exercisers to come together and find their JOWO – Joy of Working Out. 

Pickle Juice Partners With AATAC to Expand Growth and Product Distribution

Pickle Juice, the all-natural way to stay hydrated and stop muscle cramps, has recently announced its partnership with AATAC (Asian American Trade Association’s Council). AATAC’s network comprises one of the nation’s largest associations of convenience stores, gas stations, and general retail outlets representing over 80,000 locations. AATAC has been an important part in launching dozens of new products into the convenience and general retail channels, several of which are now considered to be some of the most successful checkout lane products of the past decade.

Westland Distillery Releases Colere Edition 2 Single Malt Whiskey

Westland Distillery’s Outpost Range welcomes Colere Edition 2 American Single Malt Whiskey (50%ABV, 7o0ml, $149.99 SRP) to their growing portfolio of premium single malts that celebrate Pacific Northwest provenance and the new frontiers in whiskey. With a first edition launched in 2021, Colere American Single Malt Whiskey reflects Westland’s core mission to push beyond the old-world conventions and explore new varieties of barley bred outside the commodity system. Only 3,000 bottles of this second edition are available worldwide for purchase. 

Thomas Ashbourne Craft Spirits Launches First RTD Cocktail Lineup With Help From Sarah Jessica Parker, John Cena and Vanessa Hudgens

As summer looms on the horizon, Thomas Ashbourne Craft Spirits is making a splash in the ready-to-drink cocktail category with the launch of its four-SKU portfolio that was crafted with the help of celebrity founding partners Sarah Jessica Parker, John Cena, Ashley Benson, Rosario Dawson, Vanessa Hudgens, and Playboi Carti.

Kasama Rum Releases Limited-Edition Bottle Design With Fashion House Natori

Kasama, the acclaimed small-batch rum from Filipino founder Alexandra Dorda that celebrates the Philippines and aims to redefine the next generation of both rum drinkers and makers, releases its first limited-edition bottle designed in collaboration with Filipino founder Josie Natori of New York-based fashion house, Natori, to raise awareness and support for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. 

Artisanal Sotol Brand Cardenxe Now Available Online

Launching this Spring, Cardenxe is an artisanal, small-batch sotol brand with a mission to bring back the ancient Mexican spirit and to inspire a deep emotional connection for drinkers. This premium entry into the Mexican spirits category celebrates sotol’s rich heritage and launches with two terroir-inspired hero varietals, Sotol De La Sierra and Sotol De Desierto, which already were awarded Gold and Silver medals respectively in the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Blue Run Spirits Unveils ‘Reflection I’ Kentucky Straight Bourbon From Hall Of Famer Jim Rutledge

Blue Run Spirits announces its second whiskey release of the year with Blue Run “Reflection I” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, contract distilled by the company’s liquid advisor, Bourbon Hall of Fame member Jim Rutledge. Blue Run “Reflection I” is now available at select retailers in the U.S. and Canada, as well as online at BlueRunSpirits.com beginning at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Wednesday, May 4.

Spirit Hound Distillers Partners with Planet Bluegrass for Iconic Colorado Festival Experience Sweepstakes

 Spirit Hound Distillers announces the launch of its “Spirit Hound Colorado Festival Experience” sweepstakes, giving spirits and music lovers a chance to win the ultimate weekend getaway in Lyons, Colo., for the 2022 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival on Aug. 12-14. Between now and June 30, enter to win one of three awesome prizes at select retailers throughout Colorado and online at spirithounds.com/festival2022. 

Taste Radio: Their ‘Aura’ Felt Different… And Great Things Followed.

Paul Voge, co-founder/CEO of fast-growing artisanal sparkling water brand Aura Bora, recalled the clever way he landed his first meeting with a Whole Foods buyer, how his pricing strategy was ahead of the curve, and his tension-filled experience on “Shark Tank.” He also explained why acquiring sales data has been critical to the brand’s development and how he’s attracted industry veterans for key roles.