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Zola Acquired by Cannabis Brand Caliva

The acquisition will help Caliva to broaden its vertically-integrated cannabis business -- which produces flower, vape, and oil products -- into beverage through its access to Zola’s research and development team and established retail distribution network.

George Dickel Enters Bottled In Bond Category with 13-Year-Old Limited Release

In 1897, the federal government enacted The Bottled in Bond Act to help guarantee a spirit's authenticity and quality. Fast forward more than 120 years, Nicole Austin – general manager and distiller of Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. – is trying her hand at this special offering and reinforcing George Dickel's commitment to making unique, high quality whisky available at a great value with the release of George Dickel Bottled in Bond as her first innovation since joining the company in 2018.

BKON Announces Results of New Study on its RAIN Technology

Paving the way for exponential industry growth, beverage technology innovator BKON has announced the results of a new study that prove its breakthrough RAIN (Reverse Atmospheric Infusion) technology both increases the freshness of packaged cold brew from one to two days to at least 120 days, and extends the life of the beverage for months further.

Coco Taps Announces Partnership with Terrible Herbst

Customers can now fuel up on healthy hydration at Terrible Herbst. Fresh-tapped coconut supplier Coco Taps announced that their refreshing coconut water is now available at all Las Vegas locations.

ZonePerfect Launches Keto Shakes and Powders

Abbott is launching new ZonePerfect Keto made with 75% fat, 20% protein and 5% carbs. This ratio of macros has been tied to effective weight loss – shedding more fat and less muscle.

Soda Tax Update: Study Finds Philly Sales Down by Half

The results found that sales of sugary beverages dropped 51% in the first year after the city’s soda tax took effect in 2017. The tax also led to an increase in beverage prices and a sharp decline in volume sales, dropping from 2.475 billion ounces in 2016 to 1.214 billion ounces in 2017, according to the report.

Press Clips: The Cultural Influence of AriZona Iced Tea

Last week, Eater analyzed the eternal cool factor of AriZona Iced Tea, the 99 cent 24 oz. gas station mainstay which hit shelves in 1992. The brand has withstood the test of time, somehow avoiding the trappings of trendy 90s nostalgia to become what Eater calls simply “a mood.”

Help Yourself: Vending Tech Aims to Solve Keg Cold Brew’s Cost Issues

Arlington, Va.-based Commonwealth Joe, which roasts, brews and provides kegs of cold brew to clients on the East Coast, is one of several partners across the country working with Smart Beverages Technologies (SBT) as a provider of the company’s Kegerator Vending Machines (KVM), an innovative self-serve concept that aims to address one of the major hurdles to cold brew providers.

Sunshine State Distributing to Distribute Three New Spirit Brands

Sunshine State Distributing is excited to introduce three new spirit brands to Central Florida cocktail enthusiasts: Siempre Tequila, Alpine Distilling and Perfect Vodka. The addition of these distillers expands Sunshine State’s growing portfolio of craft spirits.

Woodford Reserve Launches Batch Proof

Woodford Reserve is proud to release its annual limited-edition, high-proof expression — Woodford Reserve Batch Proof. This expression is part of the annual Master’s Collection series, which celebrates Master Distiller Chris Morris’ vision and Woodford Reserve’s commitment to innovation and craftsmanship within the bourbon and whiskey category.

Jack Daniel’s Launches Legacy Edition 2

The Jack Daniel Distillery has announced the second release in its Legacy Edition series, Legacy Edition 2, inspired by one of the distillery’s earliest black labels dating back to the early 1900s. Legacy Edition, which launched in 2018, presents limited-edition variations of labels used throughout the more than 150-year history of the brand.