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New Age: Morinda Merger Fuels Triple Digit Q1 Growth

After spending much of last year restructuring and rebranding its beverage product portfolio -- alongside a December merger with CPG wellness company Morinda -- New Age Beverages Corporation reported triple-digit growth in the first quarter of this year, according to an earnings report released Friday.

Halewood Wine and Spirits Opens U.S. Operating Unit in Miami

UK-based wine, spirits and beer producer Halewood Wine and Spirits continues its international expansion by opening its new U.S. operating unit in Miami facilitating the development of its portfolio of premium craft products in the U.S., Caribbean and the entire Americas region.

BOSS Coffee Launches in the US

Suntory Beverage & Food North America LLC is proud to announce the US launch of BOSS Coffee, its ready-to-drink (RTD) flash-brewed coffee brand. BOSS Coffee is currently Japan’s third best-selling beverage, with dozens of unique products and over 100 million cases sold in 2018.

Protein2o Expands Retail Presence

Seizing on Americans’ love affair with protein and energy, Protein2o has logged impressive retail growth to grow the country’s number-one protein water brand. Leading the way is Protein2o’s newest innovation Protein2o PLUS Energy, which is popping up on store shelves and displays this Spring in CVS, Rite Aid, Discount Drug Mart, HyVee, Jewel, Tom Thumb, Randall’s and Central Market.

NITRO Beverage Co. Partners with Rainforest Distribution

NITRO Beverage Co. has just launched brand new packaging and has partnered with Rainforest Distribution to expand its Northeast and Mid-Atlantic presence. The new packaging displays certified badges front and center, and the cans now feature a super smooth matte finish.

Reed’s Launches New “They Fooled Your Mom” Marketing Campaign

Reaching for a ginger ale soda when you have an upset stomach? You’re not alone, as 88 percent of moms say they would give their child or another family member ginger ale soda to soothe an upset stomach. However, the truth is there is almost no real ginger in conventional ginger ale sodas and certainly not enough for a functional benefit

Monster vs. VPX: Dutch Court Case Results in Partial Judgement

According to documents from Amsterdam District Court in The Netherlands shared by Monster last night, the energy drink maker’s Dublin-based European subsidiary, Monster Energy Limited, has received a partial judgement in its complaint against Bang B.V., which markets and sells VPX’s Bang energy drink in Holland.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 33: Whether It’s Food or Apparel, Patagonia Starts With a Problem

In this episode, Patagonia Provisions managing director Birgit Cameron spoke about the origins and development of the brand, a food and beverage offshoot of outdoor apparel giant Patagonia. She also discussed the opportunities and challenges of being aligned with its parent company and why its uncommon innovation strategy is critical to its overarching mission.

SKYY Vodka Launches Limited-Edition SKYY Infusions Cold Brew Coffee

There’s no mistaking it -- cold brew coffee is red-hot and quickly becoming a new American classic, a staple of a brunch-focused generation. Now, for a limited time only, San Francisco-born SKYY Vodka is bringing the authentic taste of this country’s latest obsession to cocktail bars and retail stores across the U.S. with the release of SKYY Infusions Cold Brew Coffee.

Thirty Drink Announces New Label

Thirty Drink, The Healthy Sports Drink, a leading producer of clean sports and functional beverages, is excited to announce a new label to help with consumer demands. Thirty Drink listened to the market and has added verbiage to clarify exactly who we are, to new consumers nationwide. We are “Thirty Drink - The Healthy Sports Drink.”

Heaven’s Door Spirits Announces Two New Limited Release Whiskeys

Heaven's Door Spirits, co-created by legendary musician and artist Bob Dylan, has announced the release of the final bottles of its 10 Year Old 100 Proof Tennessee Straight Bourbon, a limited two-barrel lot batch. The brand also provided a first glimpse into its newest, and very rare whiskey offering, aptly named The Bootleg Series, which will be available later this year.

Stolen Spirits Launches Stolen X Whiskey

Stolen Spirits, known for creating the world’s first smoke drum and award-winning 11 year-old single-grain whiskey, has announced the launch of Stolen X, the newest member of the Stolen family of craft spirits.