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Expo West 2019 Gallery: Functional + Plant-Based + Water

In our last gallery from Expo West 2019, we highlight some of the new and notable products in the categories of water, plant-based and functional beverages, which includes protein and energy drinks. These include a new line of collagen-infused waters, new flavors from OWYN and Lemon Perfect, as well as a revamped look for MatchaBar’s Hustle.

Bumbu Rum Company Launches ‘The Bumbu Room’ Interview Series

Bumbu Rum Co's interview series "The Bumbu Room" continues with Harlem rapper and consummate emcee Dave East. Dave East, who signed to Nas in 2014, has been seen in the studio with the likes of Swizz Beatz, Timbaland and even Forest Whitaker while working on his debut solo album entitled Survival, releasing soon on Def Jam.

Expo West 2019: Weller Co-Founders On Building CBD Lifestyle Brand

At Natural Products Expo West 2019 in Anaheim, Calif., the founders of hemp-infused snacks company Weller spoke about its first beverage — a three-SKU line of flavored zero-calorie sparkling waters infused with 25 mg of full spectrum CBD -- and how it is designed to achieve the company’s goal of helping consumers “get CBD at any point in the day.”

Maison Martell Unveils Martell Millésime 1898

On March 23, at the annual Masters of Wines & Spirits event in Singapore, Maison Martell unveiled an exceptional cognac with unique associations to the history of the House and its founding family

Ilegal Mezcal Appoints Four Women To Executive Board

Ilegal has announced that they have hired and promoted women as the COO, CMO, VP of trade marketing and trade marketing manager, all working hard to maintain the brand’s position as one of the leading small-batch artisanal mezcals on the market.

Gallery: Spring Brings New Spirits

With spring finally coming into season, your liquor cabinet may be in need of a refresh. In this gallery, we highlight a selection of notable new releases for the season, including a new premium tequila from DeLeon and a collaboration from OH MY! Teakoe Tea and Mythology Distillery.

Expo West 2019: Goldthread Founder Talks Growing Herbal Tonic Category

In this interview video recorded at Natural Products Expo West 2019, we spoke with the brand’s founder William Siff, a former acupuncturist, to learn how the company is working to make its adaptogen-based beverages click with conventional channel consumers.

Rock Grace Announces Launch Date for New Non-Alcoholic Beverage

Rock Grace, creator of an elegant and exciting non-alcoholic beverage infused with crystal energy, botanicals and adaptogens, recently announced their new release launch date set for June 3, 2019.  The new release bottles are the world’s first ready-to-drink crystal elixir that includes healing plant-based super herbs.

Wells Fargo: Competition, Volume Drops Hurting Monster

Wells Fargo securities analysts expressed growing concern that dragging volumes and competitive pressure from an ascendant rival are starting to take their toll on Monster Beverage Corp. In a “data deep dive” released on Tuesday, Wells Fargo analyst Bonnie Herzog raised a number of challenges currently facing Monster, ranging from questions over pricing strategy to speculation around the future of its relationship with distribution partner The Coca-Cola Company.

Ice Age Glacial Expands from Canada to the U.S.

Ice Age Glacial, an ultra-pure water sourced from ancient glaciers within the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, has debuted in select U.S. markets, in addition to its existing distribution in Canada.

DeCrescente Distributing Company Now Distributing Bang Energy Drink

DeCrescente Distributing Company (DDC) is excited to announce a partnership with VPX Sports to distribute Bang Energy Drink, a great-tasting 16 oz. carbonated beverage formulated to fuel the brain and body. Bang is now available in 12 unique flavors like Sour Heads and Purple Haze throughout the Capital Region.