Chicago’s CPG scene is thriving, and we got a taste of it firsthand. Fresh off our latest Taste Radio meetup, we spotlight the city’s vibrant brand community and sample a fascinating lineup of products discovered at the highly touted, unceremoniously shuttered and ultimately resurrected Foxtrot Market.
Calaveras showcases an impressive functional stack, but the brand's thoughtful approach to full-sugar and zero-sugar flavors is its real secret weapon.
BevNET CPG Media announced today that Bryce McDonald has returned as vice president of sales. He will lead the sales organization and work with partners to develop programs across the company's media, events, insights and professional resources.
Functionality is everywhere – but are consumers buying the benefit or seeing right through it? This week, we dig into the rise of protein- and fiber-enhanced snacks from Khloud, Doritos and Smartfood, the growing buzz around colostrum, and a troubling new study on avocado oil authenticity. Plus, we explore the enduring appeal of pickle flavor and Grillo’s winning collaboration strategy.
Poppi gets sour, 5-Hour gets spooky, Bulletproof gets moody and MALK gets 'whole.'
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard break down the federal government’s first proposed definition of ultraprocessed foods and a rocky quarter for Celsius. The hosts also dig into Khloé Kardashian’s latest Khloud innovation and Keurig Dr Pepper’s lime-forward reformulation of 7UP.
While taste is on-point, Coco Love Coconut Water's branding and messaging feels slightly underdeveloped in a highly competitive category.
This month's distribution moves are headlined by ready-to-drink (RTD) gin cocktail The Original Southside landing in major retailers, a wave of Southern Glazer's (SGWS) additions spanning vodka, rum, and scotch, and distributors scooping up new territory in the wake of Republic National Distributing Company's (RNDC) collapse.
What makes a brand worth betting on? Ken Sadowsky, affectionately known as “The Beverage Whisperer,” returns to Taste Radio with a sharp look at where the biggest opportunities — and potential pitfalls — are emerging across the beverage category.
MateVibe offers an approachable take on the category that leans heavily into a classic iced tea base accented by flavor-specific additions.
Even in a tough fundraising market, investors are still writing checks. The question is: to whom? This week, we break down the latest CPG investment data and examine why protein-packed, dye-free, and ingredient-conscious startups continue to stand out with investors.
This week, Waterloo unveils its new look, Jolene expands its oat milk latte line and BellRing brings new protein options to two of its brands.
NoBiggie's light, fruit-forward and kid-friendly drinking experience often feels closer to flavored sparkling water than a traditional juice drink
In this issue: Uncle Arnie's raises $2 million, Celtic Sea Salt makes first beverage play, BellRing targets stronger profits, Minute Maid moves into hard tea and more
