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Expo West Gallery: First Look at New Products Expo West Gallery: First Look at New Products

Expo West Gallery: First Look at New Products

by BevNET.com Staff,

As Expo West 2025 kicks off this morning, here's a first look at new products showcasing at the show, including launches from Vita Coco, Topo Chico and Califia Farms.

Taste Radio: He’s Leading A ‘Green’ Revolution… And Slurping His Way To Victory Taste Radio: He’s Leading A ‘Green’ Revolution… And Slurping His Way To Victory

Taste Radio: He’s Leading A ‘Green’ Revolution… And Slurping His Way To Victory

by BevNET.com Staff,

Mac Villarreal, the founder & CEO of I Eat My Greens, a pioneering plant-based soup company, takes us through his fascinating entrepreneurial journey, the impact of his brand’s innovative packaging, how he overcame initial retailer pushback, creating products that align with modern food trends and his patient, yet ambitious growth strategy.

Taste Radio: Unpacking The Aura, Hiyo & Alani Deals. Plus, We Get ‘Fair’ & ‘Passionate’. Taste Radio: Unpacking The Aura, Hiyo & Alani Deals. Plus, We Get ‘Fair’ & ‘Passionate’.

Taste Radio: Unpacking The Aura, Hiyo & Alani Deals. Plus, We Get ‘Fair’ & ‘Passionate’.

by BevNET.com Staff,

Aura Bora is acquired. Hiyo adds $19 million and a strategic partner. And Celsius drops $1.8 billion on Alani Nu. Oh, and Spindrift is back in the soda biz. Yeah, it’s been a busy week and the hosts have lots to say. We also sit down with Alex Duong, the founder & CEO of Fair & Square and Lena Zhuravsky, the founder of passionfruit-centric beverage brand Passion Joy.

CPG Week: Spindrift Soda and Alani Nu Acquisition CPG Week: Spindrift Soda and Alani Nu Acquisition

CPG Week: Spindrift Soda and Alani Nu Acquisition

by BevNET.com Staff,

The CPG Week team discusses the launch of a new soda line from sparkling water maker Spindrift just a month after its sale to a private equity group. Then, the group digs into the details of Celsius Holdings’ $1.8 billion acquisition of competitor Alani Nu and examines how the deal could impact distribution in the energy drink category as well as what the sale spells for prior owner (and PRIME maker) Congo Brands.

Elevator Talk: Kombuchade, Sky Barn, Dice Provisions, Grind with Gratitude Elevator Talk: Kombuchade, Sky Barn, Dice Provisions, Grind with Gratitude

Elevator Talk: Kombuchade, Sky Barn, Dice Provisions, Grind with Gratitude

by BevNET.com Staff,

Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Dr. Sebastian Dreher, the Venture Manager - North America for DöhlerGroup, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.

Taste Radio: How Yaza Went National at Whole Foods Just Weeks After Its Launch Taste Radio: How Yaza Went National at Whole Foods Just Weeks After Its Launch

Taste Radio: How Yaza Went National at Whole Foods Just Weeks After Its Launch

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How many brands can you name that secured national distribution at Whole Foods just weeks after launching? In this episode, we dive into one such success story: Yaza, a rapidly emerging brand of Lebanese-style labneh. We also test yet another "pizza wine" and chat about Hailee Steinfeld's angelic take on RTD cocktails.

Distribution: Kiki Milk Adds Sprouts, Closes Series Seed Distribution: Kiki Milk Adds Sprouts, Closes Series Seed

Distribution: Kiki Milk Adds Sprouts, Closes Series Seed

by BevNET.com Staff,

Kiki Milk, maker of an organic plant-based milk line marketed to children and families, is extending its brick-and-mortar footprint with 440 Sprouts Farmers Market locations across the country; Korean Pear beverage brand Seoul Juice is now available nationwide in QuikTrip locations.