Drinks featuring sea-derived ingredients like algae, spirulina, and sea moss are gaining strong momentum, fueled by rising consumer interest in health, sustainability, and plant-based nutrition.
U.K.-based functional beverage maker TRIP Drinks expanded its reach to Target stores across the U.S. this month, bringing the brand’s total global distribution footprint to 40,000 doors.
Kevin McCray, the co-founder behind groundbreaking brand Kevin's Natural Foods, reveals the strategic playbook that propelled his namesake brand to an $800 million acquisition by Mars, Inc. in 2023, and how he's applying those same winning principles to his latest CPG venture, Wild Fox Foods.
The On Premise universe grew in December, particularly driven by openings of Casual dining outlets, which were the most common venue type.
Fitness influencer Ashton Hall’s morning routine has turned into a huge boost for Saratoga Spring Water, and after a viral video last month turbo-charged the brand’s sales, we’re watching for their next move.
Is West Virginia’s groundbreaking move to ban artificial dyes in food the pebble that causes an avalanche? And, is Ben Stiller really leaping into an already crowded pool for BFY soda? Lots to discuss. We also sit down with Dan Grim, the CEO of functional drink manufacturer Lucky To Be Beverage Co.
In this week’s new products gallery, we take a look at co-branded launches from Starbucks and Nespresso, Bang and Any Means Possible, and VMI Sports and PEZ. As well, we feature multipack launches from Electrolit and St. Cecilia Soda.
Innovation around low-sugar, plant-based liquid is seeping into an OG better-for-you drink category, and no, we aren’t talking about “Modern Soda” or energy drinks. Today, senior reporter Lukas Southard has all eyes on the smoothies and juices sector.
Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Rebecca Bernard, the founder of Empire City Brand Builders, who shared her thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Unwell Hydration Kiwi Pineapple Unwell Hydration is the new beverage play from podcaster Alex Cooper (of Call Her Daddy fame) in collaboration with Nestlé. The initial line of three flavors…
Gail Becker has a bold message for CPG entrepreneurs: if your brand isn’t built to truly improve the lives of your consumers, “you should stay the hell out.”
In the latest new spirits roundup, KOTA liqueur and Pegasus Distillerie release unique herbal liqueurs, Stephen Curry takes a shot at 4,000-day aged whiskey, and Lo Siento's Caliente spices up the Fireball occasion with a cinnamon-infused tequila.
According to the Spate Popularity Index, the Energy, Sports, and Functional Drinks category has experienced steady growth, with further expansion anticipated. View the full BevNET Insider exclusive report.
Poppi just popped – big time. But was PepsiCo’s $1.65 billion acquisition driven by TikTok virality, perfect timing, or industry heavyweights like Rohan Oza? (Sorry, prebiotics, this one's not about you.) And now that the first major deal has landed, is the BFY soda space about to see a gold rush – or a bubble burst? The hosts break it all down. Plus, we revisit standout interviews from our Miami meetup.
