What if the biggest opportunity in your industry is something no one else recognizes? In this episode, Eric “ET” Tecosky, the founder of pioneering cocktail ingredient brand Dirty Sue, unpacks how a simple gap behind the bar became a first-to-market product, a profitable niche, and a lesson in disciplined focus.
The nominees for BevNET’s “Best of 2025” Awards, presented by Zuckerman Honickman, reflect a year defined by breakthrough innovation, bold storytelling, and category-defining creativity.
A battle may be over, but has the war just begun? Baked into the deal to reopen the U.S. government is a provision that bans intoxicating hemp products. What does it mean for the future of THC-infused beverages? The hosts weigh in. We also sit down with Trip co-founder Olivia Ferdi, whose relaxation drink brand recently announced a $40 million funding round at a valuation of $300 million.
This week's reviews features a pretty clear distinction between indulgence and function, but that doesn't mean they both can't be fun.
BevNET CPG Media is excited to announce the launch of Nombase Education, a new Insider-exclusive learning platform designed to provide founders and operators across the food, beverage, and beer industries with on-demand, expert-led education.
When “Shark Tank” called, Nikki Seaman was ready. The Freestyle Snacks founder secured $300K for 11% equity, turning a pandemic craving into a thriving brand of snackable olives and pickles. In this episode, Nikki shares how Freestyle’s bootstrapped, profit-focused strategy, viral TikTok buzz, and disciplined retail-first approach fueled growth – and a Shark’s appetite.
What do the hosts make of Caulipower’s fitting exit, a tennis icon’s investment in a corn-free (!) popcorn startup, and Padma Lakshmi’s partnership with a particularly spicy CPG brand? It’s a full serving of Taste Radio, complete with a taste-test of high-fiber gummy candy and a $20, creatine-packed cereal.
Cranberry is the holiday flavor popping up in seasonal varieties from drink makers like Gorgie, Halfday, Unwell and Cann.
The latest ready-to-drink (RTD) releases include soju-spiked Vietnamese coffee from Yoju, supersized Big Sipz, Kirin’s bestselling Japanese canned cocktail, and more. Here’s what’s new on the shelves.
This week's review roundup is here to welcome you to winter, whether you like or not, with a pair of seasonal sparkling drinks from HOP WTR and Bear Maple Farms.
ZOA – the energy drink brand co-founded by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson – has announced the return of seasonal flavor, Dwanta’s Holiday Punch, accompanied by a new short film.
The extended nomination deadline for the BevNET Best of 2025 Awards expires today, Wednesday, November 5. It only takes a few minutes, and you can submit as many nominations as you like (for yourself or others).
Oliver Dixon, the co-founder of Something & Nothing, explains how his design sensibility and refusal to compromise on flavor helped shape a better-for-you soda brand that feels both modern and timeless. From surviving early missteps to building credibility through selective distribution and cultural partnerships, Olly shares how discipline, taste, and integrity can scale just as powerfully as hype.
BevNET’s annual “Best Of” Awards celebrate the people, brands, products, and ideas that are shaping the future of the beverage industry. Submit your nominations by Wednesday, November 5.
