Aplós Cocktails is a new extension from Aplós, leveraging their previous experience of crafting functional non-alcoholic spirits into the realm of RTDs. The initial two SKUs are Chili Margarita and Ume Spritz, both packaged in sleek 12 ounce cans that promise a blend of sophistication and refreshment.
As expected, commerce reigned at the annual Coachella music festival, but which food and beverage companies stood out? We have a report. Also, Laura Merritt of Diageo Beer Company discusses how Guinness’ non-alcoholic Zero variety is helping the brand cultivate a new generation of consumers.
In this week’s new products roundup, Pepsi joins forces with chef Bobby Flay to launch two new grilling-inspired flavors, Califia Farms’ latest creamer pays homage to a classic ice cream flavor and Plink enters its magnesium era.
On this episode of CPG Week, the team discuss developments in a spicy trademark dispute, water thats Not Beer and the first acquisition for a new PE firm.
Everhop Sparkling Hop Water is a new entrant into the growing category of hop-infused sparkling waters. Each flavor pairs a specific hop variety with a splash of fruit juice, with. no added sugar and just calories per 12 ounce can.
Elizabeth Stein, the founder/CEO of better-for-you granola and breakfast brand Purely Elizabeth, explains how to create something that retail buyers perceive as unique and incremental to a category, her two most important considerations when raising capital, and the impact of hiring the "right" people.
In this week’s new products roundup, Erewhon introduces a canned version of its popular kefir sodas, Poppi creates a prebiotic twist on a classic soda flavor and Free Spirits makes its first foray into the ready-to-drink non-alcoholic canned cocktail category.
Momofuku built its reputation as a company that was always willing to stir the pot. It may, however, regret stirring this one. The hosts leap into the fray with their own takes on a hot and developing story. They also riff on Japanese TikTok, ASMR videos of people eating and a new spirit brand that, according to the founder, may make your brain “bounce that ass.”
On the CPG Week podcast, the team discuss food news stories involving trademark infringement, Trader Joe's innovation and anti-diet dietitians this week. Plus, a BevNET original song to baked beans.
In this gallery, major players like Diageo, Tip Top and Straightaway drop new flavors, SummerFall seeks to offer a West Coast-inspired take on Sake and The East Coast Cocktail Company teams up with social media personality Rufus Rice to launch Toxin.
Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Allison Ball, the founder & CEO, of Food Biz Wiz, who shared her thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
What role can bars and mixologists play in protecting Earth’s fragile environment? It’s a question that Torres Brandy is attempting to answer via its innovative Zero Challenge competition, which is designed to promote a new paradigm in hospitality by aligning cocktail culture with environmental responsibility.
Pretty Tasty Collagen Tea offers a refreshing take on the ready-to-drink (RTD) tea category with a beneficial twist: each can is enhanced with 10g of collagen protein.
What happens when a small, but influential, retailer unexpectedly closes all of its stores? What does its closure say about the trends it embraced? The hosts discuss. They also test out a “nu” machine that produces on-demand plant-based milk and highlight a motley crew of RTD beverages.
