Review: Sodee Pop Clean Soda for Kids
Sodee Pop is a new line of zero-calorie CSDs, which are being positioned as clean soda for kids. Sweetened with stevia, the line features two 8-ounce flavors: Orange Fizz and Root Beer.
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Taste Radio: Is Another Massive M&A Deal Right Around The Corner?
Prior to the announcement of Mars’ $36 billion acquisition of Kellanova, the hosts discussed the possibility of a major M&A deal, one that could create a domino effect for some CPG brands. They also opined on the future of NA bottle shops, munch on ramen-flavored snacks and sip on banana cream soda.
New Products: Liquid Death’s Dessert-Inspired Sparkling Water, Plus Black Rifle, Califia, AriZona & More
In this week’s new products roundup, Califia announces the release of four new fall and winter seasonal products, Liquid Death joins forces with Van Leeuwen Ice Cream to launch a decadent sparkling water flavor and Black Rifle Coffee Company ventures into the $20 billion energy drink market.
Join Us at the BevNET x Naturally San Diego Industry Meetup on September 25
The BevNET team is hosting a SoCal food, beverage and beer industry meetup on Wednesday, September 25th from 5PM to 7PM PT. Join Naturally San Diego and our BevNET San Diego team, as well as the Producer & Editor of Taste Radio, Ray Latif, and Taste Radio co-hosts John Craven, Mike Schneider and Jacqui Brugliera.
Elevator Talk: In Good Company, MADWOMAN, HYDR8, Ceybon AF, Platinum915
Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Andrew Guard, the founder of Right Coast Brands, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Review: Nutcase
Nutcase is a line of RTD cashew milk beverages positioned as “nostalgic, healthy, and delicious.” The lineup includes three flavors, Vanilla, Chocolate and Strawberry, all of which are made with a simple list of clean ingredients.
Taste Radio: How Everlane’s Founder Is Fashioning Success In CPG
Michael Preysman, the founder of trailblazing fashion company Everlane and Magna, an upstart brand of sports wellness powders infused with magnesium, shares his perspective on differentiation, why Magna’s package draws inspiration from a cigarette brand, how he thinks about and implements a customer service strategy, and how to identify and work with mentors.
Taste Radio: Simple Is So Powerful. Complicated, On The Other Hand…
A promising brand shut its doors this week, and its founder claimed that a confluence of factors led to its demise. Taste Radio’s hosts, however, wonder if the company’s problems stemmed from a single simple issue. They also riff on the ubiquity of “brat summer,” toss Twinkies and pop bottles of the NA variety.
New Products: Fanta Summons Beetlejuice, Plus Mooala, Recess, BIGFACE & More
In this week’s new products roundup, BIGFACE ventures into the ready-to-drink coffee space, Fanta summons the one and only Beetlejuice and Recess expands its lineup of Zero Proof mocktails.
NielsenIQ: Non-Alc Beverage Sales Worsen in Second Half of July
Non-alcoholic beverage sales growth decelerated as slightly stronger pricing growth was more than offset by weaker volumes in the two-week period ending July 27.
Insider Benefit: BevNET Exclusive Data Reports in Partnership with CGA
As part of our exclusive data series for BevNET & Nosh Insiders, we’re partnering with CGA by NIQ, a trusted On Premise measurement, insight & research consultancy to food & drink businesses across the globe, empowering growth & shaping On Premise strategies for success.
Insider Daily Briefing: Olipop Steps Out Of The Cold Case
In today’s Insider Daily Briefing, Olipop makes its long-awaited move to the middle aisle, while Celsius and Premier Protein maker BellRing Brands deliver quarterly earnings.
Taste Radio: Recess (R)evolution. How This Pivot Helped Build A Relaxation Empire.
Ben Witte, the founder and CEO of Recess, talks about how he navigated a shift toward a product mix that realizes his vision of a relaxation beverage platform, how the company built a thriving online business and why consumer feedback is the key to its sales and marketing efforts.
Insider Daily Briefing: Is AI Marketing Backfiring?
Also in this edition: this week's new products, an exclusive interview with Eric LeGrand Bourbon, why Missouri has tamped down on "unregulated" cannabis products and distribution news from around the industry.