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Spirits: New Releases From Hemingway, Jack Daniel’s, Wolves, Brugal and More

In this roundup of notable new spirits, Colorado-based Root Shoot announces the launch of its first completely locally sourced spirit, Kenny Chesney’s Blue Chair Bay celebrates its 10th anniversary with a new LTO and Jack Daniel’s introduces the latest addition to its Single Barrel Special Release Collection.

Taste Radio: It’s Controversial… Till It Makes Money. Plus, A Sip Of Slane And Eggo Cream.

Is it groundbreaking or headed for infamy? The hosts sample several new products made with controversial (or, perhaps, objectionable) ingredients and flavors and assess the mainstream potential for each. This episode also features an interview with Alex Conyngham, the co-founder of Slane Irish Whiskey, who discussed the duality of building a modern brand that’s rooted in tradition.

Review: Gunna Drinks

Founded in 2016, Gunna Drinks is a soft drinks line that has previously only been available in the UK market. Positioning itself as a “better made lemonade,” the brand is now working on expanding into the U.S. with five uniquely flavored varieties. 

Elevator Talk: Blackbird Botanica, Soldadera, The BAD Tea Co., Narra

Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Alex Sonageri, a consumer investor with Blackstone Growth, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.

Taste Radio: Do Gen Z Consumers Shop The Way We Think They Do?

They talk the talk, but does Gen Z walk the walk? The hosts discuss the generation’s complicated relationship with food and whether their values actually impact purchasing decisions. This episode also features an interview with Jorge Antonio Salles, the third-generation master distiller for iconic tequila brand El Tequileño.

Taste Radio: A $2.7 Billion Deal Is Good For Everyone. And, The Challenger Brand Keeping It ‘100.’

What does Campbell Soup’s planned acquisition of Rao’s owner Sovos Brands suggest about the M&A environment for food and beverage CPG? The hosts discussed the deal and also chatted about several new and innovative products. We also feature an interview with Gregory Lowe and Jason Miller, the founder/CEO and president of sales, respectively, of fast-growing coconut water brand 100 Coconuts.

Review: Oobli Sweet Iced Tea

Oobli is a line of RTD teas that are marketed as having 75% less sugar than other sweet tea beverages. The product line features three 16 oz varieties, including Lemon,…