BevNET.com Staff

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Elevator Talk: Beloit Kombucha, MATE!, Yoro, CHELLY, Lifted Blends

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.

Taste Radio: Magnolia Bakery Doesn’t Follow Trends. They’d Rather Set Them.

Magnolia Bakery CEO Bobbie Lloyd and CMO Eddie Revis spoke about why the iconic bakeshop launched a CPG brand and the patient and thoughtful approach behind its development. They also discussed why consistency and quality guides their stewardship of the company, why they eschew trendy concepts and Magnolia’s collaborations with lifestyle brands.

Marketing: Propel, Michael B. Jordan Address Barriers to Exercise; Day One Beverages Scores With Phoenix Rising FC

On a mission to eliminate barriers to wellness and exercise, Propel’s ongoing work with actor Michael B. Jordan is taking on a new dimension with the launch of the “Propel Your City Project” which aimed at supporting a specific partner organization in Los Angeles, Detroit, Houston and Atlanta to expand their individual reach and connect communities through movement.

Taste Radio: Second Chances, And The Investor Obsessed With Outliers

Can Coolhaus make a comeback? Although the beloved non-dairy ice cream brand is reportedly on the chopping block, the hosts discussed a potential salvation akin to those of discontinued brands resurrected by new owners. This episode also features the latest installment of The Goat Pen with Carlton Fowler, the co-founder of Goat Rodeo Capital, who spoke about his “obsession” with outliers.

Review: Bayjoo Tree Bark Brew

Bayjoo is a tree bark brew that is made with mauby bark and was inspired by the traditional Caribbean fermented beverage known as mabí (or mauby). The line includes three 12 oz. offerings, including Citrus-Y, Herbal Trip, and Childhood Bliss. 

Review: BLK & Bold Cold Brew

Founded in 2018, BLK & Bold got its start selling coffee beans. The company, which is black-owned and a certified B Corporation, expanded their offerings over the past year to include several 7.5 oz. RTD offerings.

Review: Beachball Cold Brewed Tea

From the makers of SailAway Coffee, Beachball is a new line of premium organic cold brewed tea beverages that are packaged in 12 ounce slim cans. The product line features three flavors that have only 15 calories and 4 grams of sugar.

Taste Radio: ‘Top Chef”s Tom Colicchio Has A Few Thoughts About ‘Good Food’

Renowned chef, restaurateur and “Top Chef” judge Tom Colicchio spoke about the development of his namesake food brand Colicchio Kitchen, his definition of “good food” and why he’s less intimidating than you might think. This episode also highlights a remarkable partnership between an upstart beverage company and an iconic spirit brand in a conversation with Social Hour co-founder Tom Macy and Nicole Austin, the general manager and distiller of George Dickel whiskey.

Taste Radio: Can Tesla Conquer CPG? It’s A Community Call.

When car companies start making tequila and beer, all bets are off. In this episode, the hosts banter about Tesla’s foray into beverage alcohol, what happens when the boss visits a satellite office, a sneak peek at the new digs for BevNET’s winter events, how entrepreneurs can get inside the minds of investors and why we’re big on packing vacation snacks and drinks.