BevNET.com Staff

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Spirits: 7 New Pre-Thanksgiving RTD Cocktail Releases

As the holiday season approaches, some RTD cocktail brands are leaning into winter-inspired flavors while others are holding onto an eternal summer. Check out this gallery for the latest launches from brands like Spirited Hive, Cutwater Spirits and Dewey Crush.

Taste Radio: Consumers Crave An Immersive Experience, And All The Details Matter. Tacombi Has Shown The Way.

Dario Wolos, the founder and CEO of fast-growing Mexican-inspired restaurant chain Tacombi and consumer brand Vista Hermosa, spoke about his vision to share Mexican culture through authentic food, hospitality and experience, how the journey of building a business has come to define who he is as an entrepreneur and a leader, and his decision to align with acclaimed restaurateur Danny Meyer.

Taste Radio: The Underestimated Value Of Showing Up. And How A Little Oomph Goes A Long Way.

In this episode, the hosts explained why founders regularly attend industry events are often better positioned to support their brands than those who don’t, riffed on the impact of sleek and clever packaging and marveled at a sparkling water brand’s latest LTO. This episode also features a conversation with Michael Lewis, the founder of oomph, a new brand of low-sugar, functional candy.

BevNET Announces Nominees for ‘Best of 2022’ Awards

Each year, BevNET’s “Best Of” Awards are presented to honor the most influential and impactful companies, brands, people, products, ideas and trends from across the beverage industry landscape.

Taste Radio: Business IS Personal. And It’s How Sahra Nguyen Is Reshaping An Industry.

Nguyen Coffee Supply founder and CEO Sahra Nguyen explained how the company’s approach to storytelling via flavor and personal narrative is shifting the perception of Vietnamese coffee, why incorporating her background and beliefs into brand communication is both challenging and highly effective, and the one word that drives the company’s innovation strategy.

Review: Juvee Energy Drink

Juvee is a new line of energy drinks from gaming lifestyle company 100 Thieves. The low calorie and zero sugar beverages were designed to be approachable and inclusive, which is something that factors into both drink’s formulation and its branding approach.

Review: Xoca Rebrands

Xoca is an all natural prebiotic soda made with upcycled cacao fruit that has dubbed itself as “The Good Soda.” The line, which has been rebranded since we first reviewed it in 2020, is available in two flavors, Cacaofruit & Cherry and Cacaofruit & Ginger, in 12 ounce cans.

Meet 1:1 With Industry Experts at Our Next Virtual Networking Event on November 9

Our next virtual networking event is on Wednesday, November 9th from 3:00 - 4:00 PM ET. Virtual networking is a series that connects food and beverage brands with industry experts. Growing brands will have the opportunity to meet 1:1 with leaders from Whipstitch Capital, Piper Sandler, FDM Sales Management, Chase Ink. Public Relations, MomentumCPG, and Arena Partners.

Elevator Talk: Marquis, Transcendence Coffee, Après Hours, Country Luau

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 The Guard Agency and Right Coast Brands, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.

Review: Joyo Adaptogenic Sparkling Tea

Joyo is a line of USDA Organic adaptogenic sparkling teas that are low calorie and low in sugar. The brand was founded by author and podcast host Jay Shetty and his wife Radhi Devlukia-Shetty.