Taste Radio: You Must Check This Box To Have A Fighting Chance. These Founders Explain Why.

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 29, 2022 at 11:05 am

This week, we explored the ideation, business plans and growth strategies of three innovative and on-trend brands in conversations with Susan Buckwalter, the co-founder and CEO of ginger-powered wellness brand Recoup; Dr. Juan Salinas, the founder and CEO of P-nuff Crunch, a brand of nutritious baked peanut puffs; and Michelle Razavi and Nikki Elliott, the co-founders of functional, decadent snack brand ELAVI.

This Week’s New Products: Pepsi Maple Syrup Cola, Cannabis and GoodBelly KIDS!

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 25, 2022 at 3:00 pm

Even in the weeks after Expo West, new beverage products and innovations have continued to roll out to stores in anticipation of the return of warmer weather. This week’s roundup of new products includes the launch of limited-edition Pepsi Maple Syrup Cola, an abundance of additions to the fast-growing CBD sparkling water category, and a new line from GoodBelly specifically formulated for KIDS!

Taste Radio: How Trends & Tradition Shape ‘Roses & ‘Rosti. Plus, A Peek At Web3 and QVC.

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 25, 2022 at 2:00 pm

Our latest episode features interviews with two innovators in their respective industries: Stephen Caldwell, the co-founder of Swiss Rosti, a unique brand of stuffed potato and cheese bites; and Brent Elliot, the master distiller of acclaimed bourbon brand Four Roses. The Taste Radio team also discussed notable brands from the 2022 Seafood Expo, Web3 primers and a sophisticated smoker.

Review: Ruby Hibiscus Water Goes Sparkling

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 24, 2022 at 2:41 pm

The follow up to its non-carbonated hibiscus beverages that launched in 2020, Ruby’s new line of organic sparkling drinks in 12 oz. cans come in three varieties: Unsweetened, Concord Grape and Blood Orange. 

6 RTD Cocktails to Prepare for Warmer Weather

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 23, 2022 at 4:38 pm

In this gallery, we highlight some of the notable recently releases across RTD tequila, vodka, and whiskey-based drinks, including the launch of rum based hard seltzer Casalú, a slim can lineup of ranch waters, mojitos and vodka sodas from Cutwater Spirits, and a RTD Classic Daiquiri from OTR Premium Cocktails that features a “pop of bright lime.”

Elevator Talk: Psychedelic Water, Starryside, GoodSport, RUUTS, Doodles

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 23, 2022 at 4:10 pm

Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Mark Gallo of Nor-Cal Beverage Co., who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.

Expo West: Orro’s Tabitha Brown and Shaun Neff on Building an Authentic Plant-Based Brand

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 23, 2022 at 2:24 pm

In this video, recorded at Natural Products Expo West 2022, Orro founder Shaun Neff and partner Tabatha Brown how the product is being positioned within the beverage market as well as how they believe brands can stand out in the competitive plant-based space.

Office Hours: Charting Growth With Spindrift

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 22, 2022 at 4:52 pm

Spindrift founder and CEO Bill Creelman drops in to chat about topics including crisis leadership, distribution, online marketing, platform expansion and other issues in a wide-ranging interview.

Expo West 2022: Califia CEO Ritterbush Talks Plant-Based Innovation

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 22, 2022 at 4:24 pm

In this interview recorded at the show, Califia CEO Dave Ritterbush discussed how the brand is keeping up with consumers’ desire for more plant-based options, the company’s evolving relationship with RTD coffee products, the untapped potential of culinary applications for its drinks and how Califia is honoring its late founder, Greg Steltenpohl.

Taste Radio: Your Tribe Is Everything. Sanzo’s Stunning Rise Is Proof.

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 22, 2022 at 1:45 pm

Sandro Roco, the founder and CEO of fast-growing Asian-inspired sparkling water brand Sanzo, spoke about why he’s attempting to “own” a space within the seltzer category and how the company cultivated an “authentic, rabid fan base,” and how that group helped drive capital efficiency. He also explained why the process to become a certified minority-owned brand was worth the effort.

Review: Perfy

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 22, 2022 at 12:00 pm

Launched as a DTC product in January 2022, Perfy is a line of low-sugar sodas in 12 oz. cans that are enhanced with nootropics and adaptogens. The brand is launching in three flavors: Blood Orange, Tropical Citrus, and Fruit Punch.

Expo West 2022: Laird Superfood’s New CEO Maps Out Growth Plans

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 22, 2022 at 8:30 am

Plant-based nutrition platform Laird Superfood has undergone a significant amount of change over the past few years, from acquiring energy bar brand Picky Bars to taking the company public and bringing in a range of new team members, including new CEO Jason Vieth. In this video, recorded at Natural Products Expo West 2022, Vieth discusses how he plans to use his background and expertise to continue propelling the brand onward.

Expo West 2022: Weller Talks THC Interests, Dale Katechis Joins Brand

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 21, 2022 at 5:29 pm

In this video recorded at Natural Products Expo West 2022, Simmons and Katechis speak with BevNET editor-in-chief Jeff Klineman about its upcoming cannabis innovations, why the brand is continuing to lean in to CBD when others are pivoting away, and why Weller may become more than a beverage brand in the future.

Expo West 2022: Kuli Kuli Founder Discusses The Rise Of Moringa As Company Explores New Formats

by BevNET.com Staff, Mar. 18, 2022 at 3:47 pm

In this video, recorded last week at Natural Products Expo West 2022 in Anaheim, California, Kuli Kuli founder and CEO Lisa Curtis discussed how the company has tackled a range of formats while also educating consumers on the benefits of Moringa.