Brad Avery

Brad Avery

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Brad is a Reporter for BevNET.com.

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Protein2o Names Chris Pruneda CEO, Finalizing $5M Raise

Now touting over $60 million in annual retail dollar sales, “clear protein hydration” producer Protein2o has welcomed in Chris Pruneda as the company’s new CEO, alongside several other executive appointments.

Gold Bar Whiskey Drafts Joe Montana for 49ers-Themed RTD Launch

The San Francisco-based distillery announced today the launch of its first RTD cocktail, a take on a Moscow Mule called the Gold Bar Whiskey ‘Double Gold’. Each 12 oz. can contains ginger, lime, a splash of orange juice and has an 8% ABV.

Distribution Roundup: Costco Goes Craft with New Soda Additions

Costco’s soda selection is getting some new additions. The mass channel retailer has expanded its offerings of Jones Soda Co. CSDs and probiotic soda maker Culture Pop also announced it will be available in all 99 Costco locations in the Northeast.

Flow Faces Foreclosure, CEO Reichenbach Exits Leadership Roles

Flow Beverage Corp., a Toronto-based alkaline water producer and aseptic packaging co-packer, is facing foreclosure by two of its creditors after allegedly defaulting on its loans, the company announced in a statement on Monday morning.

Gorilla Grudge Match: Gorilla Mind Dealt Big Blow in Trademark Battle

A California district court judge has refused to block a competing supplements brand from launching an energy drink with the word “Gorilla” in its name, dealing a blow to supplements and beverage maker Gorilla Mind in its trademark battle against Gorilla Drinks Ltd.

Courts Clear Path for New York City’s Kava Crackdown [Updated]

New York City has received a legal green light to continue cracking down on on-premise kava bars and restaurants, after a Manhattan federal judge ruled this week that city public health and safety officials have the authority to close those businesses.

Court to Owoc: Stop Filing AI-Generated Documents in Monster Case

Jack Owoc's love for new tech has made his legal headache even worse as a Florida federal judge is weighing whether to ban him from filing court paperwork without permission after he submitted AI-generated documents featuring imaginary legal citations.

Six More States Move to Block Soda from SNAP

The campaign to remove unhealthy junk food from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits has claimed further victories as six more states have agreed to ban the purchase of soda and other sugary products with government waivers.