Brad Avery

Brad Avery

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Brad is a Reporter for BevNET.com.

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National Beverage Reports Near-Flat Net Sales Growth in FYQ1 Earnings

LaCroix sparkling water maker National Beverage Corp. struggled to meaningfully grow in Q1 of FY 2026, with dollar sales rising only 0.3%. The results largely stemmed from a 4.4% improvement in price/mix, which was offset by a 3.9% decline in case volume.

GURU Reclaims Profitability in Strong Q3 Report

Canadian energy drink brand GURU has reported its first profitable quarter since going public in 2020. In its latest Q3 2025 earnings, GURU president and CEO Carl Goyette credited the business’s transition to a new direct distribution model in Canada.

Texas Gov. Signs Executive Order to Create Legal Hemp Framework

Texas governor Greg Abbott has signed an executive order mandating age restrictions on the sale of hemp-derived THC products, roughly three months after he vetoed a bill that would have outlawed the intoxicant entirely in the Lone Star State.

PATH Water Lays Trail to Profitability as Revenue, Margins Spike

As it works to close out an active Series B funding round, sustainable brand PATH Water is trotting directly towards break-even revenue and ramping up international production. PATH reported 2025 revenue is on track to surpass projections at over $75 million.

Jumex Embraces Sports with Hydrolit +Advance Launch, UTSA Partnership

Mexican juice brand Jumex, a subsidiary of Vilore Foods, is embracing functional hydration with its latest line launch: Jumex Hydrolit +Advance. The Hydrolit +Advance line is available in Berries, Mango, Fruit Punch and Orange flavors in 15.5 oz. bottles.

Flow Water May Be ‘Wound-Down’, Co-Packing to Continue [Updated]

Canadian drinks company Flow Beverage Corp., maker of Flow Water, has entered a support agreement with its foreclosing creditors to transfer ownership of the business and its assets, with plans for the business to eventually be “wound-down.”

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.