Martín writes news articles and feature stories covering the non-alcoholic beverage industry for BevNET. A graduate of Boston University, Martín's previous work has appeared in USA Today, The Boston Globe and The Boston Herald.
Zevia CEO Amy Taylor detailed her company’s plan to drive productivity savings and reach profitability while scaling within a highly competitive space, part of a wide-ranging strategy discussion at the Stephens Annual Investment Conference in Nashville this week.
Redwood Beverage Group is a newly formed investment platform that aims “to become one of the nation’s leading beverage co-packing companies," according to a statement.
After a whirlwind few days this week, the multi-billion-dollar hemp-derived THC industry is waking up this morning to the stark reality that, barring the creation of a legal federal framework, they will be virtually extinct within a year.
The Canadian beverage company launched its 5-SKU line of 12 oz. cans at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide this week as a 90-day exclusive, marking its formal entry into U.S. retail stores.
Laird Superfood reported a 10% jump in year-over-year net sales in Q3, as the company prepares to support that growth with innovation within a streamlined product portfolio in 2026 that includes its first-ever dairy-based release.
Hemp industry leaders and advocates are reeling this morning after a last ditch effort to remove language prohibiting virtually all THC beverages failed in Congress.
Hemp beverages could be sacrificed in a deal to reopen the federal government, as spending legislation moves through Congress that includes language effectively prohibiting intoxicating hemp-derived THC products.
Relaxation drink maker Trip has secured another $40 million in growth capital earmarked to fund U.S. expansion.
Monster Beverage Corp. continued to gain ground in Q3, and plans to use that momentum to release a slate of new innovation – including female-oriented brand FLRT – early next year.
Celsius powered to another quarter of revenue gains, but investors responded by selling off shares this morning amidst concern over potential distribution disruption as Alani Nu shifts to the Pepsi system.
Molson Coors continues to back its “beyond beer” push into non-alcoholic categories, though questions remain over the pace and balance of its portfolio after Tuesday’s Q3 earnings report.
Canadian beverage maker Cove Soda has closed on $15 million in new funding as it seeks to further fuel U.S. expansion. The round was led by growth equity fund Vanterra Ventures.
While industry organizations have been doing their own lobbying, over the past week several hemp THC beverage brands have jumped directly into the fray themselves with campaigns calling for supporters to pressure lawmakers to reject a proposal that would effectively outlaw intoxicating products.
Oatly achieved its first quarter of profitable growth since going public, reporting gains in revenue and volume, despite nearly suffering a 10% drop in North American sales.
