Coca-Cola Reveals CEO Succession Plan
James Quincey’s nine-year run as chief executive of The Coca-Cola Company is coming to an end, with COO and EVP Henrique Braun set to be appointed in March.
Martín Caballero
Managing Editor, BevNET
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.
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Be Amazing Aims For Inclusivity As RTD Greens Drink Expands
Nearly a year since jumping into ready-to-drink products with a canned version of its TikTok-famous greens powder, the company is starting to reap the benefits of its unintimidating, inclusive approach.
Hiyo Lands Investment, Multi-Year Partnership with Live Nation
Non-alcoholic social tonic maker Hiyo is the latest beverage maker to align with concert promotion giant Live Nation, which has similarly backed brands like JOLENE Coffee, Liquid Death and Owen's Craft Mixers.
Zevia On “Stable Foundation” Says CEO; Profitability, More Distribution in 2026
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.
Manna Beverages Sells Former NorCal Plant to Redwood Beverage
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.
Where Do Hemp THC Drinks Go From Here?
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.
Distribution: Mateína Lands Whole Foods Exclusive Launch
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 Shutters Picky Bars, Moves into Dairy with Protein Coffee
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 Ban Clears Senate As Prohibition Prospects Grow
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 Bevs Facing Prohibition Under Fed Funding Proposal
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.
Trip Brings in $40M To Build Brand, Community in US
Relaxation drink maker Trip has secured another $40 million in growth capital earmarked to fund U.S. expansion.
Monster Touts Female-Focused Energy Innovation As Q3 Sales Pass $2B
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 Sales Soar As Alani Nu Nears Pepsi Distro Change
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 Still Thirsty to Go ‘Beyond Beer,’ Despite Q3 Declines
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.