Grady’s Co-Founder To Launch Pack Labs
Kyle Buckley, a co-founder of Grady's Cold Brew, is launching Pack Labs, a co-packing facility in Downington, Pennsylvania, set to go online in June that will focusing on flexibility and reducing overhead.
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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Jennifer Cue Steps Down as Jones Soda CEO
Jones Soda Co. CEO Jennifer Cue has stepped down from her position, the company announced in a press release this morning. Jamie Colbourne has been named interim CEO.
Darigold Invests $67 Million in Plant Upgrades To Boost FIT Ultra-Filtered Milk
Seattle-based producer Darigold, the marketing and processing arm of Northwest Dairy Association, is investing $67 million in expansions and upgrades to its Boise, Idaho facility to help support the growth of aseptic ultra-filtered milk brand FIT.
Brands Give Back Roundup: O2, LifeAID Step Up For Gyms; Elemental Offers Rapid Co-Packing
In this roundup, we highlight some of the work brands are doing to give back during the COVID-19 crisis, including several new initiatives to support independent gyms and a rapidly scaled coffee co-packing program for e-commerce.
DTC Sales: Now, Every Day is Cyber Monday
Typically, food and beverage represents only around 3.2% of total U.S. online sales. But through a combination of factors, the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has accelerated the shift to web-based shopping.
New Investment, Innovation Fueling Growth at M Kombucha
While some of the category’s larger players have sought to build a consumer base by leaning into mainstream flavors, M Kombucha, formerly known as Kombucha Culture, is staking its brand on the drink’s purported functional benefits.
Distributors, Retailers Seek to Add Labor, While Foodservice Declines
Even as the coronavirus has ground most of the U.S. economy to a near stop, food and beverage suppliers and retailers — deemed an essential business by state and federal governments — are running at full speed, and looking to expand.
Amid Outbreak, An Industry Adapts
Over the past week, BevNET and NOSH edit staff reached out to a number of brands across food and beverage to hear about how they are grappling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic as it ripples across the globe. Their responses show an industry that, even as immediate demand for their products soars, is vacillating between measured caution and deep concern.
Ugly Debuts Still, Unflavored Sparkling Water in Tallboys
Ugly Drinks is extending its product range with the addition of still and unflavored sparkling waters in 16 oz. tallboy cans, joining an expanding group of bottled water brands embracing non-PET packaging options.
Strategics Grapple With COVID-19 Impact
As the effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic continue to ripple across all facets of economic and social life, even the most reliable of blue-chip beverage corporations are having to adapt to new realities.
Iconic Protein Innovations Target Opportunities in Coffee, Kids
Having established a solid foundation for the brand with its core ready-to-drink shake line, ICONIC Protein is preparing to unveil a range of long-gestated innovations this year that highlight a shift towards caffeine-added, zero-sugar products.
PepsiCo Acquires Rockstar Energy for $3.85 Billion
PepsiCo announced today an agreement to acquire energy drink brand Rockstar for $3.85 billion, a move that puts the food and beverage giant in position to compete with its rivals head-on for dominance in the rapidly growing energy set.
Pathwater Extends Anti-PET Mission With Alkaline, Sparkling Lines
Launching today on the company’s website, Pathwater is introducing alkaline (9.5+ pH) and sparkling varieties in a signature 20 oz. aluminum bottles. All three SKUs will also now contain electrolytes and sport a refreshed package design.
All Market Revamps Runa, Pushes ‘Pressed’ Coconut Waters
All Market Inc. is taking a measured approach for growing both natural energy drink Runa and coconut water brand Vita Coco, aiming to use product innovation and updated branding to develop a bigger and deeper presence within existing key retail accounts.