IX MiXer – The World’s First Mixer That Helps Prevent Hangovers
DENVER, CO (April 5, 2011) – Point Brands, LLC, would like to officially announce iX MiXer, the first mixer that helps prevent hangovers while consuming alcohol. The product, which has…
Ray Latif
Producer, Taste Radio; Contributing Editor, BevNET
Ray Latif is the lead host, producer, and content editor of Taste Radio, BevNET’s flagship podcast and the go-to show for food and beverage industry insights. With 14 years of experience in the industry, Ray is a seasoned journalist known for his sharp interviews and in-depth coverage of trends, innovation, and news. He began his career at BevNET as an assistant editor, later advancing to managing editor of both the website and magazine. Since 2016, he’s been the driving force behind Taste Radio, overseeing everything from content strategy to production. Ray’s conversational style and meticulous research have earned him widespread praise from both guests and listeners. He has had the privilege of interviewing a diverse range of high-profile figures, including Patrick Mahomes, Jennifer Garner, Dan Aykroyd, Kobe Bryant, Padma Lakshmi, and Brad Paisley. His ability to connect with entrepreneurs, celebrities, and industry leaders has made Taste Radio a must-listen for anyone interested in the evolving world of food and beverage.
Posts by Ray Latif
Hype Energy Launches New Organic Energy Drink
Hype Energy, a producer of energy drinks in the US, has launched new Hype Energy Organic in its portfolio. The drink, touted as an alternative to conventional energy drinks, boasts…
Jones Soda Co. Teams With K2 Sports
SEATTLE, WA (Marketwire – April 5, 2011) – Jones Soda Co., a leader in the premium soda category and known for its innovative marketing, today announced it has teamed up…
Soma Beverage Company Signs New Distribution Partners To Expand Presence Throughout Western Region
SAN FRANCISCO, CA (April 4, 2011) — Soma Beverage Company, leading beverage manufacturer and pioneer of the mintwater and the unsweetened flavored water category, today announced new distribution agreements with…
Sun Chemical to Increase Prices on Packaging Inks in North America
PARSIPPANY, N.J., U.S.A. – April 4, 2011 – Due to the serious shortages and unrelenting cost increases of the raw materials needed to manufacture white and Violet 23 packaging inks,…
AriZona Beverages Goes Tropical with CocoZona
WOODBURY, NY — AriZona Beverages USA LLC is pleased to introduce CocoZona, a beverage made of 100% pure coconut water and the first on the market to come in a…
Fluxome Resveratrol Obtains GRAS Status
(04.04.2011) Fluxome® Resveratrol has obtained self affirmed GRAS and it has thus been confirmed to be safe to use as a food ingredient. The GRAS status enables further use of…
Diet Coke Plus Lawsuit Dismissed
A federal judge in New Jersey has rejected two plaintiffs’ claims that they were deceived by the Coca Cola Co. into believing that Diet Coke Plus was a healthy drink,…
Luna and Lara Pure Spring Water For Kids Makes U.S. Debut
LOS ANGELES (February 27, 2011) – eauVolution, Ltd announces the StartSmart campaign featuring Luna and Lara®, an all new flavored bottled water range specially formulated for children featuring a variety…
Danisco Boosts Health With Pine-Derived Phytosterols
Danisco enhances its cardiovascular health platform by teaming up with Arboris, the world’s largest producer of pine-derived phytosterols Danisco has signed a long-term agreement with US-based company Arboris to market…
Angels Of Mercy Hold Preview of Functional Beverage That Offers Hangover Prevention
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The creators of MERCY®, a new beverage that helps to prevent the symptoms of hangovers, held a private tasting of the drink for key influencers today. …
Cascadia Consulting Group LLC and Managing Brands LLC Merge to form Cascadia Managing Brands
Ridgewood, NJ, April 4, 2011 – Cascadia Consulting Group, owned by beverage veteran Bill Sipper, and Managing Brands, led by beverage veterans Robert Corsaro and Robert Sipper, have merged to…
Closure Systems International Adopts Scanbuy’s Mobile 2D Barcode Technology for Beverage and Food Applications
INDIANAPOLIS, IN (March 24, 2011) – Closure Systems International (CSI) has adopted Scanbuy Inc.’s 2D Barcode solution, called ScanLife, for beverage and food closure development. CSI has developed a new…
Beverage Brands Lead IRI’s Pacesetters
Led by POWERADE ION4 and vitaminwater zero, beverages comprised five of the top ten “New Product Pacesetters” of 2010 in a recent report published by SymphonyIRI. The report, themed “Innovating…