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Taste Radio: We’re Psyched About These Things. You Probably Are, Too.

Taste Radio’s hosts reflected on upcoming cultural events and the excitement surrounding NOSH Live and BevNET Live Summer 2022 in New York City. They also riffed on several new and innovative products, including crunchy mushroom chips, gut-health drinks made with upcycled whey, a soda-inspired line of kids’ beverages and cigarette-styled snacks made for “invisible friends.”

Summer Arrives Early With 12 New Whiskey Releases

In this gallery, we highlight a sprinkling of notable new releases for this summer, including a single-barrel series that pays homage to Red Sox legend David Ortiz, the launch of Country Crock’s first-ever spirit and the debut of Westward’s Elements series that is inspired by the beauty of Northwest.

Powdered Drinks: Nick Foles Invests in Mantra Labs, Bala Rolls Out to Retail

NFL quarterback Nick Foles has invested in functional powdered beverage brand Mantra Labs and will serve as an athletic advisor and brand ambassador; As online sales rise triple digits year-over-year, California-based functional powder maker Bala is expanding its footprint in brick-and-mortar retail across the country.

Out of Business: Goodwolf, Take Two to Shut Down

Amid a challenging post-pandemic market environment, two Oregon-based beverage startups are going out of business as water kefir brand Goodwolf and Anheuser-Busch InBev-backed barley milk maker Take Two both announced they will cease production this month.

Elevator Talk: Isn’t Drinks, Boba Bam, Sovi, Hangobi, Nok Choc

Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Thuy Nguyen, the Forager for online grocer Good Eggs, who shared her thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.

Reed’s: Ginger Beverage Maker Reports A Nearly $5 Million Loss

Reed’s Inc. leadership is optimistic that a recent infusion of capital and moving deeper into RTD beverage alcohol will help offset anemic net revenue growth in Q1 2022, as revealed in its quarterly earnings report published on Tuesday.

Marketing: Feel The Power of Cranberries, Ocean Spray Tells Consumers

The 92-year-old, Massachusetts-based cranberry producer announced the launch of a new marketing campaign this week, called “What will you do with all that Power?”; Also, Essentia extends its 'Stop for Nothing' campaign and Annie Agar joins Rowdy Energy.

Taste Radio: Momofuku Is Extending Its Empire, And She’s Leading The Charge

Zoe Feldman, the GM of consumer for acclaimed and influential restaurant group Momofuku, spoke about the vision for the company’s brand of restaurant-grade pantry essentials, the impact of founder David Chang’s media presence on awareness and product trial, why she can’t hit the brakes on growth, and the reason she only hires “Swiss Army knives.” She also discussed the brand’s role in the evolution of the ethnic aisle and why she is focused on the fundamentals of building a good business.

Vermont Passes Bill to Lower Taxes and Widen Access to Spirits-Based RTDs

Vermont lawmakers have advanced a bill to lower taxes on and grant wider market access to spirits-based, ready-to-drink (RTD) canned cocktails. If signed by Gov. Phil Scott, the bill (H.730) will go into effect July 1. It would lower state excise tax on spirits-based RTDs from $7.68 per gallon to $1.10 gallon.

Searching for Sustainability in the Organic Spirits Business

When Phillips Distilling Co launched Prairie Organic Spirits in 2008, organic was an emerging trend, according to Meghan Murray, director of commercial marketing. Over a decade later, that mostly still holds true.

Bragg Targets ACV Gummies After Survey Reveals Confusion

Bragg Live Food Products is probing another flank in its ongoing attack on apple cider vinegar fueled gummy supplements, which it considers a threat to the business health of the 110-year-old brand.

Laird: $14M Net Loss Dampens Topline Growth

Despite strong online and in-store numbers that helped push a 26% increase in year-over-year net sales to $9.6 million, Laird Superfood reported a net loss of over $14 million during Q1 2022, according to an earnings report released by the company on Friday.