Report: Dunkin’ Brands In Sale Talks
Dunkin’ Brands has confirmed that it is in negotiations for a sale to Inspire Brands in a potential $8.8 billion deal, according to a report on Sunday in The New York Times.
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Oct. 30 at 2 p.m. EDT: Talk Design Trends In the Age of COVID-19
We’ve got a great panel on hand, including trendologist Kara Nielsen, who is the director of food and beverage insights with WGSN, David Lemley, the president of branding firm Retail Voodoo, and Flashpoint Strategy Consulting founder Kate Ruffing.
Distribution Roundup: ROAR Organic Expands in 7-Eleven
ROAR Organic Expands in 7-Eleven; Harmless Harvest Launches Ecommerce; Jèn Collagen + Aloe Vera Drinks Grows Footprint; Lemon Perfect Enters Wegmans; Tractor Beverage Company Adds B.GOOD Locations
Taste Radio Insider Ep. 103: What Makes A ‘Hot’ Brand? It’s Personal.
Jing Gao, founder & CEO of Sichuan-inspired sauce and seasoning brand Fly By Jing, discussed the origins of her passion for Chinese food culture and why she set out to create a brand that could elevate consumers’ expectations for the cuisine’s flavors. She also spoke about how she managed a surge in demand in 2020 and how she addressed racist comments posted on the brand’s Instagram page.
Goldman: Coke Q3 Performance Encouraging
The Coca-Cola Company’s performance in Q3 has left Goldman Sachs Equity Research analysts encouraged by what they saw, with better-than-expected organic sales growth indicating a path to recovery in the months ahead.
Modernizing the Milkman Model, Zero-Waste Platforms Aim to Make Sustainable Grocery Shopping Accessible
While most launched pre-pandemic, online zero-waste grocery platforms have experienced accelerated growth, like many e-grocers have, since COVID-19 hit the U.S. in March and many shoppers quickly shifted their grocery shopping online.
Propel Immune Support Launch Kicks Off Year of Innovation for Brand
Now on the cusp of its 20th anniversary, Propel is preparing for its biggest year of innovation thus far. First up is the launch of Propel Immune Support, a two-SKU line of flavored waters that contain 100% of the daily value of Vitamin C and at least 30% of the daily value of zinc in each 20 oz. PET bottle.
Coke: On-Premise Challenges Offset Retail Sales Growth in Q3
Slumping on-premise accounts “more than offset” an increase in retail sales for The Coca-Cola Company during Q3 of this year, according to a company earnings report released today. Global case unit volume fell 4% in the quarter, while net revenues declined 9% year-over-year. Organic revenues fell 6% and operating income was down 8%
PBR, Infused Wines Among Vertosa Cannabis Beverage Partnerships For Fall 2020
Vertosa, a California-based cannabis infusion company specializing in emulsion technology, this month announced a slate of partnerships to develop THC-infused drinks with multiple beverage companies this fall, including beer maker Pabst Blue Ribbon (PBR) and sessionable tonic maker Cann.
Proper Wild Raises $3M Funding Round Ahead of C-Store Launch
The New York City-based brand, which markets a three-SKU line of natural energy shots featuring caffeine from green tea, is set to enter 12,000 c-store locations in Florida via DSD distribution over the course of the next six months, starting with a launch in 1,000 stores in November.
From Carrot Juice to the Carrot Dog: Bolthouse Unveils Next Stage of Innovation
Bolthouse's new line of Plant-Based Protein Keto beverages, which debuted in August, are part of the company’s move to go deeper into the plant-based market, targeting flexitarian consumers who want to consume more healthy, sustainable options.
Bulletproof Announces Brand Refresh, New Cold Brew Line
Bulletproof 360 is launching redesigned packaging and a new line of cold brew lattes as the company targets nationwide, omnichannel retail expansion. The new packaging is aimed at streamlining the brand’s look and feel across all products, including beverages, food and supplements
As E-Commerce Booms, Iris Nova Eyes Opportunities to Evolve
Somewhere in the overlap between digital disruption and good old fashioned beverage sales, Iris Nova founder and CEO Zak Normandin is seeking the path to long-term profitability.
Spirits Gallery: New Autumn Releases in Whiskey, Tequila, Rum, Vodka and Gin
In this Spirits Gallery, we highlight a handful of notable new releases for this fall, including a celebratory expression to mark Kings County's 10th anniversary, the launch of Cincoro Tequila's "Number Series," and a new agave-based vodka from Crystal Head.