Jones Soda Cuts Losses, But Sales Still Soft
Jones Soda managed to arrest net losses and start generating traction in cannabis drinks in Q1, but lower sales revenue dragged on gross profit as the craft soda company attempts its latest turnaround.
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New Products: Vitaminwater Refreshes, Campari Goes NA, and Summer Sippers Arrive
The warm weather is here and summer is on the horizon, and with it comes new refreshing sippers from brands like Milo’s, Jordan’s Skinny Mixes and The Ryl Company. This week’s new products also feature a slew of new non-alcoholic cocktail launches from startups like De Soi and Naked Life to legacy liquor players like Campari. Plus, we look at Vitaminwater’s big refresh.
Protein Drinks Keep Punching, As Core Brands Grow and Occasions Expand
The protein-in-everything trend has flared up at times over the past decade, but current conditions -- with tailwinds from health and wellness now supercharged by the arrival of Ozempic and GLP-1 drugs -- only seem to be growing more favorable.
Taste Radio: Is There A Future For Plant-Based Meat? And, The Brilliance Of Boston’s Bina.
Is the plant-based meat boom going bust? Despite early excitement and big investments, some brands are in the midst of turbulent times and an uncertain future. The hosts weigh in. Plus, Babak Bina, co-founder of BCB3 Hospitality Group, shares how a deep commitment to guest experience and a love for cultural cuisine helped him develop some of the city's most acclaimed restaurants.
California is Dragging U.S. Spirit Volumes As Consumer Priorities Shift
Are Californians over tequila? A new report indicates that Californians’ thirst for spirits has declined, fueled by a drop in agave spirit volumes. But that’s not the entire story.
Gallery: New RTD Cocktails From On The Rocks, Spirit of Gallo, VMC, Talkhouse
This latest roundup of spring RTD releases includes canned and limited-edition debuts from premium cocktail brand On The Rocks, tropical refreshes from Coca-Cola’s Topo Chico and Simply Spiked, and a hard lemonade backed by Spirit of Gallo.
After ‘Biggest Mistake,’ Levia Co-Founder Hits Reset
Levia co-founder Troy Brosnan is formally returning to the THC-infused drinks category in leading a new beverage-focused division for vertically integrated supplier Monarch Emulsions. It’s an opportunity to guide an ambitious portfolio of new national brands, but also a chance to heal some old wounds.
Katy Perry’s De Soi Goes After The On-Premise With Haute Margarita
De Soi, the non-alcoholic apéritif brand co-founded by Katy Perry, is turning up the heat with its newest launch, Haute Margarita.
Reviews: Break Out the Bubbles With Culture Pop, Yuzuco; Plus Cadence, Mind Garden
Whether its about delivering calmness, electrolytes, or the juicy burst of real fruit, this week's reviews are all about the bubbles.
CPG Week: Meati and Beyond Meat Go From Sizzle to Fizzle. Plus, Danone’s Latest Deal
On this episode, the CPG Week podcast team digs into the declines of two prominent plant-based brands before discussing the acquisitions of Mary’s Gone Crackers and Kate Farms. Next, the hosts highlight the latest celebrity to launch a coffee brand. (Maybe a hot sauce would have been more appropriate?).
Reed’s Says Production Can Finally Meet Demand as Q1 Sales Rise
In its first earnings since new CEO Cyril Wallace joined the company last month – following a two decade career at PepsiCo – Reed’s projected confidence moving forward as net sales grew 4.5% to $10 million in the quarter and supply hurdles appear to have stabilized.
Sales Rise Over Easter, But Will They Keep Up?
Some categories enjoyed a sales lift during the Easter holiday: in the 4-wks, CSDs (+6.5%), energy drinks (see below), and non-alc beer (+25.6%) picked up speed.
Coco5’s Rebrand Fuels Fresh Sales with Women, Premium Clubs
While coconut water-based sports drink brand Coco5 may be sticking close to its “mile-deep” philosophy, distribution is getting a lot bigger than just an inch-wide. Founded in 2010, the better-for-you hydration drink maker has been ramping up business over the last five years.
Lifeway Continues Growth Streak in Q1 on Back of Drinkable Kefirs
Leading U.S. kefir brand Lifeway Foods had its 22nd consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth, with net sales up 3.3% to $46.1 million, in its Q1 2025 earnings report this morning. The net sales growth was fueled primarily by volume improvement for Lifeway’s line of branded drinkable kefirs and its farmer’s cheese.