People Moves: Steele Joins High Brew Coffee, Ricks Segues from Peet’s to Noah’s Bagels, Project Juice Adds CEO
Executive-level moves in premium coffee and cold-pressed juice highlight this edition of People Moves.
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Wells Fargo C-Store Survey: Monster Is Back On Track
Monster Energy appears to be returning to form following a period of growing pains and “transition issues” that resulted from the energy drink giant’s transition into The Coca Cola Company’s distribution system last year.
Distribution News: More Shelf Space for Protein Drinks
Protein-infused beverages in a variety of formats have picked up new distribution and retail placement in recent weeks.
Caliwater Adds Peach and Berry Flavors to its Range
The launch of new flavors at the top of 2016 follows what was a year of high-profile media placements for cactus water, along with notable gains in distribution for Caliwater.
Press Clips: Sweet Leaf’s Christopher, Vitaminwater’s Oza Lead $156 Million Fund
Fortune profiled the raise, which included contributions from several former investors of Christopher’s Deep Eddy Vodka and Sweet Leaf Tea Co.
Distribution Arm of Columbia Gorge Reduces Area Coverage, Focuses on West Coast
The move, confirmed by company president Jimmy Stewart, represents another reduction in area coverage for Cogo Northwest, which in addition to Columbia Gorge juices carries those from Stumptown Coffee, GT’s Kombucha and HotLips Soda, among others, on its trucks.
Garden of Flavor Launches Line of “Cold-Pressed Energy” Juices
Distributed by UNFI, the line comes in Aronia Berries, Wheatgrass, Turmeric + Ginger and Pear + Lemon varieties with a suggested retail price of $5.99 - $6.99 per 16 oz. bottle.
With WheyUp on its Way Out, Erik Rothchild Launches FITWHEY
A decade after he launched WheyUp, a first-to-market protein and energy drink hybrid, the brand’s founder is back with a revamped version of his original offering called FITWHEY.
Video: Owl’s Brew President Discusses Growth Opportunities, Innovation
In an interview at the 2016 Winter Fancy Food Show, Owl’s Brew president Maria Littlefield said she's been "seeing a lot of focus on different retailers building out a set" for craft cocktail mixers.
Hint’s ‘Kick’ of Innovation on Display at the Winter Fancy Food Show
According to Hint COO Theo Goldin, the company is currently in conversations with retailers to secure shelf space for “Kick” in the coming months.
Reboot: New CEO, Investor Group Take The Reins at Life Juice
Life Juice founder Ety Deutsch is still the face of the cold-pressed, high pressure processed juice brand, but a new investment team and CEO are now at the helm and they’ve pushed the reset button on distribution and retail placement.
Video: Purity Organic Eyes Super-Premium Launch For New Tea Line
In an interview with BevNET, Purity Organic president Dave Minnick explained that the genesis of the teas sprung from New York beverage wholesaler Big Geyser, which distributes the company's juices in the region.
Icelandic Glacial and Cher Team Up to Combat Flint Water Crisis
After learning about Cher’s interest in purchasing water to send to Flint, company co-founder Jon Olafsson agreed to match her contribution to the cause.
Video: Cocktail Mixers, Craft Soda Shine at 2016 Winter Fancy Food Show
Yes, the Fancy Food Show has evolved. Yes, it now attracts food and beverage products not traditionally viewed as “specialty.” But make no mistake: the event is still a showcase for decadent and unique flavors, and the 2016 winter edition didn’t disappoint.