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Topa Spirits and Mezcal Amarás Lock Horns Over “Logia” Trademark

A common word on the labels of two spirit brands has spurred what could become a pricey trademark dispute. Last month, Topa Spirits, which distills and sells Peruvian pisco brand Piscología, filed a complaint in federal court against Mezcal de Amor alleging a trademark infringement over the use of a “Logia” mark on one of its mezcal brands.

Taste Radio: ‘Free’ Advice: Empower Consumers With Optionality

Milan Martin, the founder and CEO of The Free Spirits Company, which markets hand-crafted, non-alcoholic spirits and RTD cocktails, explains his belief that “there’s no such thing as a non-alcoholic cocktail menu anymore,” why flavor improvement is a process, how to convince someone who didn’t like a product the first time to give it a second try and why he’s bullish on the brand’s RTD cocktails.

Taste Radio: Black Founders Club, Ep. 1

This episode is the first in a special series in which we examine the state of Black food and beverage entrepreneurship within the CPG landscape. The series highlights conversations on various aspects of the challenges felt by all entrepreneurs filtered through the experience of Black founders.

Under Next in Natural’s Lead, Sound Works Towards Profitability

Late last year, sparkling beverage maker Sound was facing an existential crisis. Social media had gone quiet and consumers seeking out its canned botanical and tea drinks online and in stores were met with months-long out of stocks.

Brightfield Group Q2 Report: Will Kava Take Off?

This is the first post of our exclusive food and beverage industry data series crafted just for our BevNET & Nosh Insiders! This report is in partnership with Brightfield Group, a renowned name in industry data and insights.

Flyers Rebrands With Eye On Fueling Retail Growth

CBD and hemp-derived THC drink brand Flyers Cocktail Co. has revamped the packaging of its infused line to meet new consumers in fresh retail channels as it moves deeper into brick-and-mortar.