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After Rapid Rise in Midwest, BUBBL’R Goes Nationwide with Target

BUBBL’R is going nationwide in Target, bringing the Wisconsin-based sparkling water brand to top coastal beverage markets for the first time. Developed and owned by Pepsi-Cola bottler Wis-Pak, BUBBL’R produces a line of functional sparkling waters containing antioxidants, vitamins and 69 mg of caffeine per 12 oz. slim can.

WTF: Lucky F*ck Energy Announces Rebrand, New Investment

Less than a year removed from its launch, Lucky Energy (formerly Lucky F*ck Energy) has landed a fresh $8 million investment as the energy drink rebrands itself to find new distribution opportunities.

Marketing: Beverage’s Best April Fool’s Pranks

Running a business in the high-stakes beverage industry is a serious undertaking – for 364 days of the year, that is. But today, April Fool’s Day, is more of a laughing matter.

Report: Adult Non-Alc Retailer Rumored to Close

Is leading adult non-alc (NA) retailer Boisson shutting down? According to a Boisson employee, the company shared news of its impending closure with staff on Thursday, but has yet to announce it publicly.

Taste Radio: When Hype Engulfs An Entire Industry, What Are The Lessons?

Five years ago, seemingly every food and beverage brand was incorporating CBD into its innovation strategy. Of course, that’s no longer the case. What generated the hype, and what lessons can be drawn from CBD’s rapid rise? The hosts discuss. They also sip and snack their way through an unusual mix of products, including hot dog water (!), crispy beef jerky, candy-flavored coffee and “lox in a box.”