Koia, the 100-percent plant-based protein drink that is naturally craveable and nutritious, today announced the launch of Koia Keto in collaboration with Whole Foods Market. The dessert-inspired line offers consumers a convenient, sweet indulgence to complement their ketogenic journey with three delicious flavors: Chocolate Brownie, Cake Batter and Caramel Crème.
Today Swire Coca-Cola, USA announced a series of leadership changes. The changes are part of the company’s long-term leadership succession plan which has been in place for many years.
BodyArmor, the fastest-growing sports drink in the category, today announced that Paul Lukanowski will join the team as Chief Operating Officer. Lukanowski will join BodyArmor on March 4 and will be responsible for overseeing bottler relations, national accounts, commercial operations and international expansion.
Atlas Holdings LLC announced today that it has acquired Saxco International, LLC, the leading North American value-added distributor of rigid packaging to the wine, spirits, craft beer and food markets.
Cognitive function brand BrainJuice saw its retail footprint rise from 150 to nearly 4,000 stores last year, adding Whole Foods Market and more than 1,000 GNC stores this month; Coca-Cola names Boxed exclusive retailer for Smartwater alkaline and antioxidant lines.
Larry Kahn, a partner and managing director with private equity firm Beechwood Capital, spoke about the courtship process between brands and potential capital partners, what entrepreneurs should and shouldn’t say in a funding pitch and why investors loathe surprises. Also: a review of recent beverage investment and acquisition deals involving Tio Gazpacho, Revive Kombucha and Dirty Lemon.
MindFull, Inc. is introducing Gaiam and Vibe, two ready-to-drink organic electrolyte tea brands as the first products in their beverage portfolio. Both product lines will launch nationwide in January of 2019 in retail stores as well as e-commerce sites.
Sunshine Beverages, a fast-growing beverage company based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is expanding west into select markets and has announced a state-wide launch in Colorado. Sunshine Beverages produces, markets and sells a “better-for-you” energy beverage, branded Sunshine, in three refreshing flavors: Ginger Berry, Blueberry Lemonade and Clementine Twist.
Feeling the pain of a declining sales amidst a dairy backlash, kefir maker Lifeway Foods is preparing a new internal restructuring project that brings a mix of tried and true strategies and new unventured grounds for the 33 year old brand.
Once a year, deep in the pristine forests of the Finnish archipelago, locals collect a light, crisp, subtly sweet liquid from the trunks of birch trees: birch water. Packed with essential nutrients and antioxidants, birch water has been enjoyed by Northern and Eastern Europeans for centuries and is known for giving the immune system a boost after long, dark Scandinavian winters.
As the temperatures outside continue to drop, you'll need something to sip on during the cold months indoors. In this gallery, we highlight a selection of notable new releases for the season, including new premium tequilas and the next expression in Macallan's Fine & Rare series.
As Fiji receives free media play via musicians and late night television skits, its owner The Wonderful Company continues to put in the legwork to maintain its vitality. In this clip from BevNET Live, Fiji president Elizabeth Stephenson walks through how Wonderful is keeping a mature brand like Fiji at the top of the conversation.
Detoxwater, the premium aloe-infused water brand, is now available in over 4,000 CVS locations nationwide as part of the pharmacy retailer’s Better Inside & Out program promoting healthier products for the new year. This seasonal set features two of Detoxwater’s best-selling flavors for the first six weeks of 2019: Original (Lychee & White Grape) and Peachberry (Peach & Blueberry).
DRY Soda Company, creator of beautifully flavored, lightly sweet sodas, announces the launch of DRY Zero Sugar USDA Organic Ruby Citrus soda. Joining Cola, Peach Tea, Mountain Berry and Island Fruit, DRY Zero Sugar Ruby Citrus soda will be the first and only USDA Organic, zero-sugar, citrus flavored soda.
