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The a2 Milk Company Announces New Distribution to U.S. Retailers

The a2 Milk Compan announced strong results at its Annual Meeting in Australia.  The U.S. region continues to escalate momentum in consumer demand with another major expansion of its distribution to retailers across the United States.

Brewers Large and Small Take Aim at Non-Alcoholic Beer Segment

In an effort to attract a growing number of drinkers who are moderating alcohol consumption, several beer companies are looking toward non-alcoholic brews as a way to boost sales and court the 30 percent of U.S. adults who don’t imbibe.

The Morning After: 82 Labs Evolves Amid Retail Push

Over the last four-plus weeks, Morning Recovery, the first product from 82 Labs, has enjoyed a successful launch at 70 7-Eleven locations in Chicago, one of its three retail test markets along with San Francisco and Los Angeles.

People Moves: Former PepsiCola President Joins Cannabiniers Board

Former PepsiCola-East President Michael Lorelli has joined the board of directors for cannabis company Cannabiniers which produces THC-infused beers and teas; actress and activist Ruby Rose invests in REBBL and will serve as an advisor the elixir brand.

Columbia Gorge Organic Launches Cold Brew Line

Hood River, Ore. – An Independently owned 100% Organic Juice Company challenges the bigger players with new, better version of Blended Cold Brewed Coffees. “Cold Brewed” doesn’t always mean “cold.”…

ZYN Becomes Certified B Corp

MILWAUKEE — #ZYNISLIFE isn’t just a hashtag at the innovative Milwaukee-based company.  It embodies the fundamental foundation of goodness, from fair and equitable treatment of people, to charitable contributions, to…

Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey Out-of-Stock Situation to Be Remedied

Eire Born Spirits today announced that demand for Proper No. Twelve Irish Whiskey rapidly outpaced supply, resulting in an out-of-stock situation in its original release markets of Ireland and the United States. The situation is a testament to the quality of the brand's first expression, a fine blend of Irish grain and single malt whiskey. Proper No. Twelve is becoming known all over the world as a brand that pays homage to Crumlin, Dublin 12 the neighborhood where company Founder, Conor McGregor, was born and raised.

Bulletproof Coffee Partners with U.S. Ski & Snowboard

PARK CITY, Utah – U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced today an exciting new partnership with Bulletproof 360, a leading science-based food and beverage company, focusing on their widely popular Bulletproof…

Reed’s: Virgil’s Rebrand Bolsters Q3 Earnings

Reed’s, Inc.’s rebranded Virgil’s soda line helped spur a 29 percent increase in gross margins in the third quarter, CEO Val Stalowir told investors during the company’s Q3 earnings report this week. According to Stalowir, buyer interest in Virgil’s Zero Sugar helped Reed’s to open 1,100 new doors in Q3.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 8: Why ‘Digital First’ Is The Ugly Way to Succeed

Ugly Drinks co-founders Hugh Thomas and Joe Benn discussed growth planning for both the U.S. and U.K. markets, how the perspective of Ugly as a “digital brand” has shaped its overall business strategy, and how its loyal consumers -- aka the “Ugly Mob” -- have enabled the company to rapidly iterate and innovate.