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Danone Outlines Sustainable Packaging Initiatives

by Press Release,

Danone announces a series of new commitments and actions to ensure its packaging will become 100% circular, and to accelerate the global transition towards a circular economy of packaging.

CELSIUS Names Matt Kahn as EVP Marketing

by Press Release,

Celsius Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: CELH), maker of the clinically proven, globally marketed, functional, healthy energy CELSIUS drinks and powder sticks, announces today, that following an extensive search, CELSIUS has hired Matt Kahn to serve as its new Executive Vice President of Marketing, effective immediately.

The Living Apothecary Raises $1.4M The Living Apothecary Raises $1.4M

The Living Apothecary Raises $1.4M

by Brad Avery,

Probiotic water kefir maker The Living Apothecary has raised $1.4 million in a fundraising round led by L.A. Libations and Venice Brands, setting the brand on a path to triple its distribution over the next year.

Humm Kombucha Slashes Sugar With New Flavors Humm Kombucha Slashes Sugar With New Flavors

Humm Kombucha Slashes Sugar With New Flavors

by Martín Caballero,

Bend, Ore.-based Humm Kombucha has launched a pair of new, reduced-sugar SKUs: Raspberry Hops and Ginger Juniper, each with 5g of sugar and 25 calories per 8 oz serving.

Elevator Talk: SZENT Excites Sense of Smell with New “Flavored” Waters Elevator Talk: SZENT Excites Sense of Smell with New “Flavored” Waters

Elevator Talk: SZENT Excites Sense of Smell with New “Flavored” Waters

by BevNET.com Staff,

SZENT is reinventing the way people experience beverages. Chief Creative Officer, Maddie Grandbois, says the brand aims to shake up the flavored water category with a new spin, no added ingredients. Instead, the company has patented a polymer cap ring infused with essential oils that tricks the brain into believing you are tasting the flavor.

Alkaline88 Adds Over 150 Shaw’s Stores

by Press Release,

The Alkaline Water Company Inc. is pleased to announce that Massachusetts based Shaw’s, a wholly owned subsidiary of Albertsons, will be selling Alkaline88 in over 150 store locations across the Northeastern United States.

Frey Farms Launches Sarah’s Homegrown Brand of Frozen, RTD Drinks Frey Farms Launches Sarah’s Homegrown Brand of Frozen, RTD Drinks

Frey Farms Launches Sarah’s Homegrown Brand of Frozen, RTD Drinks

by Brad Avery,

Frey Farms CEO Sarah Frey grew her family’s single farm in southern Illinois into a national supplier of produce, with more than a dozen farms and facilities located throughout the Midwest and Southeast. Now the company is continuing to build its beverage division -- which already includes Tsamma Watermelon Juice and craft private label provider Fresh pour -- with a new line of better-for-you drinks, Sarah’s Homegrown.

SIG Implements New Certification for Responsible Aluminum

by Press Release,

SIG is the first in its industry – and the fifth company in the world – to achieve certification for the Aluminum Stewardship Initiative’s recently launched certification system to recognize and collaboratively foster responsible production, sourcing, and stewardship of aluminum.

Rebecca Creek Distillery Expands in South Carolina Rebecca Creek Distillery Expands in South Carolina

Rebecca Creek Distillery Expands in South Carolina

by Press Release,

Texas-based Rebecca Creek Distillery, one of the largest craft distilleries in North America, has expanded into the South Carolina market. Its award-winning spirits can now be found on shelves throughout the state.

WNBA Player Natasha Cloud Endorses Susosu Water

by Press Release,

With Susosu Hydrogen Water, we’re bringing top-tier hydration to athletes and anyone valuing their own health. We’re innovating this industry with a packaging design maintaining the smallest molecular hydrogen gas, providing the most health-conscious water available on the market today.

Vanessa Walker Departs CELSIUS Vanessa Walker Departs CELSIUS

Vanessa Walker Departs CELSIUS

by Martín Caballero,

Vanessa Walker has left her role as executive vice president of sales and marketing at functional beverage company CELSIUS, effective immediately.

Taste Radio Ep. 134: Acclaimed Chef Marcus Samuelsson Believes This Ingredient Is The Key to Great Food; Fair Trade USA Hits 20 — What’s Next? Taste Radio Ep. 134: Acclaimed Chef Marcus Samuelsson Believes This Ingredient Is The Key to Great Food; Fair Trade USA Hits 20 — What’s Next?

Taste Radio Ep. 134: Acclaimed Chef Marcus Samuelsson Believes This Ingredient Is The Key to Great Food; Fair Trade USA Hits 20 — What’s Next?

by BevNET.com Staff,

In this episode, we’re joined by chef, restaurateur and TV personality Marcus Samuelsson who spoke about the inspiration behind his cooking and what’s shaping the next evolution of food. We also spoke with Fair Trade USA founder and CEO Paul Rice for a discussion of the aims, success and challenges of the organization, which recently celebrated its 20 year anniversary.

Makomas Receives $75,000 from PepsiCo Award

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Makomas, an organic beverage company that features superfood ingredients from West Africa, won $75,000 from PepsiCo last week at the Boston MassChallenge Awards.