AriZona co-founder/chairman Don Vultaggio discussed how his experience as a beer distributor paved the way for the development and stunning rise of AriZona. He also explained how the company has maintained its iconic 99 cent pricing model for 26 years, why he views AriZona as “one big incubator,” and why running a business means handling all kinds of problems, even if it means mopping up blood.
Entrepreneur interviews Koia founder Chris Hunter on his journey from Four Loko co-founder to plant-based beverage maker; The Kombucha Shop wins investment on TV's Shark Tank; Forbes looks at the rise of sugar-free soda; Keurig partners with Anheuser-Busch for pod-based cocktail system
How Barnana Co-Founder/CMO Nik Ingersöll makes ugly bananas look amazing; also featured: an exploration into the brain-boosting business of nootropic beverages and why CBD drink brands might find a friendly bill coming their way.
Taja Dockendorf, Co-founder of Bitter Love, is focusing on a new flavor profile to differentiate in the sparkling water category. The brand combines digestive bitters like ashwagandha, ginger and wormwood with carbonated water and a splash of fruit juice to offer a functional sparkling bitter beverage.
Monster Wins Trademark Suit, But Contract Dispute Looms; The Wonderful Company Faces Pregnancy Discrimination Accusations; Consumer Group Asks FTC to Investigate Sucralose Advertising
In making the jump into the competitive energy drink space with the launch of a carbonated C4 On-the-Go in April, sports nutrition company Nutrabolt is betting that the brand’s existing audience — the over 5 million customers who have purchased its products — will follow along with them.
Manatawny Still Works will release its Maple Whiskey on Wednesday, November 21. The spirit is a blend of multiple vintages of Manatawny's four-grain whiskey and Pennsylvania made Whiskey Hollow Maple Syrup, combined to produce a handcrafted and luscious spirit.
Edmonton, Canada and Madrid, Spain – Radient Technologies Inc. (TSX Venture: RTI) and Grupo Natac S.L. (Natac) are pleased to announce the formal launch of their joint venture Natac Solutions. …
St. Louis, Mo. – Bunge North America, the North American operating arm of Bunge Limited (NYSE: BG), announced that it is adding lentil functional flour to its line of clean-label…
Boulder-based Cocktail Squad launches a new line of ready-to-drink canned cocktails fresh from the Rocky Mountains in time for holiday gatherings. Crisp, clean, and full of flavor, Cocktail Squad’s four…
In a move that’s set to triple its export sales in year one, Dunnet Bay Distillers has secured its first national distribution agreement for the US market. Vision Wines &…
At the helm of a brand with nearly $180 million in annual retail sales, Essentia founder Ken Uptain explained why timing has been so critical to success. He also spoke about his leadership style, why all potential employees have to pass “Ken’s Good Guy Test,” and the one thing he’ll never share with his team.
Sober Up, a detoxification drink with naturally sourced ingredients that promotes liver health by reducing the toxic effects of alcohol and helps prevent hangovers, has received international distribution interest from 17 countries due to the online awareness and success of their current Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign.
TorQuest Partners today announced the acquisition of Bartek Ingredients Inc., a specialty products manufacturer specializing in malic acid, fumaric acid, and maleic anhydride for food and beverage, animal nutrition, and industrial applications.
