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Liquid Management Partners Launches Limited Edition Liquid Ice America

Liquid Management Partners, the manufacturer of Liquid Ice Energy Drink, prides itself on crafting premium energy drinks. The company is thrilled to announce the launch of its first seasonal packaging, Liquid Ice America, welcoming summer with open arms.

Soylent Names Bryan Crowley as President

Rosa Foods, the makers of Soylent, today announced that Bryan Crowley will join the Company as President. In this role, Crowley will be responsible for day-to-day operations, financial performance and the development and deployment of Soylent’s business and people strategy.

DRY Sparkling Secures National Distribution at CVS

The expanded distribution with the nation’s leading drugstore and pharmacy includes placements in more than 6,000 locations. Lavender, Fuji Apple, Cucumber and Vanilla Bean DRY Sparkling 4-packs will be available at the end of May.

Press Clips: Bai Creative Moves In-House, Fake RC Cola Tweet Goes Viral

Bai CMO Michael Simon discusses the company's decision to move creative in-house; Twitter bans a fake RC Cola parody account after its political tweet goes viral; Nutrition Policy Institute members call for energy drink caffeine caps; Nostalgia helps drive a Clearly Canadian revival; USA Today reports on the rise of craft soda

BevNET Podcast Ep. 60: Bob Burke on Keys to The (Natural) Kingdom; Recapping The Sweets and Snacks Expo

Over his three decades as an executive and consultant in the natural products industry, Bob Burke has been recognized as one of the foremost experts in the space. He recently joined us for a wide-ranging conversation about the evolution of the industry and its transformative impact on the grocery business, his thoughts on the keys to success for startups and how he defines truly innovative ideas.

DrinkMaple Adds New Funding, Makes Distribution Gains

Last month, the Vermont-based maple water brand announced it had received $250,000 in funding from Vermont venture capital firm FreshTracks Capital as part of a $4.35 million Series A round that was led by venture capital firm Cleveland Avenue.

Innovation Fueling 15 Most Well-Funded Startups

A list compiled by market research firm CB Insights of the 15 most well-funded venture capital-backed food and beverage startups reveals the increasing value placed on brands that are offering healthier choices and disrupting established categories like meat and dairy and innovating with plant-based offerings.

New Zealand Pure Water Seeks U.S. Distribution

The focus for the company over the next 12 months will be to establish distribution relationships in key export markets, particularly the United States where recent market research showed that 53% of bottled water consumers prefer to drink premium water.

In the Courtroom: Odwalla Class Action Dropped

Consumers drop Odwalla "evaporated cane juice" class action suit, Hint asks for a stay on lawsuit challenging its "all natural" claims, Lakewood Organic Juices faces challenge to its "cold pressed" and "fresh pressed" claims in new class action suit.

Nestlé Waters NA Invests $6M in Closed Loop Fund

Nestlé joins fellow beverage companies Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Dr Pepper Snapple Group and Keurig Green Mountain in investing in the Closed Loop Fund, a $100 million social impact investment fund that provides municipalities with access to capital for projects aimed at improving recycling programs.

Rocky Mountain High Brands Announces CBD-Infused Flavored Waters and Energy Drinks

Rocky Mountain High Brands, Inc., a fully reporting consumer goods company specializing in hemp-infused food and beverage products and a naturally high alkaline water, announced today that it will soon start producing a line of both Cannabidiol (CBD) infused flavored waters and CBD-infused flavored energy drinks and beverages.

Shamrock Farms Debuts New Cold Brew Coffee and Milk Line Nationwide

Initially launched in Shamrock Farms' home state of Arizona, the hot new product for the refrigerated beverage case will now be available in grocery and convenience stores including Publix, ShopRite, Stop & Shop and Giant. The product combines 100% Colombian coffee with pure, fresh Shamrock Farms milk with no added hormones.