Brynwood Partners Acquires Cold Spring Brewing Co.
Minnesota-based Cold Spring Brewing Company has been acquired by Brynwood Partners, a Connecticut-based private equity firm with existing investments in a variety of food and beverage companies.
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New Old Forester Distillery Installs Column Still
Produced by Vendome Copper and Brass Works, the Old Forester still is 24 inches wide and 44 feet tall, weighing in at 4700 lbs. The column still's key role in bourbon making is the separation of the fermented mash (corn, rye, malt and barley) to create 'new spirit,' essentially serving as the heart of the distillery.
Jones Soda Co. Reports Fiscal 2017 Second Quarter Results
For the second quarter of 2017, the Company reported revenue of $3.9 million, compared to the prior year’s second quarter revenue of $4.3 million. The Company reported a net loss for the second quarter of 2017 of $55,000 or ($0.00) per share.
Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky Launches Second Edition of Ducks Unlimited
Lord Calvert Canadian Whisky has launched the second edition of Ducks Unlimited decanter, available nationally in September. The new design includes a yellow Labrador Retriever fetching a canvasback, the largest diving duck found in North America.
Eastside Distilling and Secret Aardvark Collaborate on “Hot Potato Vodka”
The combination of habanero pepper with the velvet body and low octane of our potato vodka produces a full-palate explosion of flavor. Hot Potato Vodka, which will initially be available in limited distribution, is perfect for Bloody Mary's, sipped "neat" or on the rocks.
Press Clips: CircleUp Launches Credit Program
CircleUp launches CPG credit program; Dunkin' Donuts considers dropping the "Donuts" from its name; New York Business Journal talks to CAVU's Brett Thomas; Starbucks releases jerky-garnished coffee in Seattle; Natalie's Orchid Island Juice Company sits down for Q&A
National Beverage Corp. Rewards Shareholders with Second Cash Dividend in 2017
National Beverage Corp. today paid its eighth special cash dividend and released the following letter to shareholders written by Nick A. Caporella, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
Taste Radio Ep. 69: Jon Sebastiani Is Kraving The Next Big Thing; Staying Hungry with Marketing Guru Greg Fleishman
This week’s episode of Taste Radio features a wide-ranging conversation with Krave Jerky and Sonoma Brands founder Jon Sebastiani. Recorded at the 2017 Summer Fancy Food Show, Sebastiani delved into his background in the food and beverage industry as an heir to a legacy wine family and talked about what spurred him to strike out on his own with Krave.
Coke’s Bridge Program Cultivating Tech Startups
The Bridge, a six-month commercialization program for tech startups exploring innovative new technologies that tackle everything from artificial intelligence to virtual reality to cybersecurity. Now on its fourth class, The Bridge is based in Tel Aviv with a focus on cultivating Israeli companies, but its early success has led to partner programs in Mexico City and in Coca-Cola’s hometown of Atlanta.
Coffee So Good Blooms From Midwest Roots, Real Ingredient Focus
Launched in 2016, the coffees are formulated with whole, clean label ingredients and come in five varieties, including Lavender Nutte and Cashew Mocha.
Blue Pacific Flavors Announces Lab Expansion
Organic flavor and ingredient manufacturer Blue Pacific Flavors announces the opening of its new research and development laboratory, the Flavor Creation and Culinary Innovation Center. The lab handles all product development and flavor creation for the company’s global operations in the U.S. and Asia.
Joe & The Juice Opens 200th Store
Founded in Copenhagen in 2002 by Basse, Joe & the Juice creates with high-quality, natural, and organic ingredients in its freshly prepared juices, shakes, coffee, and sandwiches. A beacon for millennials and urban trendsetters, the brand has opened doors in major cities around the world with locals and travelers alike craving more.
Sandy Bottom Sparkling Rum Cocktails Launch in Maryland
Sandy Bottom Sparkling Rum Cocktails has launched in Maryland, the home state of founder and CEO Sandy Mazza. The product is currently available in 28 retailers in Maryland, as well as hotels including The MGM National Harbor, The Hollywood Casino Perryville, and the Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore.
Positive Energy Launches at Coborn’s Supermarkets
The launch includes POSITIVE ENERGY’s entire line of 12oz. lightly carbonated sleek cans with the amazing flavors of Strawberry Lemonade, Peach Mango Lemonade, Pomegranate Blueberry and Coconut Water.