Bevi Offers Sound Tea As First Brand Partnership
Bevi now offers two SKUs — green tea and rose tea — from Sound as options within its system. Launched in late July, the partnership marks Bevi’s first affiliation with an independent beverage brand.
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People Moves: Soylent Co-Founder Moves On
Soylent co-founder and chief technology officer John Coogan has left the company to pursue independent consulting; Long Island Iced Tea Corp. brings on Rob Stefanizzi; Shawn Sugarman leaves Moon Juice; Sidney Horn joins Halen Brands
Wild Tonic Jun Kombucha Debuts 5.6% Functional Alcohol Line
Currently available throughout Arizona, and select retailers in California, Colorado, Florida, and Nevada, Mango Ginger is the newest flavor in Wild Tonic’s rapidly expanding line of artisan-brewed functional alcohol.
The Maple Guild Launches Beverage Contest
Cocktails, smoothies, shakes, and other beverages will be judged by Jos. A. Magnus & Co., the newly re-established award-winning distillery in Washington, D.C. For those who have not yet tried The Maple Guild's product lines covered here previously, you can use the code "MapleItBogo" for 50% off your second product online.
Annual SHOREbar + wanu Beach Volleyball Charity Classic Benefited Diabetes Association
On Sunday, August 13th, NBA All-Star DeAndre Jordan, wanu water, SHOREbar, and YoungSanta Monica hosted the 6th Annual Beach Volleyball Charity Classic. The event marked the official launch of Jordan’s partnership with wanu, a Los Angeles- based nutrient infused water brand, in their effort to support the American Diabetes Association and promote all around healthier hydration.
Flor de Caña Sponsors Annual PGA Open in Nicaragua
The tournament is sponsored by Flor de Caña, Nicaragua’s world-renowned super premium rum brand. Flor de Caña, the country’s #1 exported brand, is present in over 40 markets worldwide and is one of the fastest growing premium rum brands in the United States.
Hoist to Launch Latest Flavor at NACS
As consumer demand for new flavors and better-for-you beverages continues to grow, hoist’s product line does, too. With four flavors and counting, hoist is adding Watermelon to its rapid hydration flavor lineup that already includes Dragonfruit, Strawberry Lemonade, Orange and Lemon Lime.
Ball To Cease Production At Three Plants, Build New Facility in SW U.S.
Ball Corporation today announced it will cease production at its Birmingham, Alabama, Chatsworth, California, and Longview, Texas, beverage packaging plants in 2018. Existing customers will be supplied by other Ball facilities.
Veritiv Completes Acquisition of All American Containers
The acquisition provides Veritiv additional marketing, selling and distribution channels into the growing U.S. rigid packaging market. The rigid packaging market’s primary segments include paperboard, plastics, metal and glass.
GREEN Energy Expands & Rebrands Organic Beverage Line
Hawaii-based GREEN Energy rolls out a new can and pineapple and guava editions to mark its third anniversary. The original GREEN changed the game with an organic answer to consumers’ thirst for healthier energy: green tea, coconut water and carbonated kale in one ready to drink can.
Tsamma Watermelon Juice Launches Watermelon + Coconut Water Blend
Frey Farms, one of the nation’s largest watermelon growers, has been selling fresh produce to the nation’s top retailers for more than 30 years. Based on consumer demand for healthier products, labeling transparency and functional ingredients, the Tsamma Watermelon Juice brand has responded with launching the Watermelon + Coconut Juice blend.
District Distilling Co. Introduces New Embassy Row Spirits Label
Washington, DC based District Distilling Co. is bringing a new brand to the District with the launch of its new Embassy Row spirits label. A revival and celebration of heritage regional liqueurs from around the world, Embassy Row is an exploratory series of small-batch internationally-loved spirits.
Lily Pulitzer and KEEL Vodka Team Up for New Drink
KEEL Partners LLC, the nation’s first premium light spirit at 58 calories, is pleased to unveil 'Lilly’s Even KEEL,' a collaborative cocktail with designer Lilly Pulitzer, debuting on Sunday, September 10th at the Ocean House Beach Polo Classic in Watch Hill, RI.
Juicero Says It’s Shutting Down
A letter posted on the company's web site today explained that the company was shutting down due to the infrastructure challenges in "creating an effective manufacturing and distribution system for a nationwide consumer base."