Jason Camillos Joins BodyArmor As VP of Strategy and Planning
Camillos had served as Managing Director at First Beverage Ventures, the private equity division of First Beverage Group, since 2013.
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FORTO Coffee Shots Secure Grocery and Pharmacy Distribution
The #1 Selling Coffee Energy Shot in convenience stores will debut with singles and shipper displays in Rite Aid, Hy-Vee, Jewel, and Publix grocery stores this month, with additional retailers rolling it out over the next several months.
Tropicana Announces Launch of Essentials Probiotics Juice
Combining the goodness of 100% juice with the functional benefit of probiotics, each eight-ounce serving contains more than the recommended daily value of Vitamin C and has no added sugar, preservatives or artificial flavors.
Nothing But Real To Debut New Flavor, Expand Tri-State Area Distribution
Excited about the upcoming launch, drink developers Helena Lumme and Mika Manninen say their drink represents “the next stage of protein drinks” where consumers are looking for more than just a high protein number.
Expo East 2016: Steady to the Kor
Since launching Kor at Expo West 2015, founder Jordan Retamar has found fertile ground for the development of the brand in the spaces between the functional supplement and cold-pressed juice categories.
Steaz Showcases New Look For Energy Line
The new Steaz Energy can designs prominently display the brand's defining characteristics, with features such as "certified organic," "Fair Trade," and "energy," ensuring customers who are seeking such products know exactly what they are picking up when grabbing a can of Steaz Energy.
Cheerwine & The Avett Brothers Announce ‘Legendary Giveback 5’ Benefit Concert and Charitable Fundraiser on Indiegogo
For the fifth year, Cheerwine and The Avett Brothers are teaming up to host one legendary concert to raise funds to benefit three deserving nonprofits: Wags & Wishes in Cambridge, Md., Hungry for Music in Washington, D.C., and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Aran Extends Product Shelf Life With New Packaging
Several value-added capabilities support Aran’s improved shelf-life solutions including AranFlex™, an advanced thermal lamination technology, which ensures precision layer adhesion by heat without the use of adhesives or solvents.
Harmless Harvest Announces New 32 oz. Harmless Coconut Water
The large format 32-ounce bottle contains four individual servings, encouraging consumers to enjoy great tasting, hydration throughout the day. The company continues to offer their 8.75- and 16-ounce sizes.
Califia Launches Black Label Cold Brew Coffee Line
The Black Label Cold Brew Coffees are packaged in eye-catching 10.5 oz amber glass bottles with convenient screw caps, rather than the crown caps found on most bottled coffees; and, like all Califia products, are completely vegan, dairy-free, GMO-free, soy-free and carrageenan-free.
Texas-based Tequila 512 Unveils Next Phase of Company Evolution
Tequila 512 is introducing a bold new brand identity, packaging, and website to reflect both the company’s enterprising growth and its heritage.
Deschutes Brewery and Bendistillery Release Black Butte Whiskey
Black Butte Whiskey was aged in new #4 char American oak barrels, and the resulting whiskey retains the malty, chocolatey notes of Black Butte Porter while gaining woody, earthy flavors from the oak. The body is full while the spirit drinks dry and clean.
CORE Debuts Duo of Product Innovations at Expo East
CORE CMO Erik Berniker said the company was motivated to deliver more options to consumers searching for low-calorie, certified organic beverages.
BevNET Podcast Ep. 25: What Are The Next Billion Dollar Brands? Tom First Tells.
This week, the podcast team is joined by veteran entrepreneur, investor and advisor Tom First who offers his take on emerging trends in the beverage business, including why he sees a big future for gut health and protein. First also shares his thoughts on the kind of beverage companies that are primed to become billion dollar brands.