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Cocomazing Retains BLAZE Public Relations

Cocomazing has just 45 calories and 9 grams of sugar, making it the preferred alternative to sodas and is certified organic, non-GMO, vegan and kosher.

Sneakz Now Available at 300 HEB Stores

Sneakz Organic, a line of USDA organic milkshakes in chocolate, strawberry and vanilla flavors which disguise vegetable nutrition, is now available in Texas, exclusively at H-E-B grocery stores across the state.

Jim Beam Announces First-Ever Global Packaging Redesign

Starting in mid-2016, the entire Jim Beam portfolio will have a new, premium look in the more than 100 markets around the world where the products are sold, including the brand's largest markets, the U.S., Australia, Germany and Japan. The updated bottle and exterior styling will better represent the premium liquid inside, according to the company.

Milestone Brands LLC Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of American Born Moonshine

Premium spirits company, Milestone Brands LLC, today announced the acquisition of American Born Moonshine from Windy Hill Spirits. Milestone Brands LLC, which recently acquired Dulce Vida Tequila, was formed in February 2016 by Eric Dopkins, former CEO of Deep Eddy Vodka, and Chad Auler, co-founder of Deep Eddy Vodka.

Tickle Water Introduces New Sparkling Waters for Kids

The product can be found in the New York metropolitan area in stores including Westside Market, Zabar’s and Garden of Eden, as well as Sag Harbor and Hampton area stores such as The Golden Pear, LT Burger, SagTown Coffee and Catena’s Food Market.

Organic Avenue Re-Opens with Denise Mari at the Helm

Seven months after ceasing operations and filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the New York City juice and food chain has re-opened its Bleecker Street location, with plans to re-open an additional five stores.

Lawsuit Targets Vita Coco’s “Born in Brazil” Tagline

The plaintiffs claim that because some Vita Coco products are manufactured in other countries, including the Philippines, and Malaysia, All Market “is unjustly enriched by continuing to market and sell its [coconut water] in a way that misleads consumers into believing that all Vita Coco is Brazilian, manufactured in Brazil and made from Brazilian coconuts.”

BevNET Podcast Ep. 7: Coffee With the Beverage Whisperer

The team had a chance to evaluate some products with beverage industry investor, advisor, board member and raconteur Ken Sadowsky when dropped by the BevNET Podcast studio for an interview recently.