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Expo West 2016 Video: GoodBelly’s Probiotic Pipeline

In an interview at Expo West, GoodBelly CEO Alan Murray explained that the development of GoodBelly Sparkling Drink and GoodBelly Ade stems from an innovation strategy that seeks to “constantly rejuvenate the energy behind probiotics.”

Expo West Video 2016: The Changing Face of Cold-Pressed Juice

In this video, filmed at Natural Products Expo West 2016, BevNET’s John Craven and Ray Latif discuss current trends in the cold-pressed and high pressure processed (HPP) juice category.

Rum:30, A New Craft Spirit From Florida, To Launch in April

Classically aged in in white American oak and uniquely infused with a hint of freshly cut orange peels, Rum:30 offers a subtle orange aroma and a complexity of flavors that gives it a relaxed Floridian vibe.

People Get Ready: Marley Beverage Introduces Brand Revamp

Marley Beverage CEO Harry Bigelow said that the company “wanted to dial it back a bit” in terms of its original reggae-themed labels and marketing initiatives, while maintaining the brand equity of Bob Marley.

Expo West 2016 Video: Nut Milk Trends

From large producers like WhiteWave and Califia Farms to tiny upstarts, including Pop & Bottle, Malk and Three Trees, BevNET’s John Craven and Ray Latif discuss the role that innovation and branding has played in the development of each and the overall segment.

Chobani Announces Development of Ready-to-Drink Yogurt Beverage

Described as a yogurt beverage “made with only natural ingredients including real fruit and probiotics,” Drink Chobani will join the drinkable yogurt category where brands like Lifeway Kefir, B’More Organic, Wallaby Yogurt Company and Karoun Dairies’ Blue Isle reside.

VEB Launches Rebranded Hansen’s and Blue Sky Soda at Expo West

As for how the brands will leverage its relationship with Coca-Cola, Jeremy Faa, senior vice president and general manager for craft beverages at Coca-Cola North America, said that while operating independently, the company will “tap into Coca-Cola in terms of synergies, supply chain innovation and key account relationships.”

Stoli Vodka Announces Stoli Gluten Free

Made with 88 percent corn and 12 percent buckwheat, Stoli Gluten Free will launch in the U.S. with availability at Stoli accounts nationwide starting in April 2016.