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Funding Briefs: Sipp, Coconut Cartel Land Equity Investments

News of a couple notable investment rounds recently hit our desk, with organic soda brand Sipp and Coconut Cartel, which markets coconut water sold in unopened coconuts, each securing new equity financing.

Coco Libre Hydrates NBC’s “Red Nose Day”

Coco Libre Organic Coconut Water is known for its delicious flavor with no added sugar, certified USDA organic, OU kosher, gluten free and Non-GMO Project Verified.

DJ Pauly D Introduces REMIX Energy

REMIX Energy will debut its first flavor in an 8.4-ounce can, with plans on the horizon to debut additional proprietary flavors and a 16-ounce offering.

Pepsi Launches ‘Pepsi Limon’

The introduction of Pepsi Limon reinforces PepsiCo's commitment to growing its diverse beverage portfolio and providing great tasting options for Hispanic consumers.

Matcha Mania is Upon Us

From the the New York Post naming it “New York City’s hot new cult,” to its spotlight on NBC’s “The Today Show,” a recent wave of publicity has thrust matcha in front of the eyes of the general public.

Aquahydrate Gets a Few Sips in National TV Ad for Ciroc Vodka

Sean "Diddy" Combs, one of a trio of high-profile investors in Aquahydrate, has once again worked the alkaline water brand into a national television ad, this time for Ciroc Vodka. The ad, which promotes designated driving, comes approximately 15 months after the debut of a widely aired TV spot for Fiat, which also included placement of Aquahydrate.

Zodiac Vodka Now Available In Cities Throughout Tennessee

Zodiac Vodka is now on shelves in select cities throughout Tennessee. Zodiac is offered in Original and Black Cherry flavors exclusively via B & T Distributing in Knoxville and Horizon Wine & Spirits in Chattanooga and Nashville.

Buffalo Trace Distillery Releases French Oak Bourbons

The French oak barrels were both constructed with Buffalo Trace’s exact specifications as far as size, stave drying, and charring. The barrel staves were air-dried for six months and the barrels were charred for 55 seconds. Both of these experimental barrels were filled with the same bourbon recipe, known as Buffalo Trace Rye Bourbon Mash #1.

AquaBall Gains Distribution at Casey’s General Stores

Casey's General Stores, Inc. an Iowa based company with over 1,800 stores in the Midwest, has agreed to offer AquaBall Naturally Flavored water in Casey’s locations throughout 14 states.