Abita Root Beer Now Available in Cans
The naturally caffeine-free root beer that’s made with pure Louisiana cane sugar will soon be available in cans for the very first time.
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Sparkling ICE and Kevin Durant Bring “Bold Taste. Bold Moves.” Campaign to New York City
The week will include the debut of a limited-edition Sparkling ICE bottle, new Sparkling ICE billboards and taxi toppers, and a contest for fans to attend the Rn 1st Annual Roc city classic Starring Kevin Durant x Kanye West sponsored by Sparkling ICE on February 12th.
E. & J. Gallo Announces National Expansion of Viniq
The national product expansion is supported with national media, sampling and promotion in key metro areas including Atlanta and Los Angeles.
Luxco Issues Statement on Acquisition of Interest in Limestone Branch Distillery
Luxco recently announced that the company will acquire a 50 percent equity position in Limestone Branch Distillery. The Distillery going forward will be operated jointly by the two companies.
O’Shevlin Importing Company Launches Bonn Óir Gold Medal Vodka
Bonn Óir Vodka is born of an Irish family recipe handed down through three generations of the O’Shevlin’s of County Armagh, Ireland.
35 Maple Street Spirits Introduces New Expressions of Uncle Val’s Gin
The new Uncle Val’s Peppered Gin and Uncle Val’s Restorative Gin join the previously-released Uncle Val’s Botanical Gin, rounding out the portfolio of the young craft spirits brand that features gins infused with all-natural, botanical ingredients after distillation,
Channel Check: Bottled Water (Still)
While Smartwater is still on a big growth curve, so is the entire category.
Distribution Roundup: Sparkling Ice Starts Global Expansion in Canada
Also heading north is True Drinks, which announced a partnership with Loblaws Supermarkets to bring AquaBall naturally flavored water to the retailer’s locations throughout Canada.
Coke Steps on a “Mein”; Suspends Twitter Campaign
When the Coca-Cola Co. was developing its #MakeItHappy social media campaign, content involving Adolf Hitler was most certainly not part of the planning process.
New on BevNET FBU: “Low-Fat” is Out. Unadulterated is In.
It’s clear that Americans are trying to eat healthier. But if you’re thinking about labeling your product as “light” or “low-calorie,” you might actually be turning off a few customers.
ULIVjava Expands Its Presence in the New York Metro Area
In the seven months since the company released its line of RTD blended ice coffees in July 2014, ULIVjava has firmly established its place as a leader in the Coffee with Benefits segment.
Dr Pepper Snapple Group Appoints Antonio Carrillo to Board of Directors
Mr. Carrillo, 48, has served as CEO of Mexichem S.A.B. (BMV: MEXCHEM) since 2012. Mexichem is a global specialty chemical company based in Tlalnepantla, Mexico.
V8 Adds Four New Vegetable Blends
The new varieties Healthy Greens, Purple Power, Golden Goodness, and Carrot Mango have no added sugar or artificial ingredients, are 60 calories or less and available nationwide in January.
True Drinks’ AquaBall Flavored Water Now Available at Loblaws Supermarkets in Canada
AquaBall Naturally Flavored water was created as an alternative to sugary children's beverages that contribute to the childhood obesity epidemic throughout North America.