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FDA to Columbia Gorge: Revise Your HACCP Plan for HPP Juice

In a warning letter dated March 25, 2015, the FDA wrote that the company has failed to include in its plan “control measures that will consistently produce, at a minimum, a 5-log reduction of pertinent microorganisms, for a period as long as the shelf life of the product when stored under normal and moderate abuse conditions.”

Mansi Launches in New York City, Enters Fairway Markets

This innovative, not from concentrate drink is Non-GMO Project Verified and provides health-conscious consumers an alternative within the citrus juice category that is cholesterol-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, and fat-free.

Kombucha: Upcoming Booze Report Ferments Concern

Rumors of an impending report on alcohol content in kombucha from the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) has those in the ‘bucha biz buzzing over what the report may entail.

Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. Launches Three Vapor-Distilled Absinthes

Copper & Kings Vapor Distilled Ginger, Lavender and Citrus Absinthes are available in select markets servicing superior mixology-centric bars and high-end liquor stores in 10 states in the South and Midwest currently under distribution. Each of the new absinthes is 65% ABV and 130 proof with a suggested retail price of $60 per 750 mL bottle.