Wild Geese Soldiers & Heroes Premium Rum Named ‘Best Gold Rum’ at World Rum Awards 2015
Judges described The Wild Geese Soldiers & Heroes Premium Rum as “a great blend…refined and balanced,” according to the company.
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RTD Coffee Leads All Beverages in Volume Growth for 2014
Volume of ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee products surged by 10.7 percent last year, as compared that of 2013, trumping growth of bottled water and energy drinks, which rose by 7.3 percent and 6.4 percent, respectively.
Heaven Hill Brands Introduces Admiral Nelson’s Black Patch, a Black Spiced Rum
Admiral Nelson’s Black Patch Premium Black Spiced Rum uses a unique filtering process which enriches the flavor by filtering it through charred American White Oak used in the Bourbon aging process. The deep, dark Black Patch is a more robust and mysterious style of Admiral Nelson’s Spiced Rum.
Vivid Drinks Launch Unsweetened Matcha Green Tea Drink and Matcha Powder
The product contains 1 full gram of organic matcha green tea and zero grams of sugar and launches into UK retailers such as Wholefoods and Boots in April 2015.
Mix1 Life Inc. Closes Acquisition of No Fear
The Company is paying approximately $12.2 million in a combination of restricted common stock, cash, and debt for the license and related assets.
SweetLeaf Introduces Zero-Calorie ‘Water Drops’
SweetLeaf’s Water Drops have most recently been awarded the International Stevia Tasteful Award in Berlin, Germany by the World Stevia Organization.
KOVAL Dry Gin Wins Double Gold at San Francisco World Spirits Competition
“The gin category at SF World has grown significantly in the last few years, giving it a much more competitive landscape.” said Robert Birnecker, CEO and Master Distiller at KOVAL. “We’re extremely proud to be recognized by such a prestigious judging panel.”
Country Time Launches ‘Lemonade Starter’ Beverage Mix
Country Time Lemonade Starter features an easy-pour spout so users can simply "flip, pour and stir" the beverage mix into a pitcher or glass of water for a freshly-made drink, each and every time.
Tequila Partida and Blackheath Beverage Group Announce New Distribution Partnership Across U.S.
The partnership more than doubles the salesforce representing Tequila Partida in the United States, increasing Partida coverage in the top tequila consumption markets and expanding to other markets previously unrepresented.
Cool Mountain Expands Distribution Into Panama
Vladimir Batista and the Beyond Brews Company of Panama City, will be the exclusive distributor of Cool Mountain Beverages and the first to import craft soda into Panama.
Non-Alcoholic Beverage Companies and Independent Distributors: Lawsuits in the Making?
It is well known that contracts between producers of alcoholic beverages and their independent distributors are subject to extensive state regulation. Less understood are the network of state laws – sometimes called “relationship laws” – designed to protect local, independent distributors of non-alcoholic beverages.
trimino Adds Distribution with G and G Distributors
At only 28 calories per 16-oz. bottle, trimino comes in four Simply Delicious fruit flavors: Peach, Mixed Berry, Strawberry Lemonade, and Coconut Pineapple.
Tradewinds Introduces Jimmy Buffett’s Island Tea
The five unique flavors available nationally include: Pineapple Coconut White Tea, Peach Mango Black Tea, Tropical Citrus Green Tea, Paradise Punch Hibiscus Tea and Strawberry Lime Black Tea.
Bacardi Acquires Angel’s Envy Bourbon
“We have a clear strategy aligned to meet consumer needs in premium spirits and are building an even stronger portfolio through innovation and acquisition," said Bacardi Limited CEO Mike Dolan. "The purchase of Angel’s Share Brands and the ANGEL’S ENVY portfolio further reinforces our commitment to growing the super-premium spirits sector.”