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MetaBrand Capital Invests $5.75 Million in Runa

Through the new fund, the company will primarily focus on growth capital investments in the food, beverage, nutrition and natural and organic product industries with strategic partners that embody and embrace a similar philosophy.

Video: Eyeing Sweeter Demand for Indulgent Coffee, Ito En Doubles Down on Jay Street

Sweeter and denser that the primary line, Ito En's new Jay Street Extra Rich coffees were formulated to address consumer demand for creamier, thicker option similar to that of the familiar taste and mouthfeel of Starbucks’ Frappuccino products. Packaged in 9.1 oz. bottles, and at 150 calories and no fat, however, Adam Hertel, Ito En’s vice president of sales for grocery and natural, views the drinks to be, like the flagship products, a healthier option for consumers.

The Launch of Vacay Water Enhancer

Vacay is an all-natural water enhancer with ingredients known to "relieve stress and anxiety, ease tension and calm the mind." It combines the ever-popular flavors of iced tea and lemonade in a conveniently portable supplement that consumers simply add to their water.

Coca-Cola Elects New Vice President to Board of Directors

Leveridge, 44, was named Director of Investor Relations in July. He began his career with the Company in 1996 and has assumed roles of increasing responsibility including Senior Manager in Investor Relations, Finance Director in the Company’s Adriatic and Balkans business unit and Finance Director in the Russia, Ukraine and Belarus business unit.

Press Clips: AB InBev to Merge With PepsiCo?

Those folks associated with the beer and beverage industries have heard the rumor before: Anheuser-Busch InBev could merge with PepsiCo. The speculation resurfaced this week.

Tetra Pak Launches First Entirely Plant-Based, Renewable Packaging Materials

The new Tetra Rex® carton will be the first in the market to have bio-based low-density polyethylene (LDPE) films and bio-based high-density polyethylene (HDPE) caps, both derived from sugar cane, in addition to Forest Stewardship Council (FSC ™) certified paperboard.​

William Grant & Sons Introduces Three New Rare and Unique Whiskies

William Grant & Sons, the family-owned independent distiller, is excited to announce the addition of three new expressions to the William Grant & Sons award winning Scotch whisky portfolio: Kininvie, Ladyburn Single Malt Scotch Whisky and The Girvan Patent Still Single Grain Scotch Whisky.

Central Standard Craft Distillery Launches Retail Distribution

Central Standard Craft Distillery is launching its product from the tasting room to the market through Beer Capitol Distributing, a major malt beverage distributor in the greater Milwaukee area. After opening its doors in June, Central Standard will now be offering their Gin, Vodka and White Whiskey at retail beginning the end of October.

Radiance by vTrue Launches in Southern California

Radiance is a delicious skin supplement beverage that is physician-developed with a blend of 25 botanical extracts, minerals and vitamins. It contains 510 mg of 13 botanical extracts, plus 100% of the RDA of 8 vitamins and minerals.

Cocozia Coconut Water With Coffee Receives Non-GMO Verification

The exciting new Cocozia® product from Epicurex, Coconut Water with Coffee, is the latest in their stable of delicious coconut products to receive the official Non-GMO Project Verified seal of approval from The Non-GMO Project.

Deep Eddy Vodka Unveils New Distillery

The distillery is designed to serve as a multi-purpose facility with manufacturing and production areas, as well as areas specially designed to accommodate guests.

In Vegas, Natural Brands Plot C-Store Course

As convenience stores alter the contents of their shelves, a growing number of emerging beverage brands envision opportunity in this channel, which boasts more than 150,000 stores in the U.S. alone.