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Drink Your Milk

On July 1, the U.S. Department of Agriculture introduced new school nutrition mandates that limit nutritional content and ingredient options. While the changes could hamper mainstay brands of the past, the updates could signal an opportunity for entrepreneurs with a willingness to comply.

Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. Adds Distribution in Two Markets, Launches Absinthe

Louisville-based Copper & Kings American Brandy Co. has expanded distribution to two new markets through partnerships with Johnson Brothers Liquor Company and Phillips Wine and Spirits in Wisconsin and Star/Glazer’s Distributors in Memphis, Tennessee. The American brandy makers have also launched a new product, Absinthe Blanche, in all current markets.

Budweiser of Chattanooga to Distribute Double Cola

The new distributor currently services more than 150 accounts for Double Cola including Bi-Lo grocery stores, independent supermarkets, convenience stores and restaurants.

Patrón Spirits Launches XO Cafe Incendio

Patrón XO Cafe Incendio combines the spicy, distinctive flavor of Mexican arbol chile with the rich, decadent essence of Criollo chocolate, brought together with the crisp, smooth taste of Patrón Silver tequila.

Fighter Energy Signs MMA Fighter Preston Parsons

Preston Parsons is undefeated in five amateur mixed martial arts fights and claimed his first professional MMA victory on September 6th at House of Fame’s “A New Dawn” at the Jacksonville Veteran’s Memorial Arena.

Vita Coco Launches Marketing Campaign With Roster of Athletes

The line-up includes: Yasiel Puig of the LA Dodgers, Jadeveon Clowney of the Houston Texans, Manti Te’o of the San Diego Chargers, LaMarcus Aldridge of the Portland Trail Blazers, Julio Jones of the Atlanta Falcons, Joakim Noah of the Chicago Bulls, Giovani Bernard of the Cincinnati Bengals, and returning Vita Coco ambassador Marshawn Lynch of the Seattle Seahawks.

Southern Comfort Releases New Holiday Gingerbread Spice

To celebrate the season, Southern Comfort has introduced Gingerbread Spice – "a zesty and smooth combination of warm gingerbread flavors, creamy vanilla and subtle notes of Southern Comfort," according to the company.

Caliwater Reaches Distribution Agreement With L.A. Distributing Co.

Caliwater’s 11-ounce bottle will be available to over 2,500 local, gourmet and health food stores and restaurants through L.A. Distributing Company, a healthy snacks and beverage distributor offering a diverse portfolio of brands to both independent and chain retailers.

Pinnacle Pumpkin Pie Vodka Returns For The Holiday Season

"Pinnacle Pumpkin Pie is the leading pumpkin flavored vodka on the market. It has been such a huge hit with our fans, we can hardly keep it on the shelves," said Jason Dolenga, Senior Brand Director of Vodka at Beam Suntory.

WhiteWave’s Cross-Category Maneuver

In taking a closer look at WhiteWave’s recent acquisition of So Delicious, one key question comes to mind: doesn’t WhiteWave already sell almond milk?

Video: Lumi Stands By Self-Manufacturing

Lumi Juice became the first cold-pressed juice brand to land shelf placement at The Fresh Market. But the distribution deal, while high-five worthy, doesn’t mark the finish line.