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Reed’s, Inc. Announces Organizational Changes

LOS ANGELES, CA–(Marketwired – Feb 11, 2014) – Reed’s, Inc. (NYSE MKT: REED), maker of the top-selling sodas in natural food stores nationwide, announced today that effective immediately David Williams…

DIAGEO Launches Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company

TULLAHOMA, Tenn., Feb. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — From Tennessee to Kentucky to Ireland, stories of old whiskies forgotten in the back of rickhouses and warehouses drift among distillers the world…

Apple & Eve Acquires The Switch Beverage Co.

Apple & Eve, the largest privately held juice company in the U.S., today announced that it has acquired The Switch Beverage Co., which markets a line of sparkling 100 percent juice drinks and holds a strong presence in U.S. schools.

Kees Protein Drink Launches on ThirstMonger.com

Feb. 4, 2014 – SPARKS, Nev. — “kees is a strong addition to ThirstMonger.com. Not only does each product taste great, but health benefits of the added protein should resonate…

Blue Pacific Flavors Receives Non-GMO Project Verified Approval

Company produces certified non-GMO flavors for food and beverages CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif., Feb. 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Pacific Flavors receives product verification from Non-GMO Project Verified. The Project…

B’more Organic Smoothies Get NYC Distribution

B’more Organic has brought its fat-free, gluten-free, high-protein smoothies, recently named one of healthy-lifestyle publisher Rodale’s “21 Best Organic Snacks,” to the New York City area. Made from Icelandic-style skyr…

Essentia Raises $3.2 Million in Convertible Debt; Projects $22-23 Million in 2014 Sales

Having recently announced its tenth consecutive year of growth, eight of which reached double-digits, Essentia is positioning itself for a booming 2014 -- and well beyond. Earlier this year, Essentia, the top-selling enhanced water brand in the natural channel, raised $3.2 million in convertible debt and is perhaps prepping for a much larger round of funding later this year.

F.A.S.T. Money: ZICO’s Rampolla Invests in New Shot Brand

First Aid Shot Therapy (F.A.S.T.), a brand of condition-specific shots that are designed to offer liquid versions of over-the-counter remedies, is launching in Boston behind a second round of funding, one that included a very familiar name in these parts.

Review: Whey Coco

Marketed as "Nature's Recovery Fuel," Whey Coco is a powdered coconut water based-protein drink that contains 15g of protein per serving. The product combines whey protein isolate, freeze-dried coconut water, cocoa, evaporated cane juice, non-fat milk powder, natural flavor and monk fruit extract. Although the product's target consumers are fitness buffs and active individuals, the blend is so enjoyable that we could see ourselves consuming it simply for the taste alone.