National Beverage Honors the Kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — National Beverage Corp. (NASDAQ: FIZZ) is once again embracing the opportunity to give all children . . . a fighting chance – with more than hope…
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Review: Fire Blade Energy
Making its debut in the U.S. market. Fire Blade is a Austrian-based brand that markets an energy drink and shot. The products are not bad, but with a formulation, flavor and design that feels very much that of typical energy brands, we're concerned that Fire Blade could easily be forgotten amongst the sea of similar products that have come before it.
KonaRed Corporation to Release Green Tea
KALAHEO, Hawaii — KonaRed Corporation (www.KonaRed.com ) (OTCQB: KRED), the developers of the powerful antioxidant-rich wellness beverage made from the exclusive Hawaiian Coffee Fruit, announced today the January 2014 availability…
Avure Technologies Names New CEO of HPP Equipment and Services
FRANKLIN, Tenn. — As demand for high pressure processing (HPP) continues to gain momentum in the marketplace, Avure Technologies Inc., the world’s leading supplier of HPP equipment and related services,…
DS Waters Acquires Splash Water
ATLANTA — DS Waters of America, Inc. (DS Waters), owner of the Sparkletts® bottled water brand, announces the acquisition of Splash Water Inc.’s home and office bottled water delivery business…
Ted Ginn, Sr. and Ted Ginn, Jr. Endorse Youthtopia
CLEVELAND — “It’s all about helping the kids on and off the field,” has been the mantra of Ted Ginn, Sr. and his NFL football star son Ted Ginn, Jr.…
Byarozavik Birch Tree Water Launches
On December 9-10, Byarozavik Birch Tree Water premiered at BevNET Live in Santa Monica, California, one of the beverage industry’s top conferences. “We’re excited to introduce a new category in…
Distribution Roundup: PepsiCo Partners With Buffalo Wild Wings, XYIENCE Hits the Dust Bowl
Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. (BWW) announced Thursday that PepsiCo, Inc., will become the restaurant’s primary soft drink and non-carbonated beverage supplier. The partnership, which will begin in early 2014, will replace products by The Coca-Cola Co., Inc., in the chicken wing chain. It will also initiate a series of joint marketing initiatives tied to sports and entertainment, according to a release.
Constellation Brands Renews Distributor Agreements with Republic National Distributing Company
VICTOR, N.Y., DEC. 12, 2013 – Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ and STZ.B), a leading beverage alcohol company, announced today the signing of new, five-year distribution agreements with Republic National…
Real McCoy Appoints Industry Veterans To Lead National Sales Efforts
Stonington, CT (December 11, 2013) —Real McCoy Spirits Corp., makers of The Real McCoy Rum, announced today the addition of two executives to its team: Paul Massey, Vice President of…
Agave Underground Tequila Expands Distribution to Canada
IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Agave Underground Tequila (www.agaveunderground.com), based out of Orange County, California, announced a distribution agreement and expansion internationally with Glazer’s of Canada, LLC. “The new manufacturer’s agreement between Agave…
Coca-Cola Splits North American Operations
In an effort to streamline operations and expedite its refranchising to independent bottlers, The Coca-Cola, Co., Inc. announced late Thursday that it will divide its North American operations into two units. On January 1, 2014, Coca-Cola Americas will no longer exist, paving the way for Coca-Cola North America (CCNA) and Coca-Cola Refreshments (CCR).
Hard Rock Energy Drinks Launch in South Florida
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., Dec. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Hard Rock Energy drinks are making their debut in South Florida. This test market is the first step in rolling out the new…
Review: IBEX Drinkable Yogurt
IBEX is a line of drinkable yogurt products that are sweetened with cane sugar and come in four varieties. While yogurt is often associated with probiotic functionality, three of the SKUs feature an added function -- including recovery and "brain-boosting" -- that is specific to the variety. On the whole, we like the brand and formulation of the beverages, however, some minor changes will be needed to better explain the extra benefits in some of the flavors.