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Review: Perk!

Carbonated coffee is a concept that has been tried and - for a number of reasons - gained little traction in the marketplace. So we have to wonder about the viability of Perk!, a new zero-calorie sparkling iced coffee. While the taste of the product is fine, its branding and packaging need work, likely making the product an even tougher sell for consumers.

Material Provider Creates New Liquid Dispensing System

HOLLAND, Ohio — A next-generation liquid dispensing and delivery system – featuring a collapsible rigid liner inside a bottle – will be changing the way sensitive chemicals and other products…

Chillout Classification: Relaxation Drinks Find Middle Ground

From dreams of the perfect night’s sleep to hallucinations of a party in a can, the relaxation drink category has always seemed to invite extremes. But things are changing: in addition to a pair of strong brands at the poles, there’s an emerging pack in the middle that is focusing on throttled-back ingredients.

Wells Fargo: C-Store Sales Could Provide Significant Boost for Beverage Companies in 2013

C-store sales could provide a significant boost for beverage companies in 2013, according to a survey conducted by Wells Fargo, a financial services company that provides market research. The survey indicated that while year-to-year sales of non-alcoholic beverages decreased from the third quarter (7 percent) to the fourth quarter (5 percent) of 2012, the category still showed encouraging growth.

Spotlight Category: Protein is Popping

Take a look at the growth numbers for weight control and nutritional drinks – the domain of protein-ehanced products like Muscle Milk and Slim-Fast and it’s not hard to see why Coca-Cola made a deal for Core Power, the protein-enhanced milk made by Select Milk Producers, Inc.

Former Canada Dry Bottling of Lansing President Jack Shanker Dies at 94

Sad news came in to BevNET Tuesday afternoon when we learned that Jack Shanker, the grandfather of current Canada Dry Bottling Co. of Lansing, Mich. owner Randy Shanker, had passed away at 94. Jack Shanker went to work for his father, the founder of the company, when he was just 15, and helped build an independent bottling company that has lasted for 75 years and is currently under its fourth generation of family ownership.

Pulse Signs With Pacific Northwest Distributor

DENVER — The Pulse Beverage Corporation (OTCQB: PLSB)(“Pulse”), makers of PULSE brand of functional beverages and Cabana 100% Natural Lemonade, today announced that it has secured The Odom Corporation, a…

KeVita Launches Contest on Pinterest

VENTURA, CALIF. (FEB. 5, 2013) – KeVita shares the love this Valentine’s season with its new “Love is Everywhere” Pinterest contest. Sparkling probiotic fans are invited to discover and share…

SNO Water Announces Expansion Into UK

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Premium Iceland Glacier water SNO continues to expand its presence with the announcement of its presence in one of the largest UK supermarket chains – TESCO.…

Whole Foods Demands Supply Chain Audits from Coconut Water Companies

Concerned about the speed with which coconut water companies have extended their supply lines to meet skyrocketing demand, vendors working with Whole Foods are being asked to supply audited certification that confirms they have ethical and responsible sourcing.