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BevNET TV: Brand Updates, Trends at 2013 Winter Fancy Food Show

by Ray Latif, Jan. 25, 2013 at 2:27 pm

While the upcoming Natural Products Expo West show will undoubtedly showcase a throng of new beverages and product launches, the 2013 Winter Fancy Foods Show did feature a number of significant line extensions and packaging tweaks as brands looked to establish a solid footing and strong start out of the gate. In our video round-up of the event, we take a look at 19 brands each of which featured news and updates that fall in line with growing trends in the beverage industry.

National Beverage Corp. Continues Shareholder Accruement

by Press Release, Jan. 25, 2013 at 2:13 pm

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — National Beverage Corp. announced today that it closed a private placement with a Management Group that includes a trust previously established by its Chairman and Chief…

Drink Chia Expands Distribution, Introduces Larger Bottle Size

by Ray Latif, Jan. 25, 2013 at 1:35 pm

As the market for chia products continues to thrive and expand, Drink Chia announced today that it has secured new deals with natural products distributors UNFI and KeHE, and dramatically increased the size of its footprint in the Northeast, Midwest, and throughout Florida. The company also announced that it has increased the package size for its whole chia seed beverage, moving it into a new 10 oz. bottle.

Sports Dietitian Dave Ellis Joins Biothera’s Healthcare Scientific Advisory Board

by Press Release, Jan. 25, 2013 at 10:02 am

EAGAN, MN – January 24, 2013 – Biothera, the immune health company, today announced that sports nutrition consultant Dave Ellis, RD, CSCS, has joined the Biothera Healthcare Scientific Advisory Board.…

True Drinks Announces New Zero Calorie AquaBall Naturally Flavored Water

by Press Release, Jan. 25, 2013 at 9:58 am

IRVINE, CA–(Marketwire – January 24, 2013) – True Drinks, Inc. (OTCQB: BAZID), a healthy beverage provider with major entertainment and media company licensing agreements for use of their characters on…

8 Hour Snooze Can Improve Sleep in This On-The-Go World

by Press Release, Jan. 24, 2013 at 5:37 pm

8 Hour Snooze was founded by a team sleep-deprived entrepreneurs in of Orange County, Calif. who decided to bring together their expertise in sports and nutritional health, online marketing, and…

Pepsi Boosts Access Options for ‘Best New Artist’ Campaign

by Press Release, Jan. 24, 2013 at 5:26 pm

PURCHASE, N.Y., Jan. 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Pepsi will elevate “Best New Artist” category providing fans exclusive unparalleled access through a strategic partnership with VEVO, Pandora, and the GRAMMYs. In…

The Double Cola Company Reintroduces Double-Dry Ginger Ale

by Press Release, Jan. 24, 2013 at 5:00 pm

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – The Double Cola Company is ready for an exciting year of growth and expansion, which is why the company is kick-starting 2013 with Double-Dry Ginger Ale. Double-Dry…

2013 Winter Fancy Food Show Recap (and Photo Gallery)

by Ray Latif and Adam Stern, Jan. 24, 2013 at 4:13 pm

In yet another indication that the beverage industry continues to recover from recent lackluster years, the 2013 Winter Fancy Food Show packed the walls of San Francisco’s Moscone Center with thousands of suppliers, attendees, and buyers. While beverage marketers represented a small component of exhibitors at the show, booths were nonetheless bustling as brand owners indicated a positive view of the event and reported a steady flow of deals and opportunities.

Red Bull Curates Gallery for Emerging Contemporary Artists

by Press Release, Jan. 24, 2013 at 12:13 pm

LOS ANGELES — Red Bull Curates: The Canvas Cooler Project offers emerging artists local gallery showcases, unique and permanent installation opportunities and the chance to show and sell their art…

N.A.A.C.P. and Hispanic Federation Support Beverage Industry Against Proposed NYC Soda Ban

by Max Rothman, Jan. 24, 2013 at 12:03 pm

Although obesity rates in African-American and Hispanic communities of New York City exceed the city average, the New York chapter of the N.A.A.C.P. and the Hispanic Federation is nevertheless supporting a lawsuit filed by the beverage industry that is aiming to block the so-called “Bloomberg ban” on large containers of sugary drinks. The ban would prohibit the on-premise sale of sugar-sweetened drinks that have more than 25 calories per 8 oz. serving in containers larger than 16 oz.