La Marielita Rum Celebrates The Launch of Inaugural Blend
La Marielita Rum is thrilled to announce the launch of the inaugural blend of the premium hand-crafted blended Panamanian rum.
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Taste Radio: Consumers Crave An Immersive Experience, And All The Details Matter. Tacombi Has Shown The Way.
Dario Wolos, the founder and CEO of fast-growing Mexican-inspired restaurant chain Tacombi and consumer brand Vista Hermosa, spoke about his vision to share Mexican culture through authentic food, hospitality and experience, how the journey of building a business has come to define who he is as an entrepreneur and a leader, and his decision to align with acclaimed restaurateur Danny Meyer.
Biodegradable Bottled Water Brand Cove Launches in Erewhon
After years of research and development, sustainable beverage company Cove is introducing its biodegradable bottled water next month in Erewhon stores in California. Since 2018, California-based Cove has been working to develop a truly revolutionary innovation with the potential to address systemic sustainability and recycling challenges: a plastic-free, biodegradable bottle.
Kalsec Names New CEO and New President
The Kalamazoo Holdings Board of Directors (Board) has appointed Robert Wheeler as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Kalsec Inc. Wheeler succeeds Dr. Scott Nykaza, who officially retires December 31, after 23 years of remarkable service and success.
Chopin Vodka Announces New Distribution Partnership with MV GROUP Distribution
Chopin Vodka, Poland's last family-owned luxury vodka brand is keen to expand into the Baltic states such as Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, where it has been known for its high quality.
Blue Run Spirits Expands Rye Whiskey Portfolio with Release of Emerald Rye
Blue Run Spirits announces the second release in its Rye Whiskey series – Blue Run Emerald Rye Whiskey. This marks the first Blue Run Rye Whiskey to be contract distilled by Blue Run Liquid Advisor Jim Rutledge at Castle & Key Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky and the first Blue Run Rye to be bottled at barrel proof.
Oatly to Cut Jobs, Switch to Hybrid Production Model After Q3 Report
Oatly announced it will lay off staff and transition the business to an “asset-light” hybrid production model after reporting a net loss of $107.9 million, with revenue growth falling short of analysts’ expectations, in its Q3 earnings report today.
Poppilu Acquired by Juicy Juice, SUNNYD Maker Harvest Hill
Poppilu, maker of organic ready-to-drink lemonade for kids, has been acquired by American Beverage Corporation for an undisclosed fee, the company announced today.
Kroger-Albertsons: Judge Extends Temporary Block on $4 Billion Special Dividend
A judge from Washington State has extended the temporary block on a $4 billion payout to Albertsons’ shareholders in an effort to halt the cash dividend until the grocery giant’s proposed merger with Kroger can be fully reviewed by federal regulators. Judge Ken Schubert of King County Superior Court last week extended the temporary restraining order (TRO), now effective until Nov. 17.
Catalyst Spirits Names Heather Alper as Managing Director US and Canada
Catalyst Spirits, the maker of fast-growing Howler Head Bourbon, announced the appointment of Heather Alper as Managing Director U.S. and Canada, reporting directly to CEO Simon Hunt.
Study Suggests Spirits-Based RTD Excise Tax Cuts Cost Consumers More; DISCUS Calls Study ‘Misleading’
Trade groups across beer and spirits continue to fight over whether spirits-based, ready-to-drink canned cocktails (RTDs) should be taxed at the same as malt-based alternatives. The argument came to a head this month when Public Sector Consultants (PSC) released a study claiming decreased excise tax rates for spirits-based RTDs have cost consumers more on shelf.
StrikePoint CPG Accelerator Partners with Chlorophyll Water
Chlorophyll Water, a cutting-edge functional water beverage brand, America’s first-ever bottled water to pass and receive Clean Label Project Certification has announced that it has reached an agreement with Strikepoint CPG Accelerator for expansion of it’s 100% Pure Mountain Spring Water throughout the state of Texas.
Ian Macleod Distillers Unveils Glengoyne Legacy Series Final Expression in the US
Glengoyne Distillery, a Highland single malt scotch whisky producer within the Ian Macleod Distillers portfolio, has announced the U.S. launch of their Legacy Series: Chapter Three.
Cove Kombucha Unveils Rebranded Cans, Launches Gut Healthy Soda Line
Nova Scotia-based Cove Kombucha unveiled a new look for its line of canned kombuchas this week, ahead of an upcoming U.S. launch. Cove, founded in 2016 by brothers John and Ryan MacLellan, is currently sold in around 1,000 stores across Canada.