More Than A Niche, Non-Alc Spirits Are Still Finding Their Way
Will the Chili’s menu of the future feature a non-alcoholic margarita? Marcus Sakey, co-founder of Ritual Zero Proof, is betting on it.
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Wemyss Malts Launches New Single Cask Range
One of Scotland’s top whisky bottlers is launching an exclusive single cask range, unveiling the brands fresh new packaging design.
Lux Row Distillers Launch Daviess County Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Lux Row Distillers announced the newest member of the Daviess County Bourbon brand family: Daviess County Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Lightly Toasted American Oak Barrels. A limited allocation of 3,000 six-pack cases of Daviess County Lightly Toasted will reach retail shelves across the country later this month at a suggested retail price of $49.99 per bottle.
Barrell Craft Spirits Introduces BCS Gray Label Dovetail
In 2018, Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS), launched Barrell Dovetail, which has since become a prominent expression within the company’s portfolio and the American Whiskey world, winning the Chairman’s Trophy at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge and earning a Double Gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Recently, the independent blender of unique aged, cask-strength sourced whiskey and rum, became intrigued with applying the concept of "Dovetail" to some of its older stocks.
Western New York Energy Launches High-Purity Alcohol
Western New York Energy (WNYE) has completed a $38 million expansion to produce high-purity alcohol products under the ClearSource brand. The 6,000 square-foot expansion will enable WNYE to produce 15 million gallons of alcohol annually.
Taste Radio: The Nelson Brothers Planned To Take Over The World. They’re Getting Closer.
Charlie and Andy Nelson, brothers and co-founders of heritage-inspired spirits brand Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, spoke about how thoughtful networking was critical to identifying key partners and advisors, why they never wanted to be the smartest people in the room when starting the company, why they turned down millions of dollars during one of their first funding rounds and how they assessed Constellation Brands’ offer to invest and eventually acquire a controlling stake in the company.
CELSIUS: PepsiCo Deal Allows for ‘Immediate Scale’
CELSIUS’ leadership believes the company’s new distribution partnership with PepsiCo will help increase its distribution footprint by around 40% over the next 12 months as the Florida-based energy drink brand eyes new channels and global growth.
The Pandemic Boosted E-Commerce, What Happens Now?
The pandemic changed how consumers used e-commerce to get products delivered to their doors but the exponential growth of digital shopping platforms has subsided leaving CPG food and beverage companies to reevaluate how they strategize growth and reach consumers online.
Bolthouse Farms Finalizes the Acquisition of Evolution Fresh from Starbucks
Bolthouse Farms has closed its acquisition of Evolution Fresh from Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX). The acquisition includes the brand, business, and employees supporting Evolution Fresh. By uniting the two powerhouse brands, Bolthouse Farms looks to further accelerate the company’s leadership within the premium juice and refrigerated beverage categories in retail.
People Moves: Boba Bam Adds Apu Mody and John Koury to Management Team; Ounce Water Appoints New CEO Amid Reorganization
As consumer awareness of boba tea grows in the U.S., California-based frozen instant boba kit brand Boba Bam has appointed industry veterans Apu Mody as Executive Advisor and John Koury as Vice President Sales.
PepsiCo Announces $550M Investment, Exclusive Distribution Deal with CELSIUS
PepsiCo announced today it has entered a long-term distribution agreement with fitness energy drink producer Celsius Holdings, Inc., maker of the CELSIUS brand, effective immediately. The deal includes a $550 million investment into the publicly traded energy drink company, granting the New York-based conglomerate an 8.5% ownership stake.
Buoy Hydration Launches ‘To Be Seen’ Campaign to Spotlight Those Living With Chronic ‘Invisible’ Illnesses
Buoy, the clean hydration wellness brand that supports millions of Americans suffering with chronic illnesses, announced the launch of its new “To Be Seen” campaign in partnership with award-winning film production and creative studio, Round Two Agency.
Positive Beverage Brings Its Message Of Cleaner Hydration To The Energy Drink Category
The Newport Beach, California-based beverage company spent the pandemic developing its answer to the zero-sugar energy drink category with the release of Positive Energy in three flavors – Tropical Bliss, Watermelon Mania and Poppin’ Orange. The products launched at the beginning of the year with 160g of caffeine from green tea extract and 0 calories in each can, and is positioning itself to target not just traditional energy drink consumers but the whole family.
Taste Radio: Over $60M In Funding, But Does It Pass The Smell Test? Plus, We Tell ‘Tales’ And Maxi Mentors.
In this episode, BevNET reporter Brad Avery joined Taste Radio’s regular hosts and discussed his recent article about an innovative “scent-flavored hydration system” that is making inroads in the U.S. They also spoke about 7-Eleven’s embrace of upstart brands and shared personal takes on several new products, including grain-free donuts and spicy (if not NOSH-y) potato chips. Also in this podcast: a brief recap of annual cocktail convention Tales of The Cocktail and the latest edition of The Maxi Minutes.