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Highland Park Collaborates with Big Green Egg

United by a shared commitment to heritage, quality and unexpected, bold flavors, Highland Park Single Malt Scotch Whisky and Big Green Eggare proud to announce an exclusive partnership. The single malt Scotch whisky will serve as the official U.S. Scotch partner of the original American-designed ceramic cooker.

As Jack & Coke Heads to Mexico, Where Will the Next Big RTD Launch?

Last month The Coca-Cola Company and Brown-Forman announced the launch of a new Jack & Coke ready-to-drink (RTD) product— but eager U.S. drinkers will have to wait. The new beverage will first launch in Mexico, sparking the question: as RTD growth spreads globally, where are major suppliers headed next, and what will they be looking for?

Brody’s Crafted Cocktails Now Available in Foodland Stores Across Hawaii

Brody's Crafted Cocktails, a line of ready-to-serve craft-style bottled cocktails, has announced it has expanded distribution into Hawaii and available exclusively at Foodland locations, in partnership with Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC of Hawaii), one of the largest wholesale distributors of spirits, wine and beer in the United States. This mission-based beverage brand offers a unique line of ready-to-serve premium spirits based bottled cocktails — perfect for home entertaining, vacationing or serving at your weekend tailgate.

MHS and Fortna Bring Interactive Booth Experience to Package Fulfillment, Logistics and Delivery Expo

MHS, a single-source provider of material handling automation and software solutions, will bring an interactive booth experience to the Package Fulfillment, Logistics & Delivery (PFLD) Expo July 13-15 at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. Booth #504 will feature the combination of MHS automation technologies and Fortna operational optimization software and omnichannel distribution solutions that serves the industry’s need for end-to-end logistics solutions.

Moët Hennessy Announces the Launch of Volcán X.A Tequila

Created in 2017 in the volcanic region of Jalisco, Volcán de Mi Tierra was born from a strong entrepreneurial partnership, combining the Gallardo family’s passion for its homeland and deep roots in Mexico, together with Moet Hennessy’s commitment to craftmanship and luxury branding.

SodaStream Adds to Flavor Portfolio with New bubly bounce Drops

Two beloved sparkling water brands are joining forces yet again. SodaStream and bubly are bringing consumers a new way to enjoy the bubly bounce flavors they love from the comfort of home. bubly bounce for SodaStream is now available to purchase in three flavors: Triple Berry, Citrus Cherry and Blueberry Pomegranate. The drops, with 19mg of caffeine, no sweeteners, can be used to kickstart your day or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

Breakthru Beverage Group Names Stephanie J. Soto Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer

Breakthru Beverage Group, a leading North American beverage distributor with operations across the United States and Canada, announced that Stephanie J. Soto has been appointed to the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer. As a member of the company’s executive leadership team, Stephanie will be responsible for all aspects of Human Resources including the development of a diverse and multifunctional human capital strategy, end-to-end talent management, and labor and employee relations all enabling the on-going growth, productivity, and profitability of the company.  

Jel Sert Embraces Ecommerce, Co-Branded Innovations for Powdered Products

Since it first opened its doors in 1926, Jel Sert has never lost its focus on producing powdered drink mixes. Now, as the powdered beverage category experiences an upheaval through an influx of innovative functional brands, the Chicago-based company is turning to new brands and channels to fuel growth.

Russell’s Reserve Reintroduces Limited Run of Critically Acclaimed 13-Year-Old Bourbon

Straight out of the Commonwealth of Kentucky comes the highly-anticipated second release of Russell’s Reserve 13-Year-Old Bourbon, the oldest expression of the core range ever released by the fan-favorite Russell’s Reserve. Described as a “once in a lifetime bourbon” by world-renowned spirits critic and bourbon authority Fred Minnick, this extremely rare, high-age whiskey quickly sold out upon its initial release last year. Bourbon lovers can rejoice that this celebrated whiskey will return with a limited second release this July and will continue to be released in small quantities as part of an annual release series moving forward. 

Novo Fogo Cachaca Announces Jeremy Lenz as CFO/COO

Novo Fogo has appointed Jeremy Lenz as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer effective immediately. Lenz, who has been an investor in the company over the past several years, will be responsible for helping the Seattle-based company’s worldwide operations while providing financial stewardship during this period of accelerated growth.