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Something & Nothing Raises $1.8M to Support U.S. Growth

U.K.-based seltzer brand Something & Nothing announced today it has closed a $1.8 million (£1.5 million) funding round led by Rianta Capital to support its expansion in the U.S. this year. Founded in 2017 by Olly Dixon, a former creative director for CPG brands, and former Red Bull U.K. account manager Rupert Pugsley, Something & Nothing produces a line of low calorie flavored seltzers made with grape juice and lemon juice with no added sugar.

Lechia Launches Line of Organic, Zero-Sugar Chia & Flax and Macadamia Milk Offerings

Lechia, a brand dedicated to nutrient-packed, dairy alternatives, launched with a line of organic, high-quality, zero-sugar chia and flax and macadamia milk offerings. Founded by industry veterans Kristin Palmer and Christina Goga, Lechia milks are crafted in Brooklyn and are available in four flavors: Chia & Flax Milk Vanilla, Macadamia Milk Original, Macadamia Milk Unsweetened, Macadamia Milk Vanilla. 

Citing Inflationary Pressures, Chobani Retreats From Dairy Milk

The Greek yogurt maker has abruptly exited the dairy milk business, announcing on Tuesday that it will cease production on its refrigerated Ultra-Filtered Milk, which debuted nationally in February in Whole, Reduced Fat (2%), Skim and Chocolate varieties.

waterdrop Launches Collaboration With Model Adriana Lima

What if “drinking more water” was the simple foundation of a healthy lifestyle? This April, Adriana Lima partnered with waterdrop to encourage people to prioritize their hydration and to hit their daily goals with the creation of a Limited Edition sustainable water bottle.

Marquis Launches Its First New Flavor As Rebrand Drives Triple-Digit Growth

Marquis, the innovative beverage brand on a mission to change the way consumers drink caffeine, unveiled its newest flavor, Lychee Peach, to elevate its tri-blend, caffeinated beverage lineup. After launching a successful rebrand in January, the brand’s top retailer saw growth of 296% in the first quarter. Marquis expanded its lineup of unique flavor combinations to meet consumer demand and cater to its explosive growth in 2022.

Taste Radio: From ‘Top Chef’ To PLNTs To NFTs, Spike Mendelsohn Is Constantly Cooking

In this episode, we’re joined by Spike Mendelsohn, the acclaimed chef, restaurateur and co-founder of better-for-you fast food chain PLNT Burger and sustainable snack brand Eat The Change. Mendelsohn is also immersed in the nascent world of NFTs as the co-creator of CHFTY Pizza, a Web3 community that connects chefs with foodies and fans.

Marketing: MTN DEW Flamin’ Hot Goes to ‘Hell’; Ripple Encourages Consumers to “Moove Over,”; C4 Energy Partners with Comedian Kevin Hart

In this marketing roundup, MTN DEW Flamin’ Hot makes a fiery return and is named the official drink of Hell (Michigan), C4 Energy teams up with Kevin Hart, Gatorade scores with top athletes Damian Lillard and Ryan Garcia and Ripple encourages consumers to “Moove Over” to its plant-based milk. Plus, GNGR Labs debuts its first TV commercial and Pure Leaf launches its lower-sugar teas with a reimagined tune.

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Reaches Goal of Planting or Protecting One Million Trees Across the Country

Bulleit Frontier Whiskey met its goal of planting one million trees in partnership with forestry innovation leader, American Forests, three years ahead of schedule. Together, Bulleit and American Forests have successfully restored more than 2,000 acres of forest landscapes in several states preserving the forests' ability to mitigate climate change, clean water and provide a home for wildlife.

Culture Pop Soda Releases Two New Fruity Flavors

After nearly two years since its launch, the fruity, fizzy, slightly spiced and gutsy, Boston-based probiotic soda brand, Culture Pop, released two new flavors this month - Lemon Lime & Cardamom and Strawberry & Rhubarb. They are both available online on the brand’s website and are rolling out to stores throughout this spring and summer.

VIDE Launches into TAO Group Venues in Las Vegas

VIDE Beverages, a premium ready-to-drink alcoholic beverage brand based out of New York has launched the brand into all Tao Group Hospitality venues in Las Vegas, Nevada. The recent expansion into these accounts comes off sizable growth within Las Vegas itself, aligning with key properties, hospitality groups, and retailers.

Flow Beverage Corp. Publishes Sustainability Report, Launches EcoCart to Make Online Purchases Carbon-Neutral

Flow Beverage Corp. (TSX:FLOW) (OTC:FLWBF) (“Flow”), celebrated Earth Day by announcing the publication of its first Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (“SASB”) Report covering Flow’s 2021 fiscal year. SASB is one of the most widely accepted voluntary public disclosure frameworks that provides transparent and relevant corporate responsibility information to investors and other key stakeholders.