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Splash Beverage Group Extends Distribution of TapouT in Arizona with 86 Retail Locations

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Splash Beverage Group, Inc. (NYSE American: SBEV) (“Splash” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of leading beverage brands, announced that it has extended the distribution of TapouT through agreements with three separate convenience store chains across Arizona.  All four SKUs of TapouT Performance Drinks will now be available in CobbleStone AutoSpa locations, Carioca Convenience Stores and all of the 4-Sons Convenience Store locations.

Select Aperitivo Debuts Spritz Kit Gift Packs in Partnership with La Marca Prosecco Select Aperitivo Debuts Spritz Kit Gift Packs in Partnership with La Marca Prosecco

Select Aperitivo Debuts Spritz Kit Gift Packs in Partnership with La Marca Prosecco

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The spritz is the quintessential drink of summer, and to welcome the warmer months, Select Aperitivo is partnering with La Marca Prosecco to offer the Select Spritz Gift Pack. The bright, bittersweet and bold flavors of Select Aperitivo, mixed with the fresh fruit aromas of La Marca Prosecco, combine to make a stunning and delicious Select Spritz. Available in key markets beginning July 15, the gift pack includes one bottle of Select Aperitivo alongside one bottle of La Marca Prosecco and one branded Select Spritz glass, in an eye-catching ruby red gift pack priced at $27.99. 

EARI Beverage Group Acquires Original New York Seltzer EARI Beverage Group Acquires Original New York Seltzer

EARI Beverage Group Acquires Original New York Seltzer

by Brad Avery,

Entertainment Arts Research Inc. (EARI Beverage Group), a diversified beverage and media group, announced today it has acquired Original New York Seltzer LLC and its production arm, LA Bottle Works Inc., for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 1981, Original New York Seltzer produces a line of mid-calorie craft sodas made with cane sugar and no artificial coloring and packaged in 10 oz. glass bottles.

AB Biotek and Country Malt Group Connect on Distilling Distribution Deal

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AB Biotek – a business division of AB Mauri created in March 2017 – and Country Malt Group (CMG) have formed a new agreement providing yeast for distilled spirits producers in the North America marketplace. Effective today, Country Malt Group will begin distributing an existing portfolio of AB Biotek distillers yeast under the Pinnacle brand.

Cooper Spirits Introduces Oldest Straight Rye Whiskey: Lock Stock & Barrel 21-Year Cooper Spirits Introduces Oldest Straight Rye Whiskey: Lock Stock & Barrel 21-Year

Cooper Spirits Introduces Oldest Straight Rye Whiskey: Lock Stock & Barrel 21-Year

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The Cooper Spirits Co., an independent producer of innovative, integrity-driven spirits, announced Lock Stock & Barrel 21-Year Straight Rye Whiskey, the fifth release in the celebrated Lock Stock & Barrel series. This new product is the oldest and most intensely flavorful straight rye whiskey currently available on the market, trumping its predecessor the Lock Stock & Barrel 20-Year Straight Rye Whiskey.

818 Tequila Announces Global Expansion with ChinaBev LLC Partnership 818 Tequila Announces Global Expansion with ChinaBev LLC Partnership

818 Tequila Announces Global Expansion with ChinaBev LLC Partnership

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818 Tequila, the award-winning sustainable tequila brand founded by Kendall Jenner, announced its expansion into China through a partnership with ChinaBev LLC, China’s leading independent importer and distributor of foreign spirits brands. 

CPG Veteran James Harris Joins Positive Beverage as EVP Sales for North America as Growth Capital Round Opens

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Citing recent growth and expansion into over 500 new accounts per quarter in 2022, Positive Beverage is pleased to announce James Harris, as the brand's new Executive Vice President of Sales. James brings a focused sales tactic and bold vision for the company to elevate and accelerate the growth of the brand. “We're thrilled to have James join our SoCal leadership team as we expand both reach and offerings to consumers as we position the brand for an exciting 2023 ahead,” says Zach Muchnick, Founder of Positive Beverage.

Alkaline Water Co.: New CEO Pledges Strategic Changes After Losses Dampen Record Revenue Alkaline Water Co.: New CEO Pledges Strategic Changes After Losses Dampen Record Revenue

Alkaline Water Co.: New CEO Pledges Strategic Changes After Losses Dampen Record Revenue

by Brad Avery,

The Alkaline Water Company, maker of the Alkaline88 bottled water brand, announced record revenue of $60.6 million in its full fiscal year 2022 earnings report last week, up 32% year-over-year for the 52-weeks ending March 31. However, the growth was accompanied by substantial net losses of $39.4 million, prompting the company to highlight plans to reduce costs and ensure profitability in the future.

BioSteel Inks Deal with Toronto Blue Jays’ Alek Manoah

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BioSteel Sports Nutrition Inc. ("BioSteel") announced an all-star addition to #TeamBioSteel with the signing of Alek Manoah, pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays. A strong advocate for BioSteel, Manoah knows the importance of clean hydration to elite play on the mound. Manoah will be promoting BioSteel through events, social media, trade marketing, and more as he continues to support his daily hydration routine with the brand's lineup of zero sugar sports drinks.

Limestone Branch Distillery Announces 2022 Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Limestone Branch Distillery Announces 2022 Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Limestone Branch Distillery Announces 2022 Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Limestone Branch Distillery Master Distiller Stephen Beam announced the upcoming release of 2022 Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Featuring a delicately balanced blend of 7-year, 15-year and 16-year aged bourbons hand-selected by Beam and aged in Marsala Superiore casks, the latest expression of Yellowstone Limited Edition will begin to be available in September with a suggested retail price of $99.99 per 750ml bottle. 

Introducing Bok Gin, Infused with Korean Botanicals Made in California Introducing Bok Gin, Infused with Korean Botanicals Made in California

Introducing Bok Gin, Infused with Korean Botanicals Made in California

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California-distilled Bok Gin has launched in the U.S., produced by Frijolotes, LLC, importer and wholesaler of Mezcal La Jicarita. Bok Gin has a hint of traditional juniper flavor, but gets its essence (and name) from Korea. Bok, which means lucky in Korean, is a unique blend of flavors that is a true distillation of East and West.

Cheers Creates Multivitamin for People Who Drink

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Cheers, the leading brand in alcohol-related health, recently announced the launch of Multi, the first-ever multivitamin created specifically with drinkers in mind. It has all the benefits of a standard multivitamin, while focusing on the unique metabolic demands that stem from alcohol consumption. By doing so, it helps bridge this specific nutritional gap to support overall health and wellness — especially for those who drink more than twice a week.

Lipton Iced Tea and GRAMMY Award-Winning Artist T-Pain aka ‘Cousin are Throwing the Ultimate Block Party to Celebrate Community Service

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Block parties have long been a staple of communities across the country, a way for neighbors to come together and connect over music, food, and their own local legends. This summer, Lipton Iced Tea and award-winning hitmaker T-Pain are joining forces to celebrate the power of community and giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get the ultimate block party in their hometown - hosted by "Cousin T" (aka GRAMMY Award-Winning Artist T-Pain) himself.