Reviews: Spindrift SODA, S. Pellegrino CIAO!, Not Beer, Shonen
This week's roundup of new product reviews is all about bubbles, in the guise of modern sodas from Shonen and Spindrift, plus flavored sparkling waters from S. Pellegrino and Not Beer.
News
CPG Week: Spindrift Soda and Alani Nu Acquisition
The CPG Week team discusses the launch of a new soda line from sparkling water maker Spindrift just a month after its sale to a private equity group. Then, the group digs into the details of Celsius Holdings’ $1.8 billion acquisition of competitor Alani Nu and examines how the deal could impact distribution in the energy drink category as well as what the sale spells for prior owner (and PRIME maker) Congo Brands.
Big Deal: The Most Important Beverage Transactions, 2024
Even in a tough year, beverage brands that were able to show organic growth were also able to find investors willing to back expansion. Investors remained interested in the energy drink and modern soda categories, as well as protein-enhanced drinks and NA Beer.
Vita Coco: Inventory Recovery Fuels Q4
Vita Coco announced it had recovered from supply chain challenges in Q3 with 20% net sales growth year-over-year in Q4 and a gross margin improvement of 2% for the full year.
RNDC CEO Out After Losing Major Suppliers in California
The CEO of Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is out this morning following the distributor’s loss of two major suppliers in the country’s largest spirits market.
Elevator Talk: Kombuchade, Sky Barn, Dice Provisions, Grind with Gratitude
Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Dr. Sebastian Dreher, the Venture Manager - North America for DöhlerGroup, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Who Will Win The Billion-Dollar Adult Non-Alc Market?
Glancing at the adult non-alc (ANA) section of a store, most drinkers aspiring to moderate for the first time likely won’t find brands they recognize. They might prefer it that way.
KDP: U.S. Refreshment Beverages Boost Q4 Earnings Amid Coffee Declines
KDP reported today a 5.2% year-over-year net sales increase to $4.1 billion in Q4, driven by segment growth in U.S. refreshment beverages and international markets despite dragging from an ongoing decline in U.S. coffee sales.
Taste Radio: The Rockstar Entrepreneur. How Sammy Hagar Is Building His Next $100M Brand.
Sammy Hagar’s passion for tequila runs deep. But the iconic rock star, best known for his time as the frontman of Van Halen, has an even deeper commitment to earning and preserving the trust of his fans. Santo Spirits is where those two worlds meet.
Halfday Unveils ‘Mature And Modern’ New Look
Canned iced tea Halfday has unveiled a packaging refresh intended to bring a more mature look to the brand's appearance and better message its better-for-you attributes to consumers.
Brown-Forman Shifts From RNDC to Reyes Beverage Group In California
Brown-Forman is ditching Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) for evolving total-beverage distributor Reyes Beverage Group in California.
A Drink With … Todd Bellomy of Farthest Star Sake
For the past three years, Farthest Star Sake has been taking curious drinkers on flavor expeditions as the only sake brewery and taproom in New England.
Más+ by Messi Joins Inter Miami CF Team of Star Sponsors
Inter Miami's fast-growing family of beverage partners includes Splendor, Flow, Celsius, 100 Coconuts, Ketel One and now Más+ by Messi.
Spindrift Launches Better-For-You SODA Line
The SODA line is launching with five flavors, including a few that look to step off the beaten path of offerings by mainstream soda brands: Concord Freeze, Ginger Ale, Orange Cream Float, Shirley Temple and Strawberry Shortcake.