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Distribution Roundup: VYBES, Day One Bring CBD to San Diego

Having built its core business in Southern California, functional beverage brand VYBES is now aiming to capture one of the region’s biggest markets; Also, Angry Angel makes its debut in Publix, Rowdy Energy expands nationwide with 7-Eleven, and Wilfred's Non-Alcoholic Aperitif launches in the U.S.

James Bay Distillers Expands Wholesale to Illinois

Everett, Wash. — James Bay Distillers announced that it has expanded its wholesale availability in Illinois through Liberation Distribution, “LibDib,” in Chicago. The company currently sells a select number of…

J.M. Smucker Co. Divests From Natural Beverages, Grains

The J.M. Smucker Company continued to cull its CPG brand portfolio today with the announcement of an agreement to sell its natural and organic beverage and grains business to venture group Nexus Capital Management in a cash deal valued at around $110 million.

Sparkling Ice Announces Charity Winners Of $150,000 Donation Through New Holiday Initiative

Talking Rain Beverage Company, the maker of Sparkling Ice beverages, announced the three winning charities of its latest give-back initiative, Cheers to Giving, a holiday campaign created to celebrate non-profits making a difference in their communities.  This fall, the brand called on Sparkling Ice fans to nominate their favorite 501c3 non-profit for a chance to be selected as one of three recipients of a $50,000 donation from Talking Rain.

HINE Cognac Debuts U.S. Release of Cigar Reserve XO

SAN FRANCISCO — World renowned producer of fine cognac, the House of HINE announces the U.S. release of HINE Cigar Reserve XO, a rich and distinctive cognac crafted to sip…

Sparkling Cannabis Rosé Launches In Northern California

Cannabis beverage expert and Certified Specialist of Wine, Jamie Evans, announced the upcoming availability for the nation’s first French-inspired nonalcoholic cannabis-infused sparkling wine blend from Herbacée, pronounced er-ba-cee.

Proof No More Sparks Curiosity, Exploration Through Non-Alcoholic Beverages

Proof No More is proud to announce the launch of its new online store offering low- and no-alcohol beverages directly to consumers. The growing beverage category attracts consumers who are mindful of their health and wellness and seek the flavors they love without the alcohol.