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Death & Co. Makes First CPG Play with RTD Cocktail Launch

When Death & Co. opened its first bar in 2006, it rapidly established itself as one of the premiere names in the modern craft cocktail movement through its innovative approach to creating new drinks. Now, the company is hoping to do the same in the emerging RTD cocktail category with its first retail consumer product: a line of canned libations, which launched this month.

Taste Radio: There’s Nothing Like Doing This Live. Plus, ‘Lofti’ Goals And A Spirit’s Revival.

On the cusp of our Winter 2021 events, Taste Radio’s hosts discussed the speaker agendas for NOSH Live and BevNET Live and highlighted several notable new brands and products, including wellness shots, vegan snacks, an innovative “shimmering sparkling water,” and the largest peanut butter cup in the world. We also feature an interview with Dave Carpenter, who is the master blender for Redemption Whiskey, a brand promoted as “leading rye’s revival” in the U.S..

BevNET Live Winter 2021 is One Week Away; 600+ Registered

BevNET Live Winter 2021 is just 7 days away! Hundreds of beverage industry professionals, including brand founders, investors, distributors and retailers, are already signed up for the event, which is being held on Dec. 6 and 7 at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in Santa Monica, Calif.

Oaza Partners With BitPay To Accept Cryptocurrency Payments

Oaza Beverages, a healthy better-for-you cold brew coffee company, announced that they will start accepting cryptocurrency as a form of payment for their innovative line of cold brew products. Payments will be accepted via BitPay, the world’s largest provider of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency payment services. 

14 Whiskeys That Are Ready For Winter

As the winter months begin to set in, whiskey makers are lining up to welcome the season with the introduction of a variety of limited-edition, innovative expressions perfect for Hot Toddy’s and warm cider cocktails. Looking for something less traditional? New Hampshire-based Tamworth distillery took seasonal spirits one step further with the launch of two new expressions: a turkey flavored and a venison flavored whiskey.

10 New Beverage Launches Heading Into the Holidays

Heading into the long Thanksgiving weekend, beverage brands are looking to serve up new products for consumers during the holiday season. In this roundup, we highlight recent releases from the past two weeks including gift packs, limited releases and wintery flavor launches, alongside new entrants in the RTD cocktail and CBD categories.

Gatorade’s Propel Plans Further Push into Immunity Line

More than simply bringing new consumers into the brand family, the success of Propel Immune Support thus far has served to reorient the company’s growth strategy around functional beverages, both within the line and beyond.

BlueTriton Acquires Saratoga Spring Water Co. To Go “National, Upscale”

BlueTriton Brands, Inc., the company formed to purchase the Nestlé Waters North America (NWNA) portfolio of domestic brands, is growing its roster of natural spring waters with the acquisition of Saratoga Spring Water Company (SSWC). Financial terms of the deal were not released.

Evy Tea Rebrands, Pivots to Cans

Boston-based Evy Tea is introducing a new identity for its ready-to-drink cold brew teas, changing the brand name to simply “Evy” and rolling out new packaging with updated label designs in 12 oz. aluminum cans.

Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills Launches New Canned Whiskey Cocktails

Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills, the California distiller of award-winning craft spirits, introduces its NEW line of ready-to-drink (RTD) canned cocktails at WhiskeyFest in San Francisco, joining their lineup of spirits sold throughout the state.

Flaviar Features Martha Stewart In A New Holiday Campaign

In a specially released video that will be promoted across media platforms, Martha Stewart shares the recipe to her favorite eggnog, a richly indulgent cocktail that’s the perfect treat to serve your loved ones while entertaining this holiday season.