NessAlla Kombucha Revived Post-Bankruptcy
After declaring bankruptcy last year, Wisconsin-based NessAlla Kombucha has been acquired and revamped by newly formed Upside Beverage Co.
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Dashfire RTD Cocktails And Hard Coffees Expand Distribution To New York, Wisconsin, And Alaska
Dashfire, a family-owned bitters and cocktail company based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, is pleased to announce expansion of their ready-to-drink cocktails and hard coffees to three additional states: New York, Wisconsin, and Alaska.
Canción Tequila, An Ultra-Premium Tequila Line, Expands Distribution To Minnesota
Canción Tequila, an ultra-premium tequila line, announces exciting re-brand launch plans and will begin distributing Canción Tequila, formerly Roger Clyne's Mexican Moonshine Tequila, product throughout the state of Minnesota.
Tropical Distillers To Open Brand New Distillery & Premium Brand Experience
Miami-based company Tropical Distillers is thrilled to announce they are opening the only distillery in the City of Miami towards the latter part of the year which will produce their J.F. Haden’s Craft Liqueurs. Located in the heart of the up-and-coming, Allapattah neighborhood at 2141 NW 10th Avenue, the distillery will offer guests a one-of-a-kind premium liqueur brand experience just steps away from the famous Wynwood Arts District.
“The Opportunity is Real”: Breaking Down Vita Coco’s Potential IPO Buzz
Amid a wave of food and beverage companies going public, Vita Coco parent All Market Inc. is the latest to receive buzz about a potential IPO. Earlier this month, Bloomberg reported that the company is potentially planning to list shares as early as the third quarter with a potential valuation of more than $2 billion.
Sweet Grass Vodka Announces Partnership With InterContinental Beverage Capital
Charleston based Sweet Grass Vodka, a leading craft spirits, innovation company, announced that InterContinental Beverage Capital will join its team and take a minority ownership position in the company.
Darryl McNally Revives Limavady Irish Whiskey
Darryl McNally, Master Distiller, and descendant of the Limavady Distillery’s 18th century operators, is leading the revitalization of the historic brand, pulling it into the 21st century and propelling it onto a global stage.
Taste Radio: Why Staying ‘Fiercely Independent’ Helped Amy’s Kitchen Become A $600M Brand
Amy’s Kitchen co-founders Andy and Rachel Berliner spoke about how they’ve maintained their vision and focus for the prepared food brand over the years, how a retirement-aged accountant became the company’s most significant hire, why they are extremely patient when it comes to new product development and why their happiness has never been tied to financial gain.
Kali Uchis Stars In New 1800 Cristalino Tequila Campaign
1800 Tequila, the world’s most-awarded tequila line, debuts a cinematographic campaign for new 1800 Cristalino Tequila, displaying two GRAMMY-winners: singer-songwriter and brand ambassador Kali Uchis and director Jenn Nkiru
Report: Growth Accelerates In The Specialty Food And Beverage Industry Despite The Pandemic
The growth of the specialty food industry over the past year was primarily driven by products used for at-home cooking and baking as consumers looked to make easy meals and indulgent treats as lockdowns carried into the new year. In a recent report published by the Specialty Food Association (SFA) with research from SPINS and IRI, the SFA predicts that these categories will continue to lead growth in the industry as cooking at home becomes more habitual to consumers.
Nielsen: Non-Alc Beverage Sales Remain ‘Broadly Elevated’
As the industry continues to lap last year’s heightened pandemic-driven retail sales, non-alcoholic beverage sales remained “broadly elevated” in the two-week period ending June 19, according to an analysis of Nielsen data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research.
Distill Ventures Launches ‘Pre-Accelerator’ Aimed at Boosting Diversity in Spirits
As part of a process intended to increase diversity within the alcoholic beverage industry, Diageo-backed spirits investment group Distill Ventures has announced the launch of a Pre-Accelerator program dedicated to supporting early stage founders from underrepresented demographic groups.
Seagram’s 7 American Blended Whiskey And Comedian Iliza Shlesinger Team Up To Show Support For Small Businesses With New Campaign
In time for National Dive Bar Day this summer, Seagram's 7 Crown American Blended Whiskey is raising a glass to small businesses, including dive bars, across the country by teaming up with actor and comedian, Iliza Shlesinger, to launch the brand's new "Keep the Dive Alive" campaign.
Sorel Liqueur Relaunches This Summer
Sorel Liqueur, a modern twist on a Caribbean classic, announces its relaunch following an investment from the Uncle Nearest Venture Fund. The recently established $50 million fund is intended to help Black-owned companies achieve their goals in the competitive spirits market.