Daily Briefing (Insiders Only): Beanless Brew Alternatives Ditch RTDs
It might seem like coffee brands are rushing to enter canned cold brew, but for “beanless” varieties, RTDs seem to be falling out of fashion.
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American Single Malt Whiskey Is Defined at Last, With Some Dispute
For the first time in over 50 years, a new American spirit category has been born. What's next for American single malt?
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Daily Briefing (Insiders Only): How NA Is Tapping The Cocktail Codex
Spindrift is just one of many emerging brands trying to extend its platform into mocktails without actually extending its platform in the traditional ways, like new sub-brands or specialty lines. But why?
Taste Radio: No Joke, This Comedian’s ‘Basic’ Brand Gives Modern Consumers What They Want
Being “basic” has long been a theme of Trey Kennedy’s popular standup routine and sketch comedy. He recently introduced the perfect pairing for his humor, Basic Cellars. In this episode, Trey talks about how the upstart wine brand presents itself as both an accessible and premium option and how he attempts to authentically incorporate the brand into his social media content.
Coke & Pepsi Embrace Prebiotic Pops; What Could Go Wrong?
The launch of another prebiotic soda isn’t such big news these days. But when Coca-Cola and Pepsi decide to weigh in – and do not (as has been much rumored) open up their checkbooks to do so – it’s kind of a big deal. We’re still awaiting further details on these, but in the meantime, we’ve got some thoughts.
Consumers Starting to Explore RTDs in the On-Premise
One-quarter of consumers who have visited the on-premise in the past three months have ordered a ready-to-drink cocktail (RTD) during that time, according to CGA, the on-premise arm of market research firm NIQ.
Taste Radio: Why Winners Win (And Will Continue To Do So)
The grind is real. And fun as heck. Exhausted, but buoyant, the hosts recap NOSH and BevNET’s just-concluded winter events and specifically highlight the three pitch slam competitions and how each respective winner successfully communicated the traction and potential for their brands.
Patco Brands, Producer of Rancho La Gloria, Invests in California Bottler
Patco Brands, the manufacturer of one of the leading wine-based ready-to-drink products and other private label brands, has made a strategic investment in Farfield, California-based Frank-Lin Distillers Products, the companies announced today.
Coca-Cola, Pepsi Preparing Prebiotic Soda Launches for 2025
The Coca-Cola Company and PepsiCo are each preparing to enter the explosive prebiotic soda category next year, BevNET has learned.
New Products: Stok Does Decaf, Cowbell Gets Hydrated
In this week’s new products roundup, Stok expands its cold brew portfolio with decaffeinated offerings, Cowbell ventures into the hydration set, and Tilray Brands unveils a cocktail-inspired line of THC beverages.
A Drink With…Sovereign Brands Founder Brett Berish
Sovereign Brands founder Brett Berish spoke with BevNET about his dynamic approach to brand-building, Pernod-Ricard’s minority investment and why connecting with music has led to a global reach for his brands.
FTC Sues Southern Glazer’s Over ‘Unlawful Price Discrimination’
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is suing Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits (SGWS), the nation’s largest alcohol distributor, over its pricing practices.
Distribution Roundup: ProBugs Crawl into Harris Teeter, Parch Hits H-E-B
Harris Teeter stores across the country will soon have some “bugs” crawling onto shelves: Leading U.S. kefir brand Lifeway Foods is launching its kid-friendly ProBugs Organic Kefir line into over 250 of the retailer’s stores.