Non-Alc Beverage Makes Modest Sales Gain; Energy Drinks Decelerate
Stronger volumes and softer pricing growth helped modestly accelerate non-alcoholic beverage growth during the two-week period ended July 26.
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A Royal Sip: Buckingham Palace Now Sells RTDs
Feel like enjoying a gin and tonic fit for royalty? Now you can, with Buckingham Palace's new ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail.
Six More States Move to Block Soda from SNAP
The campaign to remove unhealthy junk food from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits has claimed further victories as six more states have agreed to ban the purchase of soda and other sugary products with government waivers.
Spirits Distribution: SGWS Signs Owen’s Mixers, Reyes Grows Spirits Book
Summer distribution shakeups include new portfolio additions for Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, a big whiskey name moving to a wine distributor, and the continued spirits glow-up for Reyes Beverage Group in California.
New RTD Cocktails From BeatBox, Lone River, Tip Top and More
This latest roundup of summer ready-to-drink releases includes new takes on the espresso martini from a Bachelor contestant, malty collaborations from Tip Top, a soju cocktail refresh, and a vodka-spiked sun tea from Owl’s Brew. Here are a few of the newest cocktails on the shelf.
Danone Is Trying To Buy Lifeway, Again
The clock is ticking on a potential acquisition by Danone of kefir category leader Lifeway, as the French dairy giant is pressuring company leadership to again discuss a deal that has already been attempted twice in the past year.
What UNFI’s New Merchandising Service Fee Means for Brands
Wholesale distributor UNFI announced this month that it will begin charging suppliers a new fee for planogram and shelf execution.
Premier Protein Powers BellRing in FY Q3, Though Outlook Narrows
Premier Protein’s stronger-than-expected ecommerce performance helped drive growth at BellRing Brands in FY Q3, as net sales increased 6% to over $540 million, according to an earnings statement from the company released Tuesday morning.
Black Rifle: Revenue Spikes but Profits Misfire in Q2 Earnings Report
Bolstered by a recent $35 million capital raise, Black Rifle Coffee Company posted double-digit net revenue growth for its wholesale business in its Q2 2025 earnings report on Tuesday morning, but rising coffee prices proved tumultuous.
Taste Radio: People First, Tacos Second. The Culture That Built Torchy’s.
Mike Rypka, the founder of revered fast-casual chain Torchy’s Tacos, opens up about the humble beginnings of the company and how deliberate growth has helped preserve its identity and quality. He also talks about why “clean, craveable food” is the key to customer retention and how his personal struggles shaped a company culture rooted in redemption and opportunity.
PRIME Lawsuit Dismissed; ‘Smidgen’ More Caffeine Immaterial, Judge Rules
A New York Southern District court judge’s ruling last week dismissed a class action suit against Prime alleging the brand’s energy drinks contained more than the listed 200 mg of caffeine per 12 oz can.
Uncle Nearest Fires Back: Ex-CFO Allegedly Behind Debt Claims, Calls Receivership ‘Unwarranted’
Uncle Nearest is firing back at the lender seeking control of the whiskey company’s operations for allegedly failing to pay its debts.
Pabst Shakes Up C-Suite; Replaces CEO, CFO; Appoints 1st Phorm Exec to Top Role
Pabst Brewing is making changes to its c-suite, including the appointment of Greig DeBow as CEO, effective August 11. DeBow succeeds Paul Chibe, who had been in the CEO role since December 2021.
Owl’s Brew Returns to Hard Tea Roots As Category Booms
Hard tea is all the rage right now, but one ready-to-drink (RTD) company has been championing the style since 2013.