Amid Competition, Online Marketplace Hubba Shuts Down
Pioneering e-marketplace Hubba announced last week it would cease operations, cutting brands off from a popular way to introduce and supply their products to small, independent retailers.
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Pepsi Launches Kids Water Drink Frutly
The three-SKU line, available in Strawberry Kiwi, Fruit Punch and Apple Grape flavors, is aimed at “providing teens with flavorful hydration” and vitamins, according to the company.
As Rivals Reset, Harmless Harvest Aims to Deepen Presence in Premium Coconut Beverages
With the two leaders having firmly established themselves as shelf-stable, mass-market products, Harmless has been steadily expanding its presence on the premium refrigerated side of the category, which continued last month with the launch of a new coconut smoothie drink.
LiveWire Drinks Canned Craft Cocktail Line Launches in Texas
LiveWire Drinks, the canned craft cocktail line from seasoned LA-based bartender Aaron Polsky, is pleased to announce its launch in Texas.
X2 Performance Taps Jim Block as Vice President of Sales
Jim Block joins X2 Performance, the rapidly growing natural sports supplement and energy drink brand backed by NBA All-Star Kawhi Leonard as Vice President, Retail Sales. X2 recently launched nationally…
Road to Recovery: Startups Seek to Reshape ‘Hangover’ Drink Category
In the forever war against fatigue, dehydration and the general malaise of hangovers, the rules of engagement are starting to change. We caught up with four young brands that are refining their approach to the hangover recovery space with different approaches and growth strategies.
New Riff Distilling Releases 15-Year-Old Bourbon to Benefit Restaurant Relief Funds
New Riff Distilling will release close to 900 bottles of a 15-year-old straight bourbon whiskey in early spring, with all profits benefiting relief funds for bar, restaurant and service industry workers in Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati.
8-Ball Chocolate Whiskey Announces Partnership Deal with Maloof Family
8-Ball Premium Chocolate Whiskey, America’s first 100% all-natural, chocolate blended bourbon whiskey is excited to announce a financial and strategic partnership deal with the Maloof family, who have deep Las Vegas roots and a long and successful history both in business and sports ownership.
The Industrial Spirit Company Releases Blue Velvet Bourbon
Blue Velvet Bourbon joins the line-up of Structural Vodka and Ornamental Gin. In a short nine-months since opening its doors the company has released three beautifully crafted spirits.
Catoctin Creek Distilling Company to Release Annual Rabble Rouser Bottled in Bond Rye Whisky
Catoctin Creek Distilling Co., The Virginia Rye Whisky, is releasing its annual Rabble Rouser Bottled in Bond Rye Whisky on Monday, Feb. 8. One of Catoctin Creek’s most sought-after whiskys, owners Scott and Becky Harris are excited to offer over 100 cases nationwide, which is double what was available last year.
Blue Stripes Urban Cacao Now Available in Erewhon and Select Whole Foods Locations
NEW YORK – Blue Stripes Urban Cacao, the consumer wellness brand utilizing the underrated cacao fruit, announces its revolutionary, first-of-its-kind Cacao Water is now available at Erewhon and select Whole…
Solabia-Algatech Nutrition Launches Astaxanthin Powder Concepts For Supplements and Beverages
Kibbutz Ketura, Israel — As consumer behavior and lifestyle have dramatically changed in the past 12 months, Solabia-Algatech Nutrition offers new astaxanthin solutions for today’s dietary supplements and beverage concepts.…
Spirit Works Distillery Announces Krystal Goulart as Head Distiller
The team at Northern California’s acclaimed Spirit Works Distillery, named “2020 Distillery of the Year” by the American Distilling Institute (ADI), announces the promotion of Krystal Goulart to the helm of its award-winning distilling program.
Aurora Superior Sparkling Launches Hops Beverage Line
Portland, Ore. – Plant-forward beverage company, Aurora Superior Sparkling Beverages, announced today the launch of its newest elevated offering – Aurora Hops, a line of non-alcoholic sparkling beverages infused with…