Aperity, Inc., an innovative provider of data management and analytic solutions for supply chain partners, today announced that Beverage Alcohol industry veteran Mario Gutierrez has joined the team as Vice…
Rowdy Mermaid Kombucha announced today it has raised an additional $3.5 million from investment firm KarpReilly in a “second and final tranche” of its Series A funding round, bringing the total financing to $7 million. In February 2019, KarpReilly led the Colorado-based brand’s initial Series A round and co-founder Allan Karp joined Rowdy Mermaid’s board of directors.
Costa Brava Cocktails, a startup division of LazKap Beverages Inc., launches its innovative line of zero sugar, zero carbs premium vodka canned cocktails in Southern California. Costa Brava Cocktails will initially feature two flavors: Lemon Drop and Vodka Cranberry.
Matt Plitch, founder of sustainable dairy brand Neutral, envisions carbon neutral food and beverage as the next big food movement. As a “global food revolution” in line with the recent rise of veganism, he sees a future in which grocery stores will have a carbon neutral aisle and “neutralists” can shop for products with net-zero carbon emissions.
The Bardstown Bourbon Company, 1500 Parkway Drive, recently broke ground on its new bottling facility, adjacent to the distillery and recently opened Visitors Center. The 47,000 square foot development will enable the team to bottle hundreds of thousands of cases of distilled spirits per year and is projected to generate 25 new jobs upon its completion in spring 2021.
Idaho-based canned cocktail company, Boozie, in partnership with Hayden Beverage, will donate $2 for each can of Boozie purchased at participating retailers starting June 1, 2020. Donations will go to the Boozie Cocktails For COVID-19 Idaho Relief Fund, pledging up to $60,000. Funds will support local registered nurses who are facing the frontlines of the pandemic.
The thirteenth round of Elevator Talk Livestream features leaders from Full Bar, Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Water, Recoup Beverage, Favor and more. This week's special co-host is Nicole Dawes, the founder of Late July and Nixie Sparkling Water.
Becky Harris, co-founder and chief distiller of Catoctin Creek Distilling Company, has been appointed the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) President of the Board of Directors. Harris has served as a member of the Board of Directors since last May, where she was charged with appointing leadership to its governing committees.
Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS) has launched its highly-anticipated Private Release Whiskey Series. Each batch features a unique blend based around Barrell’s 18-year-old stocks of Kentucky Whiskey, which were then finished in a secondary barrel or cask.
Dr. Stoner’s Herb Infused Spirits announced the launch of their small batch craft made spirits brands in the state of California with the distributor, Fat & Happy Beverages.
Boston-based functional shot brand DrinkTru has secured $1.5 million in new funding, founder James McNamara told BevNET last week. According to founder Jack McNamara, the company had been in talks over a potential investment with a venture capital partner for about four months before they pulled out in March, requiring the brand to quickly change gears.
Source Atlantique, a leading specialty food distributor, is excited to announce a new partnership with BEEBAD, a natural and innovative energy drink fueled by honey and other healthful ingredients.
Waterloo names three new hires as the brand shifts focus; The Alkaline Water Company names director of operations; Regatta Craft Mixers adds four new members to marketing and sales teams; Alan Murray named chairman of the board at Sambazon; Brian Pear joins PUSH Agency as CMO.
SOS Hydration, a California-based maker of electrolyte drink mixes, is the latest powdered beverage brand to take the leap to liquid, announcing today it will launch a ready-to-drink enhanced water line this summer. The line features Citrus, Fruit Punch, Mango and Watermelon flavors and will retail for $2.48 per 16.9 oz. bottle.
