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Distribution Roundup: JUST Water Goes Chainwide in Target

JUST Water Goes Chainwide in Target; Daytrip Expands in New York and New Jersey; Bimble Partners with Gotham Brands; Olipop Launches Ecommerce; Hoist Adds New Retailers, Tests Launches in Hy-Vee and Target; SOS Hydration Goes Chainwide in CVS; Hellowater Adds Target; Brio! Adds Whole Foods

Elevator Talk: Shot X Aims to Detox Your Liver

Yash Kankaria is the Chief Growth Office for Shot X, a company aiming to help consumers live healthier lifestyles through daily supplement shots. The brand’s first product is a shot made with curcumin, the active ingredient extracted from turmeric root, which Kankaria states helps destroy toxins in the liver.

Tamworth Distilling Launches Graverobber Limited-Edition Rye Whiskey

This October, Tamworth Distilling & Mercantile, known for their boundary pushing use of ingredients and one-of-a-kind spirits, introduces a chilling new release: a spirit with a spirit, and a liquid so sinisterly delicious, it could only be called, Graverobber

Nuun Debuts Award Supporting Women in Sport

A new award by the functional hydration company Nuun is creating more opportunities for women in sport to pursue their athletic aspirations.

Health-Ade Introduces Grape Vibes

Health-Ade, the bubbly, delicious kombucha you can feel good about drinking is launching Grape Vibes, a bold new SKU that is both delicious and innovative, boasting a fresh new design.

Andy Malloy Named Picnik CEO

Andy Malloy, the former CEO of sweets maker Hail Merry, has joined butter coffee brand Picnik as CEO, the company told BevNET this week. Malloy replaces Picnik’s founder, Naomi Seifter, who stepped down as the brand’s chief executive in September.

Beverages Are in the Spotlight at Anuga 2019

Anuga, the world’s leading food fair for the retail trade, along with the foodservice and catering markets, will open its doors October 5, and run thru October 9, in Cologne, Germany.

Phoodie Marketing Launches Two Sister Agencies

Phoodie Marketing founder, Sam Miller, is excited to announce the addition of two sister agencies – Brandify Inc. and Space Pilot – as a strategic push to further corner the evolving food and beverage marketplace.

Taste Radio Ep. 182: ‘The Key To This Game Is Surrounding Yourself With People You Really Trust’

Greg Vetter, the co-founder/CEO of organic dressing brand Tessemae’s, spoke about the huge wins and unexpected losses from his first decade in business. He also explained why his “positively intense” approach is not for everyone, the dangers of bad employees and advisors, and why he believes that “the key to this game is surrounding yourself with people that you really trust.”

Stonewall Kitchen Completes Vermont Village Acquisition

Leading specialty food producer Stonewall Kitchen announced that it has completed its previously-announced acquisition of the Vermont Village brand of Organic Apple Sauces and Apple Cider Vinegar products

WeHo Bev Co. Launches CBD-Infused Chaser Drink

WeHo Bev Co., a Los Angeles based, wellness-centered beverage startup, announces the launch of its first brand 'Chaser,' a distinctive, zero-calorie, sugar-free, cocktail mixer and chaser, infused with electrolytes and Hemp CBD.