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New Riff Distilling Expands Distribution to Michigan

NEWPORT, Ky. — New Riff Distilling, an independently-owned distillery in Northern Kentucky, announces expanded distribution of its products across Michigan beginning Feb. 2, 2020. Founded in 2014 by entrepreneur Ken…

Earth Fare to Close All Stores

Specialty natural and organic grocery chain Earth Fare today announced it will close its 50 stores across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwest by the end of February.

Rambler Sparkling Water Names Terrence Fagan President

Rambler Sparkling Water, the first and only sparkling water that is Texas limestone filtered announced today that Terrence (Terry) Fagan has been named company president effective immediately. Fagan is an experienced brand manager with 11 years of sales and 5 years of collaborative marketing leadership roles within the competitive CPG beverage industry.

Day One Sparkling CBD Water Announces Three New Executive Hires

Day One – the all-natural, zero calorie sparkling CBD water – hired three new executives to lead the brand in marketing and sales initiatives for 2020. Christian Patiño will join the team as Executive Vice President and General Manager, Joel Jay as Director of Distribution, and Blake Nyman as Head of Brand.

Fruitations and Vision Wine and Spirits Announce National Distribution Agreement

Vision Wine & Spirits LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Martignetti Companies, announced today a nationwide distribution agreement with Fruitations™ Craft Soda & Cocktail Mixers beginning in January 2020. Fruitations, a leading on-premise premium craft mixer, will be available initially across New England, California and Florida before expanding its reach.  

Gallery: January’s New Products

Beverage brands are wasting no time in the new decade, rolling out plenty of new and innovative products this month, including functional waters from Powerade and VOSS, plant-based launches from Silk and Nesquik and probiotic-packed drinks from Stonyfield and Good Culture.

Shamrock Farms Launches Rockin’ Protein Plus

Shamrock Farms is shaking things up in the new year with the launch of its latest innovation Rockin' Protein Plus, the first ready-to-drink beverage to combine the dual benefits of protein and superfruits with pure, fresh Shamrock Farms milk to make staying healthy super delicious.

Super Bowl Ad Roundup: Stars Power Coke and MTN DEW; Hint Debuts

Ahead of Super Bowl LIV in Miami this weekend, here’s a quick look at some of the beverage brands hoping to make a splash on Sunday, including a pair of star-powered spots for Coca Cola Energy and MTN DEW Zero Sugar, as well as Hint's big game ad debut.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 70: Secret ‘Sauce’: How TRUFF Engineered A Brand For Social Media

This week we’re joined by Nick Guillen and Nick Ajluni, founders of TRUFF, a fast-growing brand of upscale, truffle-infused hot sauces. Guillen and Ajluni spoke about how their shared backgrounds in digital media and streetwear fashion inspired the creation of TRUFF, how Instagram factored into the brand’s design and why they are trying to “influence the influencer” on social media.

Optimum Nutritions Debuts Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Drink

This week, OPTIMUM NUTRITION ("ON") releases a new, portable protein drink, available exclusively at GNC retailers. GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY Protein drink delivers 24 grams of protein from 100% whey protein concentrate, 5.5 grams of naturally-occurring BCAAs and is free of artificial growth hormones.

Brand Profile: Trident Coffee Builds Cold Brew Business in Land of Craft Beer

Trident is a wholesale bean business and RTD cold brew brand based in San Diego, California. The company operates a 3,000 square foot tap room and brewery which sells up to 15 different coffees on draft at any given time. Trident’s RTD products are currently available online direct-to-consumer and in about 125 retail stores across Southern California.