Last week, Eater analyzed the eternal cool factor of AriZona Iced Tea, the 99 cent 24 oz. gas station mainstay which hit shelves in 1992. The brand has withstood the test of time, somehow avoiding the trappings of trendy 90s nostalgia to become what Eater calls simply “a mood.”
Arlington, Va.-based Commonwealth Joe, which roasts, brews and provides kegs of cold brew to clients on the East Coast, is one of several partners across the country working with Smart Beverages Technologies (SBT) as a provider of the company’s Kegerator Vending Machines (KVM), an innovative self-serve concept that aims to address one of the major hurdles to cold brew providers.
Sunshine State Distributing is excited to introduce three new spirit brands to Central Florida cocktail enthusiasts: Siempre Tequila, Alpine Distilling and Perfect Vodka. The addition of these distillers expands Sunshine State’s growing portfolio of craft spirits.
Woodford Reserve is proud to release its annual limited-edition, high-proof expression — Woodford Reserve Batch Proof. This expression is part of the annual Master’s Collection series, which celebrates Master Distiller Chris Morris’ vision and Woodford Reserve’s commitment to innovation and craftsmanship within the bourbon and whiskey category.
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The Jack Daniel Distillery has announced the second release in its Legacy Edition series, Legacy Edition 2, inspired by one of the distillery’s earliest black labels dating back to the early 1900s. Legacy Edition, which launched in 2018, presents limited-edition variations of labels used throughout the more than 150-year history of the brand.
Spirit Hound Distillers is creating a Colorado-born buzz with local Bee Squared Apiaries (Berthoud, Colorado) to bring you a Colorado exclusive, one-of-a-kind take on honey whisky. This Colorado Honey Whisky isn't a saccharine-sweet flavored whisky, but a true straight whisky finished in aged honey barrels.
The company generated $8.4 million in net sales during the first quarter, up 2% from 2018. Sales of the core Reed’s Ginger Beer line were up 15% while craft soda Virgil’s grew 46%. Gross profit increased 9% to $2.5 million and gross margin increased 185 basis points to 30%.
Arpit Bhopalkar is the co-founder and CEO of Bhoomi, a mission-based brand that makes cold-pressed sugar cane beverages. The company hopes to change consumers’ perception of sugar cane and it’s health benefits, while supporting minority farmers in the U.S. and focusing on sustainability.
Happy Moose Juice (HMJ), a San Francisco based cold-pressed fruit and vegetable juice company, launches their first Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program geared towards teaching local youth entrepreneurial skills, product development, marketing and sales know-how and business management.
BUBBL’R, water’s bubblier and more energetic best friend, is continuing to dominate in a new niche within the already red hot sparkling water category. Following its exciting launch in 2017, BUBBL’R continues to grow with strong VPO’s and newly secured distribution in numerous retailers.
Just in time for summer heat, outdoor activities and inevitable swimsuit season, LIFEAID Beverage Company is launching FITAID ZERO and FITAID RX ZERO. The two new products are based on FITAID & FITAID RX, the LIFEAID brand's signature recovery blends, longtime staples of passionate amateurs and professional athletes nationwide.
Better-for-you booze? It may sound like an oxymoron, but a growing cohort of healthier alcoholic beverages have been finding a receptive audience in recent years. That’s certainly the case for Boochcraft, a three-year-old hard kombucha brand that’s made waves in its home market of Southern California.
Don Ciccio & Figli, a fourth-generation Italian herbal liqueur producer, has announced the launch of Ambrosia, an aperitivo distilled using a centuries-old family recipe. Ambrosia, which translates to mean “the nectar of the Gods,” is a bittersweet aperitivo handcrafted in small batches using all-natural ingredients. Ambrosia is now available nationwide in 750ML (SRP $30.99).
