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Taste Radio Insider Ep. 46: What Happens When You Never Release The Gas Pedal?

No Cow founder/CEO Daniel Katz spoke about his passion for entrepreneurship and the genesis of his plant-based protein bar brand, which he launched with no business plan or extensive market research. He also discussed why his initial “play the numbers” retail strategy worked, why he rarely asks for advice, and why he decided to return as CEO less than a year after stepping down from the role.

Jones Soda: Revenue Down in Q2

Jones Soda Co. reported a 10 percent decrease in year-over-year revenue in the second quarter in an earnings call with investors yesterday. During the call, Jones CEO Jennifer Cue discussed hemp and CBD company Heavenly Rx’s recent investment and the company’s plans for the development of a CBD-infused beverage line.

Celsius: Domestic Revenue Drives Q2 Growth

Fitness energy drink Celsius saw year-over-year revenue grow 73% during the second quarter of 2019, according to financial results released by the company yesterday.

BodyArmor Announces Baker Mayfield as Newest Athlete Partner

BODYARMOR, the fastest growing sports drink in the category, has announced Baker Mayfield as the brand’s newest athlete partner, joining the already impressive partner roster that includes Andrew Luck, James Harden, Mike Trout, Dustin Johnson, Megan Rapinoe, Donovan Mitchell, Mookie Betts, and more.

New Age: Revenue Up in Q2

New Age Beverages recorded a 397% increase in net revenue and a net loss of $11.7 million in the second quarter of 2019, according to financial results released by the company this morning.

KDP: Mixed Q2 Results Reflect Post-Merger Headwinds

According to financial results released by the company this morning, underlying net sales grew 2.6% in the second quarter of 2019, driven by a 2.1 increase in volume/mix and a higher net price realization of 9.5%. However, net sales for packaged beverages grew just 1%.

Monster vs. Bang: New VPX Complaint Contains ‘Conspiracy’ Claims

The latest volley in the ongoing legal skirmish between Monster Energy Corp. and Bang Energy manufacturer Vita Pharmaceuticals/VPX Sports was filed yesterday in U.S. District Court in the Southern District of Florida. The complaint accuses Monster and its executives of engaging in a “conspiracy” to “suppress, obstruct, and conceal” alleged health risks related to consumption of the brand’s energy drink products.