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IFF Frutarom Division’s Annatto Color Certified Organic

With consumer demand for fair trade, sustainable and organic products growing fast, Frutarom Natural Solutions Ltd., a division of International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., has received organic certification for its natural annatto color.

Gallery: Premium Whiskeys, Coconut Water Rum Highlight New Spirit Launches

Two new releases by The Macallan -- including an ultra-limited 52 year-old expression -- as well as the debut of a premium dark rum blended with coconut water highlight our roundup of recent notable spirits launches, along with three new products from New Orleans-based Atelier Vie and a bourbon-inspired release from Bumbu.

Oral I.V. Now Available at Erewhon Natural Foods Markets

ORAL I.V., Inc., the creator of the only 2 oz. all-natural Rapid Hydration Activator Shot, ORAL I.V, is pleased to announce that its product is now available at all Erewhon Natural Foods Markets in the Greater Los Angeles area.

Elevator Talk: Cadence Cold Brew Focuses on Quality Coffee and Clean Label

Cadence Cold Brew President Roy Lavalley is focused on delivering the top scoring nitro-infused cold brew coffee in a convenient RTD format. With no added sugar, flavors or other ingredients, Cadence highlights its single-origin beans in each SKU, bringing a clean label energy drink to market.

Iron Smoke Distillery Releases Limited CASKet Strength Bourbon

Iron Smoke Distillery, winner of prestigious Double Gold in this year’s North American Bourbon & Whiskey competition, and recipient of a 95.5 rating in the 2018 Jim Murray’s Whiskey Bible (for Iron Smoke Straight Bourbon Whiskey), is pleased to announce the release of their much anticipated CASKet Strength Bourbon.

Caledonia Spirits Introduces Barr Hill Vodka and Gin

Located in the rolling hills of northern Vermont, Caledonia Spirits – the distiller of Barr Hill Gin, Barr Hill Vodka and Tom Cat Gin – is expertly crafting some of the most unique, super-premium spirits in the country, and it is doing so with raw northern honey as the backbone of every bottle.

The Macallan Launches Lunar New Year Packaging

The Macallan has revealed stunning new limited edition packaging for the Double Cask 12 Years Old expression to celebrate the forthcoming Lunar New Year, as the Year of the Pig beckons.

Canada’s Collective Arts Brewing to Enter Cannabis Market

The Hamilton, Ontario-based craft brewery, located about 50 miles from the New York border, has established a sister company called Collective Project Limited that will develop and sell cannabis-infused beverages, which may include non-alcoholic beer, as well as cold brew coffee or tea.

Nielsen: CSD Pricing Holds Strong, Sparkling Water Posts Gains

Non-alcoholic beverage and snack sales across all retail channels grew by 7.9 percent in the four-week period ending January 26, according to an analysis of Nielsen data by Wells Fargo Securities. Analysts attributed the growth to “favorable New Year’s timing” and strong pricing for carbonated soft drinks (CSD).

Ceres Natural Remedies Acquires Tretap Beverage Company

Cere’s Natural Remedies, Vermont’s original CBD Store, today announced it has acquired Vermont based Tretap beverage company, creator of 100 percent organic sparkling water beverages from sustainably harvested maple tree water.

Taste Radio Ep. 148: Why Craveability is The Key to a Great Food Business, According to La Brea Founder Nancy Silverton

One of America’s greatest chefs, Nancy Silverton spoke about her approach to cooking and food innovation. She also explained why “having a business is not a hobby,” why she’s always trying to create food that is craveable, and how she navigates the challenges of modern marketing… aka making your restaurant bathroom “Instagrammable.”