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WhistlePig Rye Whiskey Announces Partnership with BDT Capital Partners

WhistlePig, the No. 1 distiller in the fast growing, ultra-premium and luxury rye whiskey category, today announced a partnership with BDT Capital Partners, a merchant bank that provides family- and founder-led businesses with long-term, differentiated capital.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 17: Crafted & Fancy — Where The Money Is Flowing in Specialty & Spirits

From artisanal foods to craft spirits, this episode explores the evolving landscape for speciality food and distilled beverages. Rabobank’s Steven Rannekleiv discussed the emerging market for craft spirits and how the the investment community is evaluating the space. Specialty Food Association President Phil Kafarakis spoke about how specialty food has evolved in recent years and the ingredients and formulations that are shaping the future of the industry.

Winter Fancy Food Show 2019 Video: Califia Innovates Around Oats, Coffee

In this interview recorded at the Winter Fancy Food Show 2019, Califia Farms co-founder and CEO Greg Steltenpohl shared his thoughts as to why oat milk has captured the interest of consumers (and particularly coffee lovers) and the potential for oat milk to be integrated into Califia’s portfolio of RTD coffee drinks.

BevNET/NOSH Cannabis Forum Video: Building a Cooperative Industry

At the first-ever Cannabis Forum for Food & Beverage, a panel of four speakers — Adam Miron, co-founder and chief brand officer of HEXO; Hesaam Moallem, president and CEO of Charlotte’s Web; Errol Schweizer, co-founder and partner in mood33; and Evan Eneman, founder of Sands Lane Capital — came together to examine how cannabis is developing into a cooperative industry even at an early stage.

Sunshine Beverages Adds 12 oz. Cans to Product Line

Sunshine Beverages, a fast-growing beverage company based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, announced the addition of sleek, 12 oz. cans to the Sunshine product line for all flavors.

Corwin Beverage Appoints New Marketing Director

Regional food and beverage distributor Corwin Beverage Company has announced the appointment of Anna Abatzoglou as director of marketing. She will support the company’s traditional soft drink and emerging product lines including regional craft beer and wine, Revolt organic coffee and Crave snacks and quick meals.

Archer Daniels Midland Acquires Florida Chemical Company

Archer Daniels Midland Company announced today that it had reached an agreement to acquire Florida Chemical Company (FCC), a division of Flotek Industries specializing in citrus-based flavors and fragrances, and one of the world’s largest providers of citrus oils and ingredients.

The Alkaline Water Company Launches New Product Lines

Scottsdale-based, Alkaline Water Company, which packages and sells fresh water under the Alkaline88 brand name, has announced the debut of its newest naturally flavored, CBD-Hemp-infused, vitamin/energy enhanced and sparkling waters set to hit the market in early this year.

Oxigen Named Official Water Sponsor of 2019 USA Night Nation Run Events

After a good run and party, anyone could use a little recovery. America’s hottest recovery water, Oxigen is stepping up to help the thousands of Night Nation Run participants revitalize after its events. Formula Four Beverages (USA) Inc., has been named the Official Water Sponsor for all USA Night Nation Run events in 2019.

Nuun Renovates Sports Hydration Line Nuun Sport

Nuun, the best selling sports drink supplement brand in sports specialty and natural foods retail, has renovated their flagship product line with improved performance, consumer experience and packaging. The line is now called Sport, and it replaces the product line previously named Electrolytes.