The launch of another prebiotic soda isn’t such big news these days. But when Coca-Cola and Pepsi decide to weigh in – and do not (as has been much rumored) open up their checkbooks to do so – it’s kind of a big deal. We’re still awaiting further details on these, but in the meantime, we’ve got some thoughts.
One-quarter of consumers who have visited the on-premise in the past three months have ordered a ready-to-drink cocktail (RTD) during that time, according to CGA, the on-premise arm of market research firm NIQ.
The grind is real. And fun as heck. Exhausted, but buoyant, the hosts recap NOSH and BevNET’s just-concluded winter events and specifically highlight the three pitch slam competitions and how each respective winner successfully communicated the traction and potential for their brands.
Patco Brands, the manufacturer of one of the leading wine-based ready-to-drink products and other private label brands, has made a strategic investment in Farfield, California-based Frank-Lin Distillers Products, the companies announced today.
The Coca-Cola Company and PepsiCo are each preparing to enter the explosive prebiotic soda category next year, BevNET has learned.
In this week’s new products roundup, Stok expands its cold brew portfolio with decaffeinated offerings, Cowbell ventures into the hydration set, and Tilray Brands unveils a cocktail-inspired line of THC beverages.
Sovereign Brands founder Brett Berish spoke with BevNET about his dynamic approach to brand-building, Pernod-Ricard’s minority investment and why connecting with music has led to a global reach for his brands.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is suing Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits (SGWS), the nation’s largest alcohol distributor, over its pricing practices.
Harris Teeter stores across the country will soon have some “bugs” crawling onto shelves: Leading U.S. kefir brand Lifeway Foods is launching its kid-friendly ProBugs Organic Kefir line into over 250 of the retailer’s stores.
Aligned with BevNET's commitment to explore burgeoning beverage trends and innovative brands, the BevNET Spirits Awards are focused on shining a light on the dynamic spirits industry, including large and small spirits Companies, ready-to-drink cocktails, ready-to-serve cocktails and non-alcoholic spirits.
Houseplant, the Los Angeles-based cannabis and lifestyle brand co-founded by actor and producer Seth Rogen, is moving into beverages with the U.S. launch of a four-SKU line of hemp-derived THC-infused flavored sparkling waters, available now in select markets and online.
Ninety-five percent of bev-alc brand launches fail, according to Gustavo Aguirre, VP of brand innovation at investment firm InvestBev.
Global spirits giant Suntory Holdings revealed today the creation of a new business unit, Suntory RTD Company North America, focused on malt-based, ready-to-drink (RTD) offerings with the first release expected to hit U.S. retailers in mid-January 2025.
Monica Berg, the co-founder of world-renowned bar Tayēr & Elementary and modern liqueur brand MUYU, talks about how her background in bartending and hospitality shaped the creation and vision for both companies. She also shares her perspective on flavor trends and the drivers of new concepts and how she assesses innovation as it relates to new spirits and cocktail ingredients.
