Tally, Kiddiwinks Harness Chickpeas to Power Plant-Based Milks For Kids
Two new plant-based milks see opportunity in providing a highly nutritious, allergen-free milk alternative formulated especially for children.
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Taste Radio: So Much Potential, But What Makes It Investable?
Taste Radio’s hosts pondered the potential of innovative, imaginary concepts and examined why discontinued brands and products, including a line of high-profile energy shots, failed to make it. We also sat down with Alexandra Dempster and Isabelle Steichen, the co-founders of Lupii, an innovative platform brand that markets lupini bean-based foods.
This Week’s New Products: Pressed Teams up with Barry’s, C4 Smart Energy Gets a Revamp
In this week’s new products roundup, Pressed teams up with HIIT workout brand Barry’s to launch post-gym recovery products, LEVIA gears up for 4/20 and C4 Smart Energy gets a transformation both inside and outside of the can.
Class Action Alleges Feel Free, 7-Eleven Misled Consumers About Addiction Risk
Plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit filed this week claim that the makers of functional shot brand Feel Free Wellness Tonic and 7-Eleven may have misled consumers about the risk of addiction to kratom, an active ingredient in the drink.
Slow Burn: Where is Flavored Tequila Headed?
Last month, Pernod Ricard acquired peanut butter whiskey Skrewball, a play that came as flavored whiskey develops into a fast-growing segment. But is the same evolution occurring for flavored versions of the spirit industry’s other rising spirit, tequila?
NielsenIQ: Non-Alc Sales Remain Robust Despite Deceleration Driven By Softer Pricing
Non-alcoholic beverage retail sales “remained robust” but decelerated sequentially in the two-week period ending March 25, driven by softer pricing, according to an analysis of NielsenIQ data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research.
New Spirits Gallery: Sangam, Glenfiddich and Taffer’s
To ring in the spring season, many spirits brands have begun rolling out new offerings designed to be enjoyed in the warmer months. Check out this gallery for the latest launches from brands like Dublasé, Glenfiddich and Knob Creek in addition to the debut of newcomers including Sangam, SU CASA and Taffer’s.
Anytime Spritz Bets on Bringing Regenerative Ag to Canned Cocktails
Two founders who cut their teeth in supply chain and sustainability for fast-growing food companies have teamed up to launch a ready-to-drink cocktail, Anytime Spritz, available April 1 in California and New York.
Starbucks Unveils New RTD Lineup: Pink & Paradise, Frappuccino Minis
Starbucks has formally unveiled its new slate of ready-to-drink products, highlighted by two fruit juice-based, cafe-inspired beverages – Pink Drink and Paradise Drink.
Edrington Takes Majority Stake in Wyoming Whiskey
Edrington, a Scotland-based premium spirits producer, has upped its stake in Wyoming Whiskey from 35% to 80%, the company announced today.
Phocus CEO: With Jack Harlow as Co-Owner, Brand Seeks Fresh Start with Gen Z
After announcing a new start for the company this weekend, Phocus CEO Joey Nickell said functional beverage brand is now preparing an ambitious national expansion with a goal of reaching 10,000 retail doors.
Distribution Roundup: Olipop Brings Soda to Sweetgreen; Soylent, Ketone-IQ Expand
Olipop has been clear about its mission to convert traditional soda drinkers to its low-calorie, functional soft drinks, an effort that now extends to foodservice through a new partnership with sweetgreen.
GoodBelly, Cheribundi Merge Under NextFoods Banner
NextFoods, the maker of functional food and beverage brand GoodBelly, is merging the business with tart cherry juice producer Cheribundi. As part of the deal, announced today, NextFoods will remain as the majority shareholder of the combined entity, which will operate under the GoodBelly name. Venture capital firm Emil Capital Partners (ECP) is the company’s largest investor.
Marketing: Coca-Cola Starts ‘Dinner Table Renaissance’ with Gigi Hadid; Ocean Spray’s New TV Spot
The Coca-Cola Company has teamed up with model and Next in Fashion judge Gigi Hadid to start what it has dubbed a dinner table renaissance through its new campaign, “A Recipe For Magic.”