Expo East: Mooala Tips Toward Premium; Meet ‘Freemilk’
Plant-based milks were on the move at Expo East, with new products for Mooala and new positioning from Strive.
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Spirits Slowdown: Why Analysts Are Watching Tequila Downtrading, Home Consumption
As moderate and declining spirit trends in the U.S. continue in 2023, what are some of the factors of the slowdown and what does that mean for the evolution of certain categories and major portfolios?
BevNET Spirits Awards 2023: Nominations are Open for Ready-to-Drink Cocktails and Non-Alcoholic Spirits
BevNET, the leading source for news and insights into the beverage industry, is thrilled to announce the inaugural BevNET Spirits Awards for 2023.
Elevator Talk: Baloo, Alldae, !MPROV Booze-Free Cocktails, Bennu, Crooked Owl
Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Kara Rubin, a strategic advisor with JPG Resources, who shared her thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.
Spirits Gallery: New Whiskeys From Torabhaig, Wyoming, WhistlePig, Jack Daniel’s and More
In our latest roundup of new whiskey offerings, Torabhaig closes the final chapter of its Legacy Series, WhistlePig takes to the race track with Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake and Jack Daniel’s unveils its first permanent expression made with 100% malted barley.
Boisson: Non-Alc Retailer Lands Backing From Pernod Ricard’s Venture Arm, Adds New CEO
As the momentum behind zero-proof drinks shows no signs of abating, leading non-alc retailer Boisson is taking steps to secure its place within the expanding category, bringing on a new…
Manna Beverages to Acquire Nor-Cal Beverage Co.
Manna Beverages & Ventures (MB&V) is set to acquire California-based co-packer Nor-Cal Beverage Company for an undisclosed sum, the company announced today. The deal is subject to due diligence and approvals.
Taste Radio: Find The Not-So-Obvious Opportunity. TÖST Did, And It’s Reaping The Rewards.
Brooks Addington, the CEO of sparkling alcohol-alternative brand TÖST, spoke about why the brand’s positioning has resonated with all types of consumers, why having few competitors is “a double-edged sword,” the importance of an affordable price point and a frugal marketing strategy, and the company’s strategic partnership with Constellation Brands.
Fresh Buzz: Beekeeper Brings “New Voice” to RTD Cold Brew
Does ready-to-drink coffee need a "new voice" for the next generation of consumers? Beekeeper Coffee is aiming to make that case.
TikTok Shop 101: What the App’s Newest Feature Means for CPG
Although users may primarily flock to TikTok to jump on the latest dance trends, the short video social media platform is seeking to become one of American consumers’ go-to ecommerce destinations with the launch of TikTok Shop.
Robusta Move: Sang Debuts New Ad Campaign
Sang is ready to bring "Robussin’" to the masses via its new advertising campaign. The ready-to-drink Vietnamese coffee brand is debuting a new video spot today that shows just what happens when a Vietnamese Granny gets her hands on one of the brand's uber-potent brews.
Casa Lumbre Debuts “Super Premium” Orange Liqueur
On the heels of launching its ready-to-drink tequila cocktail, Mexican spirits company Casa Lumbre is debuting a new product to compete with the orange liqueurs on the back bar.
Former Castle Brands Exec Launches New Spirits Venture, Acquires Whiskey Row
Avalon Spirits Corporation, a new venture from former Castle Brands COO John Glover, has made its first move by acquiring Whiskey Row Bourbon, the company announced late last week. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.