Ball Corporation Moving to ‘Less Beer’ In Mix After Over-Indexing
Ball Corporation is making beer a smaller part of its mix after over-indexing in the category, CEO Daniel Fisher shared during the company’s Q2 earnings report earlier this week.
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Westrock Coffee Hits ‘Record-Breaking’ Q2 Sales, Elevated Net Losses
In its Q2 earnings, Westrock Coffee reported its highest sales quarter despite losses from production buildouts and tariff-related green coffee inventory costs.
Taste Radio: Why Is Gen Z Obsessed With BFY Frozen Foods? We’ve Come Undone.
Gen Z is reshaping the frozen food game… and they’re not settling for TV dinners. But while they’re hungry for health and convenience, there's a catch: the price tag. Can BFY frozen meals stay accessible, or are they becoming a luxury in disguise? The hosts discuss, and also sample Korean-style hard seltzers, culturally-inspired craft sodas and a potentially game-changing brand of non-alcoholic spirits.
New Products: SpongeBob x Olipop, Plus First Extensions from AG1, Vital Proteins, Not Beer
Like the beach in August, this week's new product gallery is PACKED. Luckily, there's something for everyone -- from protein and nootropics to caffeine to probiotics to THC. And SpongeBob, of course.
Monster Hits $2B Milestone in Q2 as Energy Maintains Double-Digit Growth
Monster Beverage Corporation surpassed the $2 billion quarterly net sales milestone for the first time in the company’s history, reporting an 11.1% year-over-year increase in its Q2 2025 earnings report this week.
Reviews: Pablo’s Mate Scores Big; Afro Pop, RYTHM Find their Groove
This week's reviews features a look at releases from canned yerba mate maker Pablo's Mate, next-gen soda brand Afro Pop and cannabis brand RYTHM.
SunOpta: Volume Gains Drive ‘Outstanding’ Q2 Results
Broad-based volume gains helped beverage and fruit snacks producer SunOpta deliver “outstanding” second quarter results, according to CEO Brian Kocher.
F1 Champion Lewis Hamilton, Casa Lumbre Expand Almave with Mezcal Alternative
Nearly two years after the launch of their non-alc (NA) tequila alternative, Casa Lumbre and Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton are hitting the gas on a new product.
Zevia Maintains Turnaround with Strong Q2 Earnings Report
Zevia’s rebound is official as the stevia-sweetened beverage maker reported its first positive adjusted EBITDA gain in four years during its Q2 2025 earnings report today.
Drnxmyth Is Shutting Down. Here’s What Went Wrong
Drnxmyth, a pioneering startup in the ready-to-drink cocktail space, is now shutting down. The closure comes after a number of challenges, including struggles to lower margins, a tough pivot from its original e-commerce focus, and difficulties in securing a viable wholesale path.
Celsius Sales Surge 84% in Q2; Alani Nu’s ‘Breakout’ Adds $301M
Celsius’ billion-dollar bet on Alani Nu is paying dividends, as the female-leaning energy drink brand added $301 million in revenue in Q2 and helped Celsius’ North America achieve 41% growth through the first six months of the year.
Laird: Growth Trajectory Continues, Wholesale Biz Expands
Laird Superfood has made progress toward its goal of achieving “sustainable profitability,” continuing a growth trend in its Q2 earnings as it prioritizes its wholesale segment.
Non-Alc Beverage Makes Modest Sales Gain; Energy Drinks Decelerate
Stronger volumes and softer pricing growth helped modestly accelerate non-alcoholic beverage growth during the two-week period ended July 26.
A Royal Sip: Buckingham Palace Now Sells RTDs
Feel like enjoying a gin and tonic fit for royalty? Now you can, with Buckingham Palace's new ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail.