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Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery Releases New Premium Whiskey Brand, Nelson Brothers Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery Releases New Premium Whiskey Brand, Nelson Brothers

Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery Releases New Premium Whiskey Brand, Nelson Brothers

by Press Release,

Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery is pleased to announce the launch of Nelson Brothers, a new line of whiskeys debuting with two releases, Nelson Brothers Classic Bourbon and Nelson Brothers Reserve Bourbon. Now available nationally, Nelson Brothers serves as the distillery’s premium brand alongside flagship brand Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee Whiskey, bringing diversity and cohesion to a widely acclaimed and quickly growing portfolio. Both Nelson Brothers whiskeys feature balanced, perfected blends of high-rye bourbons and are available in 750ml bottles.

Coppa Cocktails Partners with M.S. Walker Brands to Launch Its Pre-Mixed Cocktails in the US Coppa Cocktails Partners with M.S. Walker Brands to Launch Its Pre-Mixed Cocktails in the US

Coppa Cocktails Partners with M.S. Walker Brands to Launch Its Pre-Mixed Cocktails in the US

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M.S. Walker Brands has partnered with Coppa Cocktails to bring its robust line of award-winning classic to contemporary premium pre-mixed cocktails to U.S. shores. Developed by Toorank International Spirits, a Dutch distilling and bottling company founded in 1978, Coppa Cocktails are currently available in more than 30 countries. With natural flavors and premium spirits, 15% ABV, a SRP of $17.99/750mL, and disruptive packaging, Coppa Cocktails appeal to the modern consumer who seeks high quality, convenience, and aesthetic appeal. The brand is currently distributed in more than 27 states with an aggressive nationwide rollout underway.

Profile: Industry Veterans InvestBev Look for Spirits for the Masses Profile: Industry Veterans InvestBev Look for Spirits for the Masses

Profile: Industry Veterans InvestBev Look for Spirits for the Masses

by Ferron Salniker,

Brian Rosen doesn’t want to invest in your vodka flavored with sriracha or lemon peel and cumin. The lifelong beverage entrepreneur and advisor is channeling his experience into growing spirit brands that instead have wide appeal, and he’s adding strategic capital through InvestBev, an investment firm focused on adult-beverage brands, raw distillate, beverage technology and cannabis.

Bang Announces Split from PepsiCo Bang Announces Split from PepsiCo

Bang Announces Split from PepsiCo

by Brad Avery,

After a year-and-a-half of high tension and muted sales, Bang Energy says it has officially ended its distribution partnership with PepsiCo. The Florida-based brand, a subsidiary of VPX Pharmaceuticals, announced in a brief press release today that “all disputes with PepsiCo have been fully settled and resolved” effective immediately and that the brand will return to DSD distribution through a number of new partnerships.

Kiva Sales and Service Secures Distribution Partnership With Jones Soda Co.

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Jones Soda Co. (OTCQB: JSDA) (CSE: JSDA), the original craft soda known for its unconventional flavors and user photo-submitted labels, announced an exclusive partnership with Kiva Sales and Service (KSS), the industry-leading sales and distribution platform offering dispensaries a complete suite of curated, best-in-class brands, to launch its new line of cannabis-infused beverages, Mary Jones, into the California market.

Wyoming Whiskey Releases Powder River Straight Bourbon Whiskey Wyoming Whiskey Releases Powder River Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Wyoming Whiskey Releases Powder River Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Wyoming Whiskey announces the release of its limited edition Powder River straight bourbon whiskey as a continuation of its annual Wyoming-only releases. This whiskey is crafted from nineteen barrels of Wyoming Whiskey’s finest bourbon which offer a complex interplay between spice, sweet, and savory notes. With only 360 cases available statewide hitting shelves on June 24, the product is expected to sell out quickly.  

Chinova Bioworks Raises $6 Million in Series A Investment

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FREDERICTON, New Brunswick— Chinova Bioworks (Chinova), a Canadian company addressing the growing consumer demand for healthy, natural, clean-label ingredients, has closed a $6 million Series A funding round. DSM Venturing…

NACS: Inflation Could Boost Private Label, In-Store Convenience Sales Grew 8.7% in 2021 NACS: Inflation Could Boost Private Label, In-Store Convenience Sales Grew 8.7% in 2021

NACS: Inflation Could Boost Private Label, In-Store Convenience Sales Grew 8.7% in 2021

by Brad Avery,

As inflation continues to put a higher burden on consumers’ wallets, the National Association of Conveniences Stores (NACS) predicted that private label CPG products could continue to play a larger role in total in-store sales, according to the industry group’s 2021 State of the Industry report, released this month.

Four Sigmatic Expands Range With Super Powders Four Sigmatic Expands Range With Super Powders

Four Sigmatic Expands Range With Super Powders

by Martín Caballero,

Answering consumer demand for more caffeine-free products, mushroom supplement maker Four Sigmatic is widening its functional brand platform with the release of Super Powders, a three-SKU line of enhanced powdered mixes.

Flow Beverage Corp. Launches Best Selling Flavors in New Formats

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Flow Beverage Corp. (TSX:FLOW; OTCQX:FLWBF) (“Flow” or the “Company”) announced that it has launched a 1 liter format for two of its best selling flavors, Strawberry Rose and Peach Blueberry. The new product formats have been launched through a national roll-out through Sprouts Farmers Market (“Sprouts”) locations and direct to consumer in the United States and Canada.

FEW Spirits and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Collaborate on Motor Oil Whiskey FEW Spirits and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Collaborate on Motor Oil Whiskey

FEW Spirits and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Collaborate on Motor Oil Whiskey

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FEW Spirits announces the release of Motor Oil Whiskey, a new, limited-release collaboration between FEW Spirits Founder and Master Distiller Paul Hletko and modern rock icons Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, honoring the 21st anniversary of the band’s seminal debut album, B.R.M.C.

Koloa Rum Company Introduces Sparkling Hawaiian Rum Canned Cocktails Koloa Rum Company Introduces Sparkling Hawaiian Rum Canned Cocktails

Koloa Rum Company Introduces Sparkling Hawaiian Rum Canned Cocktails

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Award-winning Koloa Rum Company launches Sparkling Hawaiian Rum Canned Cocktails — its latest ready-to-drink product line. Ideal for summer cocktails on-the-go, the new product complements Koloa Rum's existing broad portfolio, keeping in step with the company's ongoing development of products that capture a wide-ranging appeal.