Taste Radio: How ‘Super’ Successful Founders Ask For Advice, Build Value And Gain Trust

Super Coffee co-founders Jim, Jake and Jordan DeCicco spoke about how shifting headwinds have influenced recent business decisions, the impact of Covid on innovation and what they learned from being on the front lines of distribution and merchandising since the outset of the pandemic. They also explained the value of being “the world’s foremost experts on Super Coffee” and how they communicate exit planning to their team.

Sanzo Commemorates ‘Linsanity’ Anniversary with Jeremy Lin LTO Launch

Asian-inspired sparkling water brand Sanzo has partnered with former NBA star Jeremy Lin for a new LTO flavor launch – Asian Pear – which is rolling out in retail and online this month. The launch is timed to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of “Linsanity."

VPX Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX), the maker of Bang Energy, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Business operations will continue, the Florida-based company said in a press release Monday, as it moves ahead with efforts to rebuild the Bang distribution network.

Review: Bitter Bubble

Bitter Bubble is a line of zero calorie sparkling beverages that are designed to emulate the classic combination of soda water and bitters. The product line, which launched in summer 2021, features three unsweetened flavors including Rhubarb & Hibiscus, Blood Orange & Chamomile and Sour Cherry & Chicory.

Introducing Sans by Taejin Beverage

It’s finally here: Sans by Taejin Beverage, the first Asian-themed alcohol-alternative beverage created by Kevin “Taejin” Kreider from Netflix hit series, Bling Empire. 

Pureboost Raises Over $2M on Wefunder’s Community Investment Platform

Pureboost, the #1 best-selling antioxidant clean energy drink mix that is free of sugar and sucralose, debuts with over $2M on Wefunder, the most popular crowdfunding platform in the US, just hours after their public launch on September 28, at 9am EST.

Report: Consumers, Categories Growing for Non-Alc Brands

A new report by spirit accelerator Distill Ventures highlighted non-alcoholic beverages and spirits evolution into a fast-moving segment with products ranging across different use occasions and need states.