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Yerba Madre Strikes Several Pro Soccer Sponsorship Deals

In its first major marketing announcement since rebranding from Guayakí to Yerba Madre, the California-based brand is tripling down on sports partnerships, via three new soccer-related initiatives.

Taste Radio: What Grannies & Betties Can Teach Us About Authenticity

Can a sober celebrity build a booming booze brand? The hosts dig into the paradox behind a high-profile actress and entrepreneur who doesn’t drink – but is betting big on alcohol. Plus, a tea company rooted in a 1930s family recipe is brewing something fresh with younger consumers. With a grassroots strategy and nostalgic appeal, could it be the next big thing for Gen Z and millennials?

OOSO Crowned Champion of New Beverage Showdown 29

Sparkling tea producer OOSO was crowned the champion of New Beverage Showdown 29, joining an elite cohort of well-known beverage brands such as Health-Ade and Poppi that have previously claimed victory in the bi-annual pitch competition.

BevNET Live Day 1: Leadership Lessons & Collective Investing

At BevNET Live Summer Day 1, entrepreneurs and stakeholders tackled leadership amid transformation, what CPG investors are looking for in brands and the current state of hemp-derived THC drinks, among many other topics.

Six Brands Advance in New Beverage Showdown 29

Six beverage startups emerged from a field of 12 contestants to secure a spot in tomorrow’s final round of New Beverage Showdown 29 at BevNET Live Summer 2025.