Hemp-derived THC brand Nowadays activated at Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix earlier this month, presenting a case study in how cannabis beverages can partner with live event venues.
Jones Soda managed to arrest net losses and start generating traction in cannabis drinks in Q1, but lower sales revenue dragged on gross profit as the craft soda company attempts its latest turnaround.
The warm weather is here and summer is on the horizon, and with it comes new refreshing sippers from brands like Milo’s, Jordan’s Skinny Mixes and The Ryl Company. This week’s new products also feature a slew of new non-alcoholic cocktail launches from startups like De Soi and Naked Life to legacy liquor players like Campari. Plus, we look at Vitaminwater’s big refresh.
The protein-in-everything trend has flared up at times over the past decade, but current conditions -- with tailwinds from health and wellness now supercharged by the arrival of Ozempic and GLP-1 drugs -- only seem to be growing more favorable.
Is the plant-based meat boom going bust? Despite early excitement and big investments, some brands are in the midst of turbulent times and an uncertain future. The hosts weigh in. Plus, Babak Bina, co-founder of BCB3 Hospitality Group, shares how a deep commitment to guest experience and a love for cultural cuisine helped him develop some of the city's most acclaimed restaurants.
Are Californians over tequila? A new report indicates that Californians’ thirst for spirits has declined, fueled by a drop in agave spirit volumes. But that’s not the entire story.
This latest roundup of spring RTD releases includes canned and limited-edition debuts from premium cocktail brand On The Rocks, tropical refreshes from Coca-Cola’s Topo Chico and Simply Spiked, and a hard lemonade backed by Spirit of Gallo.
Levia co-founder Troy Brosnan is formally returning to the THC-infused drinks category in leading a new beverage-focused division for vertically integrated supplier Monarch Emulsions. It’s an opportunity to guide an ambitious portfolio of new national brands, but also a chance to heal some old wounds.
De Soi, the non-alcoholic apéritif brand co-founded by Katy Perry, is turning up the heat with its newest launch, Haute Margarita.
Whether its about delivering calmness, electrolytes, or the juicy burst of real fruit, this week's reviews are all about the bubbles.
On this episode, the CPG Week podcast team digs into the declines of two prominent plant-based brands before discussing the acquisitions of Mary’s Gone Crackers and Kate Farms. Next, the hosts highlight the latest celebrity to launch a coffee brand. (Maybe a hot sauce would have been more appropriate?).
In its first earnings since new CEO Cyril Wallace joined the company last month – following a two decade career at PepsiCo – Reed’s projected confidence moving forward as net sales grew 4.5% to $10 million in the quarter and supply hurdles appear to have stabilized.
Some categories enjoyed a sales lift during the Easter holiday: in the 4-wks, CSDs (+6.5%), energy drinks (see below), and non-alc beer (+25.6%) picked up speed.
While coconut water-based sports drink brand Coco5 may be sticking close to its “mile-deep” philosophy, distribution is getting a lot bigger than just an inch-wide. Founded in 2010, the better-for-you hydration drink maker has been ramping up business over the last five years.
