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Lifeway Continues Growth Streak in Q1 on Back of Drinkable Kefirs

Leading U.S. kefir brand Lifeway Foods had its 22nd consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth, with net sales up 3.3% to $46.1 million, in its Q1 2025 earnings report this morning. The net sales growth was fueled primarily by volume improvement for Lifeway’s line of branded drinkable kefirs and its farmer’s cheese.

Daily Briefing (Insiders Only): Coffee Prices By The Numbers

That morning cup-a-joe burning a hole in your pocket? You’re not the only one. The average price of ground roast coffee hit a peak last month, topping $7.50 per pound, representing a nearly 25% increase year-over-year, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED).

Campari America Enters Non-Alc Market with Crodino Spritz

Campari America is building on its spritzing success to pursue another trend: adult non-alc (ANA). The Italian spirits group announced today it is bringing Crodino, a zero-proof ready-to-serve spritz, to the U.S. as its first Stateside foray into the growing category.

Taste Radio: Own & Infer – Behind The Scenes Of A ‘Perfect’ Brand Refresh

After a challenging 2024, Lemon Perfect knew it was time for a reset. Founder Yanni Hufnagel led the charge with a reengineered bottle and improved formula, but the brand’s comeback wouldn’t be complete without a revitalized look. Enter Paula Grant and her creative studio Suite9C, tasked with developing a daring visual identity refresh. This is the story of how a brand turned setback into spotlight.

Crystal Geyser Joins the Surging Flavored Sparkling Category

CG Roxane is the leveraging its flagship brand Crystal Geyser Alpine Spring Water to enter the flavored sparkling water space, which grew 9.3% year-over-year, outpacing both flavored still water and non-flavored sparkling water during that period.