Vertosa Files Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit
Cannabinoid infusion maker Vertosa has filed a motion to dismiss a trademark infringement lawsuit filed in January by CCT Sciences LLC.
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GURU Posts ‘Record’ Q1 Revenue Despite U.S. Sales Declines
Despite a dip in U.S. sales, Canadian energy drink maker GURU reported “record” quarterly net revenue of CAD$8.8 million, up 14.7% year-over-year, according to the company’s Q1 Fiscal Year 2026 earnings report today.
Trump Chases New Tariff Alternatives with Investigations Into Trade Partners
Despite a major loss with the Supreme Court last month, Donald Trump isn’t giving up on his tariff ambitions. The United States announced Wednesday two trade investigations; one into excess industrial capacity for 16 international trade partners and another looking at alleged forced labor.
Coefficient Capital Closes $290M Fund II; Total Assets At $800M
Coefficient Capital is raising its ambitions to grow the next generation of consumer brands with the closing of its second fund at $290 million, including a previously unannounced vehicle called the Apex Fund with $240 in committed capital.
High-ABV, Spirits-Based RTD Margaritas Outpacing Competition
As new styles of spiked ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages continue to carve out a share of the spirits market, there’s one that has maintained its staying power: the margarita.
PolkaDot Refreshes Adaptogenic Mushroom Drink Line
As adaptogenic mushroom beverages see rising mainstream interest, startup functional drink brand PolkaDot made a splash at Natural Products Expo West last week with new packaging and a psychedelic booth design intended to fully launch the brand into market.
Leisure Hydration Debuts Flavor-Forward Packaging Refresh Targeting Gen Z
Seeking to better capture its target audience of Gen Zers and increase repeat purchase rates, hydration beverage producer Leisure Hydration is gearing up to launch a flavor-forward packaging refresh in the first quarter of this year.
Beverage M&A Ran Low in 2025, Notes Capstone
Beverage business M&A activity was down 18.3% year-over-year in 2025, as private equity transactions fell 30% between 2024 and 2025.
Westrock Coffee: New Conway Facility Fully Commercialized; Full-Year Net Sales +40%
Arkansas-based Westrock Coffee closed out fiscal 2025 with “record-breaking results” and a significant pivot from heavy construction spend to full-scale beverage operation at its newly commercialized Conway, Ark. facility.
Mood Revamps Branding As Boochcraft Restructures Biz
Fermented tea Mood has refreshed its branding amid a broader restructuring at its umbrella company, Boochcraft.
Editors Talk Trends and Takeaways From Expo West
Reporting live at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, Calif., Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and BevNET managing editor Marty Caballero highlight key themes and insights, from the development of the coconut water category to the proliferation of beef tallow and more.
Ten Months After Rebrand, Yerba Madre Eyes National Expansion
About 10 months ago, North American yerba mate pioneer Guayakí unveiled a major name change after 30 years in business, rebranding its entire portfolio to become Yerba Madre. Today, the company’s leaders say they couldn’t be happier with the results.
The Functional Ingredients Posting Triple-Digit Growth in Adult Non-Alc
Non-alcoholic (NA) wine, beer and spirits still account for less than 1% of total alcohol category sales – leaving a runway for brands that innovate with popular functional ingredients, according to a new report from market research firm NIQ.
George Clooney & Partners Take Aim at NA Beer With Crazy Mountain
Crazy Mountain will leverage the founders’ fame and platforms to tell the brand story, while pushing it on social media and sampling in the trade. "We love beer, we just don't always want the effects that come with it," said George Clooney.