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Outside Investment Fuels Vertical Growth at Guayaki

Guayaki co-founder David Karr emphasized that new investment from Sonoma Brands will allow the company to continue operating independently while supporting and enhancing the brand’s longstanding mission.

Distribution Roundup: Rise Heads West

Rise Brewing Co. launches in the Pacific Northwest and announces a new taproom; FitWhey enters Arizona Sprouts stores; Xing Tea finds placements in 3,000 CVS stores

‘High Pressure Certified’ Consumer Seal To Debut This Month

This month, the Cold Pressure Council (CPC), an industry group focused on supporting and promoting the HPP industry, is launching a seal for use on HPP food and beverage packaging that certifies the item has been properly processed and independently verified for safety.

Diet Coke Announces Brand Revamp

The Coca-Cola Company today announced a relaunch of the Diet Coke line that includes new packaging and new flavors, while retaining the same fan-favorite formula.

Reed’s Inc. Puts Los Angeles Facility Up for Sale

On Monday, Reed's Inc. announced it has retained Gordon Brothers, a Boston-based advisory, restructuring and investment firm, to manage the sale of its Los Angeles manufacturing facility, which was brought online in 2001.

Riff Cold Brewed Brings Craft Sensibility to Coffee

The founding team includes Crux Fermentation Project's Paul Evers, his son Bobby, former Stumptown cold brew product developer Nate Armbrust, former LinkedIn director Steve Barham, marketing consultant Kevin Smyth.

Shirazi Distribution Looks Locally to Build Beverage Business

In emphasizing strong customer service and close relationships with local brands, Boston-based Shirazi Distributing has grown from a small one-truck operation to an established supplier to restaurants, coffee shops and independent stores.

People Moves: Joey Cannata Leaves Rockstar

In this People Moves roundup: Longtime Rockstar Energy executive vice president of sales and distribution Joey Cannata departs the brand and Cie Nicholson joins the advisory board at Lavit, plus new hires at Clearly Canadian and Zola.

Iconic Protein Launches Two New Flavors

Protein drink brand Iconic Protein on Monday announced the launch of two new flavors, a move designed to meet consumer demand for additional functional benefits, according to the company.