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Taste Radio: Scaling Special: Why Heathcote’s Suzanne Lyon Refuses To Compromise

Heathcote Bakery founder Suzanne Lyon built a devoted following with an ultra-premium chocolate chip cookie made with uncompromising ingredients and a meticulous process. Then came viral demand, endorsements from Oprah and Bobby Flay, and the challenge every founder faces: how do you scale without sacrificing quality?

Review: ARMRA Impresses With Colostrum Soda

As functional sodas surge, ARMRA arrives with a surprisingly refreshing and approachable take on colostrum, with one flavor emerging as the clear standout.

Yerba Madre Names New CEO, YESLY Co-Founder Joins Board

Yerba Madre is entering its next phase of growth with the appointment of board member Steve Lesnard as CEO, as it focuses on expanding its consumer reach amid growing demand for functional beverages.

Taste Radio: Why The Next Big Thing—In Booze Or Beyond—Is Often Borrowed

CPG's next big ideas often emerge in unexpected places. In this episode, we explore what founders across food and beverage can learn from the rapid rise of hard sodas and hard sports drinks, as alcohol brands borrow from health, wellness and functionality to connect with younger consumers.

Hemp Beverages Grew 133% Last Year, HBA Reports

Despite a looming regulatory ban, hemp beverages are booming. The category grew 133% year-over-year between 2024 and 2025, according to a new report by the Hemp Beverage Alliance (HBA).