BevNET Live Winter 2023: Building A Pipeline For Black-Owned Spirits Brands
Investment firm Pronghorn came to BevNET Live Winter 2023 to talk about how it invested $200 million to empower more Black spirits brands in its first year.
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Data: BevAlc Sales Growth Eases, Volume Pressure Ticks
Total BevAlc sales growth decelerated slightly with volume up across spirits, wine and cider, while more negative on sequential basis for beer, hard seltzer and flavored malt beverage during the two-week period that ended December 2, according to an analysis of NielsenIQ data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research.
Empirical’s Copenhagen Business Files for Bankruptcy, Says U.S. Business is Thriving
Empirical, an experimental spirits company created by alumni of the famed restaurant Noma, has filed for bankruptcy for its Danish operations, although the founders insist business in the U.S. or globally will not be impacted and that its stateside business is “thriving."
Martie, Ecommerce Discount Grocery Platform, Raises $7M
As it looks to expand its team to match its fast-growing footprint, discount grocery ecommerce platform Martie has raised $7 million in a new funding round led by Upfront Ventures, the company announced this week.
MDWerks Acquires Two Trees Beverage Company
MDWerks, Inc. (“MDWK” or the “Company”) (OTC: MDWK), a forward-thinking company leading the charge in the world of sustainable technology, announced that it has acquired Two Trees Beverage Company.
Anteel Tequila Releases Highly Anticipated Anteel Anejo
Michigan based, multiple award-winning Anteel Tequila releases its fifth expression with Anteel Anejo Tequila in in Michigan, New York, Georgia, Oklahoma, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.
Rabbit Hole Distillery Earns EPA’s ENERGY STAR Certification for Superior Energy Efficiency
Rabbit Hole Distillery has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR certification. It is among the first-ever distilleries to receive the certification, standing in the top 25% of U.S. facilities for energy efficiency and performance.
Buzzard’s Roost Sipping Whiskey Expands Sales Team to Support Brand Growth
As Buzzard’s Roost Sipping Whiskeys continues its momentum, the company welcomes two industry pros to its sales team. Kaitlyn Morrison will sell the Buzzard’s Roost portfolio across Kentucky, Indiana and Tennessee, and Mike Adams, based in Northern Kentucky, will cover Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Skrewball Whiskey Partners With Hannah Berner to Release Limited-Edition Holiday Shotcuterie Board
Skrewball Whiskey, the original peanut butter whiskey, announced the launch of its limited-edition Skrewball shotcuterie board as showcased in partnership with comedian Hannah Berner and her beloved Nana, Vera DiLeo.
Wolf Spirit’s Puncher’s Chance Bourbon Announces Release of THE UNIFIED BELT
Wolf Spirit’s Puncher’s Chance Bourbon announces the fifth release in its award-winning portfolio of fine whiskeys.
Deestroying x Accelerator Active Energy NIL Brand Deals
Six college football athletes will be getting brand deals with Accelerator Active Energy.
GURU Organic Energy Launches Its Fruit Punch in the US on Amazon.com
GURU Organic Energy Corp. (TSX: GURU) (“GURU” or the “Company”), Canada’s leading organic energy drink brand1, announced that American consumers can now purchase its top ranked 2023 energy drink innovation, Fruit Punch, on Amazon.com and directly on the Company’s website at guruenergy.com.
Hiatus Tequila Announces Partnership With American Mixed Martial Artist Michael Chandler
Hiatus Tequila, an award-winning, ultra-premium tequila is announcing its first brand partnership. They are thrilled to have American Mixed Martial Artist, Michael Chandler join the team.
Non-Alc Beverage Sales Decelerate Slightly Over Thanksgiving
Non-alcoholic beverage sales decelerated over the Thanksgiving holiday, according to the latest analysis of NielsenIQ data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research covering the two-week period ending December 2.