BevNET’s annual “Best Of” Awards celebrate the people, brands, products, and ideas that are shaping the future of the beverage industry. Since 2007, these honors have recognized innovation, influence, and excellence, and helped shine a spotlight on both breakout stars and established category leaders.
The entrepreneur’s journey is often messy, but in the case of Stursi, publicly sharing the highs and lows may have given its founders an initial sales boost.
LaCroix sparkling water maker National Beverage Corp. struggled to meaningfully grow in Q1 of FY 2026, with dollar sales rising only 0.3%. The results largely stemmed from a 4.4% improvement in price/mix, which was offset by a 3.9% decline in case volume.
Rather than promising new-age wellness, Venice, Calif.-based cannabis brand Old Pal's attitude is unapologetically stoner-friendly and steeped in classic Americana vibes -- as seen in its Plant Potion hemp-infused drink mixes.
Tips from trailblazing brands, strategies to captivate venture capitalists, the explosive growth of RTD coffee and more. This packed episode features highlights from Taste Radio’s Chicago meetup and an in-depth look at Nutrabolt’s $200M investment in Bloom. The hosts also dive into the next wave of coffee innovation and examine whether energy or indulgence is driving consumer demand.
Canadian energy drink brand GURU has reported its first profitable quarter since going public in 2020. In its latest Q3 2025 earnings, GURU president and CEO Carl Goyette credited the business’s transition to a new direct distribution model in Canada.
Three years after the Massachusetts-based THC seltzer brand was acquired by multi-state operator Ayr Wellness in a $20 million deal, Levia is back in the hands of two of its original cofounders, Kristin Rogers and her husband Eric Rogers.
This week’s new products gallery is full of new protein-laced options as well as new LTOs for the changing of the seasons.
Selling “more moderation” is as tricky as it sounds according to the founders of Bar Nuda, a Mexican-inspired drinks pop-up and Los Angeles’s first completely adult non-alc (ANA) experience.
An Italian Spritz that is definitely NOT an Italian apero. A dry cider minus the booze. Hydration that's... Crunchy? We've got it all in this week's reviews, including a rare perfect five-star score.
Convenience store traffic was down 115 bps since July, part of a 2.5% decline for the rolling three-month period.
Halifax-based Cove Soda has signed an exclusive agreement with Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) Canada to lead national sales, distribution and omni-marketing execution for its line of probiotic sodas in 12 oz. cans.
Coconut water-based hydration beverage Coco5 is continuing its push from locker room staple to fast-rising wellness player with a new ad campaign starring co-owner and retired NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
Texas governor Greg Abbott has signed an executive order mandating age restrictions on the sale of hemp-derived THC products, roughly three months after he vetoed a bill that would have outlawed the intoxicant entirely in the Lone Star State.
