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Sunopta Enters Nutritional Beverage Category Via Partnership With Bellring Brands

SunOpta (Nasdaq: STKL), a U.S.-based global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable, plant-based, and fruit-based foods and beverages is proud to announce a partnership with BellRing Brands (NYSE: BRBR), the owner of Premier Protein, the leading brand of ready-to-drink (“RTD”) protein shakes, helping to establish SunOpta’s footprint in nutritional beverages.

Taste Radio: ‘Top Chef”s Tom Colicchio Has A Few Thoughts About ‘Good Food’

Renowned chef, restaurateur and “Top Chef” judge Tom Colicchio spoke about the development of his namesake food brand Colicchio Kitchen, his definition of “good food” and why he’s less intimidating than you might think. This episode also highlights a remarkable partnership between an upstart beverage company and an iconic spirit brand in a conversation with Social Hour co-founder Tom Macy and Nicole Austin, the general manager and distiller of George Dickel whiskey.

Richard’s Rainwater Drops New Design

On a mission to turn the bottled water industry right side up, Richard’s Rainwater announces a brand refresh with bold new packaging designed to stand out, just like their hometown of ATX.

AAPI Founders Energize, Innovate in RTDs

A new generation of hard seltzers and canned cocktails are positioning in the RTD alcohol category offering Asian flavors and twists on traditional beverages that connect with the Asian-American community and capitalize on a cultural zeitgeist among mainstream American consumers.

IFT FIRST Annual Event & Expo is Underway in Chicago

Thousands of food and beverage professionals are gathered this week at McCormick Place in Chicago from July 16-19 for IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo. Organized by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), IFT FIRST is the largest annual nexus between the academic and business sides of the food science world.

G.O.A.T. Fuel Embraces Athletic Focus with ‘Sports Energy’ Trademark

Since its founding in 2020, better-for-you energy drink startup G.O.A.T. Fuel has known it wanted to establish a base in the pro sports world. Now, as its footprint has surpassed 10,000 retail accounts nationwide, the brand is ready to go all in by trademarking the phrase “Sports Energy.”