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Hennessy Cognac Sales Drop in Q1

Revenue from the spirits and cognac segment of LVMH fell by 5% in Q1 2023 as Hennessy Cognac struggled in China and the U.S., the company reported yesterday in its first quarter revenue earnings report.

Six Questions with Pomp & Whimsy Founder, Nicola Nice

Before she founded gin brand Pomp & Whimsy, Nicola Nice spent 20 years advising alcohol companies on how to better connect with their audiences. The sociologist and brand strategist has consulted on spirits innovation for some of the largest global producers including Diageo, Bacardi, and Campari.

Positive Beverage Partners with Pavilions Stores in Southern California

Positive Beverage, a growing beverage company dedicated to offering health-conscious consumers delicious and nutritious zero calorie, zero sugar drinks, is excited to announce its new retail partnership with Pavilions stores in Southern California.

Court Orders Bang to Cease All Sales of ‘Super Creatine’ Cans

In another legal victory for Monster Energy, a California court issued a permanent injunction Wednesday against Bang Energy maker Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX), requiring the company to pull all products featuring the word “creatine” from store shelves and to cease selling Bang products featuring the term within 60 days.

Elevator Talk: Picadas, Venice Beach Beverages, MaKa, Sang

Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Nick Mindel, a partner with venture capital firm Amberstone, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.