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NielsenIQ: Non-Alc Beverage Sales Growth Accelerates Against Strong Pricing

Non-alcoholic beverage sales growth accelerated in the two-week period ending November 5, according to an analysis of NielsenIQ data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research. Total beverage retail dollar sales were up around 15% in the two-week period, picking up pace compared to 13.7% for the four-week period and 12.7% for the 12-week period.

Can Hard Coffee Keep Its Buzz Going?

Espresso martinis have made a comeback at bars, but can their canned counterparts revive the hard coffee segment? Just a few years ago, hard coffee drinks burst into the scene as major brands like Jameson, Jäegermeister, and Pabst Blue Ribbon brought together cold brew and alcohol in bottled or canned form.

Wild Leap Expands Portfolio with New Spirits Line

Wild Leap Craft Beverages, LaGrange-based brewery and distillery, introduces the next five products of the Wild Leap Spirits Line, adding to the already successful portfolio of award-winning beers, cocktails and spirits.

TX Whiskey Announces Launch of New Blended Whiskey

The makers of TX Blended Whiskey and TX Straight Bourbon announced the launch of TX Blended Whiskey – Texas Flavor Series Limited Edition with Avoca Coffee. This product launch marks the brands first flavored whiskey in a brand-new flavor series lineup.  

Spirits: 7 New Pre-Thanksgiving RTD Cocktail Releases

As the holiday season approaches, some RTD cocktail brands are leaning into winter-inspired flavors while others are holding onto an eternal summer. Check out this gallery for the latest launches from brands like Spirited Hive, Cutwater Spirits and Dewey Crush.

Nuritas Obtains Self-Affirmed GRAS Status for PeptiStrong

Nuritas, the world leader in Artificial Intelligence-based peptide discovery, has announced that it has achieved self-affirmed GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for their pioneering muscle health intelligent ingredient PeptiStrong. PeptiStrong's cell-signaling technology is powered by Nuritas exclusive natural peptides, unlocked from the fava bean. 

Bar Agricole Launches Single Origin Spirits Line

Bar Agricole, the nationally renowned bar from agricultural spirits pioneer Thad Vogler, launches a single origin spirits line focused on transparent and direct sourcing, heritage distillation practices, and the provenance and quality of ingredients.

Taste Radio: Consumers Crave An Immersive Experience, And All The Details Matter. Tacombi Has Shown The Way.

Dario Wolos, the founder and CEO of fast-growing Mexican-inspired restaurant chain Tacombi and consumer brand Vista Hermosa, spoke about his vision to share Mexican culture through authentic food, hospitality and experience, how the journey of building a business has come to define who he is as an entrepreneur and a leader, and his decision to align with acclaimed restaurateur Danny Meyer.

Biodegradable Bottled Water Brand Cove Launches in Erewhon

After years of research and development, sustainable beverage company Cove is introducing its biodegradable bottled water next month in Erewhon stores in California. Since 2018, California-based Cove has been working to develop a truly revolutionary innovation with the potential to address systemic sustainability and recycling challenges: a plastic-free, biodegradable bottle.