Diesel Beverages Receives First Purchase Order from Southern Eagle Distributing
Diesel Beverages announced it has received a purchase order from a major beverage distributor.
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Spirit of Gallo Expands Tequila Offering Through Partnership with Komos
As tequila sales continue to outpace all other traditional spirit categories*, Spirit of Gallo has announced a strategic investment in the Tequila Komos brand, the highest-rated tequila portfolio, assuming U.S. distribution rights effective immediately.
KDP, Bang Reported to be in Acquisition Talks
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is in discussions to acquire Bang Energy from Vital Pharmaceuticals Inc. (VPX), according to reports this week, with sources placing potential valuations between $2 to $3 billion or more.
Boardroom Spirits Announces Vodka Iced Tea Distribution Expansion into Massachusetts
Boardroom Spirits, an award-winning innovative craft distillery based in Lansdale, PA, announces its product availability and expansion milestone to Massachusetts through a partnership with Coastal Craft Distributors.
Old Forge Distillery Launches Rocky Top Corn Whiskey
Old Forge Distillery has announced the launch of Rocky Top Corn Whiskey, a spirit honoring the tradition and celebration of sports in the south.
Electrolit Names Christian Patiño Webb as CEO
Hydration beverage producer Electrolit has named former Red Bull senior director of marketing Christian Patiño Webb as its new CEO. Patiño Webb comes to the company from Unilever, where he served as VP of marketing for SmartyPants Vitamins.
Greenbar Distillery Adds ‘UnSpritz’ to Portfolio of RTDs
Greenbar Distillery, Los Angeles’ first distillery since Prohibition and home to the world’s largest portfolio of USDA certified organic spirits, has created a non-alcoholic version of its popular Hibiscus Spritz.
Cathead Distillery Introduces One of the Oldest Barrel-Aged Gins
Cathead Distillery, Mississippi’s first and oldest legal distillery, is thrilled to announce the release of three age statements of their award-winning Bristow Gin, including a 1-, 4-, and 7-year Barrel Aged Reserve.
Pepsi Gears Up For 2022 Football Season With New Pepsi Gametime Fridge TV
On the heels of renewing its nearly four-decade partnership with the NFL earlier this year, Pepsi is making sure fans everywhere know football watching is #BetterWithPepsi and can unapologetically enjoy their favorite fall pastime with an ice-cold Pepsi Zero Sugar.
Vita Coco: Chairman Mike Kirban on Managing Margins, RTD Innovation
After more than a decade spent establishing the category in the U.S. in the shadow of Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and others, in 2022 Vita Coco stands alone as the definitive coconut water leader.
6 Recently Launched Summer RTD Cocktails
Though fall is just around the corner, many beverage brands and distilleries are still rolling out summer-inspired RTD cocktails. Check out this gallery for the most recent releases from brands like Cathead Distillery, Reed’s and OTR Premium Cocktails.
Electrolit Welcomes Christian Patiño Webb as New Chief Executive Officer
Electrolit – the preferred, premium hydration beverage made from pharmaceutical quality grade ingredients - is pleased to welcome Christian Patiño Webb as the company's new Chief Executive Officer.
Distill Ventures Aims to Accelerate Representation in Spirits
If you’re a BIPOC or woman entrepreneur, the statistics on your access to capital aren’t promising. Black entrepreneurs, for instance, received 1% of the venture capital invested in U.S. startups in the first half of 2021, according to CrunchBase. Meanwhile, only about 2% of venture capital goes to women entrepreneurs.
Four Roses Continues Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Efforts
Four Roses Distillery announced it will be continuing its relief efforts to help those affected by the floods in Eastern Kentucky, with a $50,000 cash donation to the Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund and a hand-selected single barrel release with 100% of proceeds donated to the fund.