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Coppa Cocktails Partners with M.S. Walker Brands to Launch Its Pre-Mixed Cocktails in the US

M.S. Walker Brands has partnered with Coppa Cocktails to bring its robust line of award-winning classic to contemporary premium pre-mixed cocktails to U.S. shores. Developed by Toorank International Spirits, a Dutch distilling and bottling company founded in 1978, Coppa Cocktails are currently available in more than 30 countries. With natural flavors and premium spirits, 15% ABV, a SRP of $17.99/750mL, and disruptive packaging, Coppa Cocktails appeal to the modern consumer who seeks high quality, convenience, and aesthetic appeal. The brand is currently distributed in more than 27 states with an aggressive nationwide rollout underway.

Profile: Industry Veterans InvestBev Look for Spirits for the Masses

Brian Rosen doesn’t want to invest in your vodka flavored with sriracha or lemon peel and cumin. The lifelong beverage entrepreneur and advisor is channeling his experience into growing spirit brands that instead have wide appeal, and he’s adding strategic capital through InvestBev, an investment firm focused on adult-beverage brands, raw distillate, beverage technology and cannabis.

Bang Announces Split from PepsiCo

After a year-and-a-half of high tension and muted sales, Bang Energy says it has officially ended its distribution partnership with PepsiCo. The Florida-based brand, a subsidiary of VPX Pharmaceuticals, announced in a brief press release today that “all disputes with PepsiCo have been fully settled and resolved” effective immediately and that the brand will return to DSD distribution through a number of new partnerships.

Kiva Sales and Service Secures Distribution Partnership With Jones Soda Co.

Jones Soda Co. (OTCQB: JSDA) (CSE: JSDA), the original craft soda known for its unconventional flavors and user photo-submitted labels, announced an exclusive partnership with Kiva Sales and Service (KSS), the industry-leading sales and distribution platform offering dispensaries a complete suite of curated, best-in-class brands, to launch its new line of cannabis-infused beverages, Mary Jones, into the California market.

Wyoming Whiskey Releases Powder River Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Wyoming Whiskey announces the release of its limited edition Powder River straight bourbon whiskey as a continuation of its annual Wyoming-only releases. This whiskey is crafted from nineteen barrels of Wyoming Whiskey’s finest bourbon which offer a complex interplay between spice, sweet, and savory notes. With only 360 cases available statewide hitting shelves on June 24, the product is expected to sell out quickly.  

Chinova Bioworks Raises $6 Million in Series A Investment

FREDERICTON, New Brunswick— Chinova Bioworks (Chinova), a Canadian company addressing the growing consumer demand for healthy, natural, clean-label ingredients, has closed a $6 million Series A funding round. DSM Venturing…

NACS: Inflation Could Boost Private Label, In-Store Convenience Sales Grew 8.7% in 2021

As inflation continues to put a higher burden on consumers’ wallets, the National Association of Conveniences Stores (NACS) predicted that private label CPG products could continue to play a larger role in total in-store sales, according to the industry group’s 2021 State of the Industry report, released this month.

Four Sigmatic Expands Range With Super Powders

Answering consumer demand for more caffeine-free products, mushroom supplement maker Four Sigmatic is widening its functional brand platform with the release of Super Powders, a three-SKU line of enhanced powdered mixes.

Flow Beverage Corp. Launches Best Selling Flavors in New Formats

Flow Beverage Corp. (TSX:FLOW; OTCQX:FLWBF) (“Flow” or the “Company”) announced that it has launched a 1 liter format for two of its best selling flavors, Strawberry Rose and Peach Blueberry. The new product formats have been launched through a national roll-out through Sprouts Farmers Market (“Sprouts”) locations and direct to consumer in the United States and Canada.

FEW Spirits and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Collaborate on Motor Oil Whiskey

FEW Spirits announces the release of Motor Oil Whiskey, a new, limited-release collaboration between FEW Spirits Founder and Master Distiller Paul Hletko and modern rock icons Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, honoring the 21st anniversary of the band’s seminal debut album, B.R.M.C.

Koloa Rum Company Introduces Sparkling Hawaiian Rum Canned Cocktails

Award-winning Koloa Rum Company launches Sparkling Hawaiian Rum Canned Cocktails — its latest ready-to-drink product line. Ideal for summer cocktails on-the-go, the new product complements Koloa Rum's existing broad portfolio, keeping in step with the company's ongoing development of products that capture a wide-ranging appeal.

Gothic Gin Named an Official Associate Partner of Goodwood Festival of Speed

U.S. gin brand Gothic Gin, a Double Gold award-winning gin in the internationally acclaimed 2022 San Francisco Spirits Competition, has been announced as an official associate partner of the Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard that takes place on June 23rd to 26th at Goodwood, West Sussex.