Black Infusions Expands Sales Team
The makers of Black Infusions have expanded their team to keep pace with growing demand for their craft portfolio of all natural vodkas infused with dried fruit.
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John Horn Appointed CEO of Marussia Beverages USA
Marussia Beverages is pleased to announce the appointment of John Horn as Chief Executive Officer, Marussia Beverages USA. Mr. Horn will oversee, lead, and help prepare the company for its next stage of domestic and international growth.
Dwayne Johnson and Teremana Tequila Bring Back ‘Guac On The Rock’ Campaign
Beginning May 1 through Sunday, May 8 Dwayne ‘The Rock” Johnson and his ultra-premium, small batch tequila, Teremana, are bringing back “Guac on The Rock” - an initiative to encourage people around the country to continue to support their local restaurants.
Island District Launches Four New Canned Cocktails and Vodka Variety Pack
Sparkling craft cocktail company Island District launches a new wave of functional ready-to-drink beverages, giving customers even more ways to enjoy a night out without facing harsh repercussions the next morning thanks to hydrating electrolytes in their coconut and aloe water-based cocktails.
NielsenIQ: Easter Holiday Accelerates Non-Alc Beverage Sales
Beverage dollar sales rose 11.4% in the two-weeks, accelerating from 8.2% growth for the four-week period and 11.3% for the 52-weeks. The dollar sales bump was accompanied by a turnaround in volumes, which rose 1.4% in the two-weeks, compared to a -1.7% decline for the four-week period, with CSDs and energy drinks seeing some of the strongest volume increases.
OMAGE Expands Its Retail Footprint
OMAGE, the cognac-inspired American brandy produced with a nod to the more experienced palate of today’s brandy consumers, continues its rapid retail growth following the brand’s recent market entry in October 2021.
Co-Founder Of Anteel Tequila Partners With Michigan Bottled Water Brand B DOPE
Don Ferguson, co-founder of Michigan headquartered, multiple Award-Winning premium tequila brand Anteel Tequila, has become a partner and Business Development Director for Michigan-based bottled water brand B DOPE, LLC.
United Offers Free Spritz Society Cocktails on Flights to Italy
Just in time for summer, United will offer complimentary Spritz Society premium sparkling cocktails onboard select flights to Italy. These new, award-winning cocktails will be available on United’s expanded seasonal flights between Chicago and Milan starting May 6 and the airline’s summer flights between New York/Newark and Rome starting May 26. Customers can also purchase Spritz Society cocktails for $2 in the Chicago O’Hare and Newark United ClubSM locations during the first month they’re available onboard from that airport.
PGA Tour Professional Graeme McDowell Announces Launch of His New Irish Whiskey: Grey Coast
Minnesota-based Prestige Beverage Group announced that it is partnering with Northern Ireland native, the 2010 US Open Champion and Ryder Cup legend, Graeme McDowell; alongside brand development engine, Fluid Assets, and the world-renowned Boann Distillery to release Grey Coast Irish Whiskey. This dynamic group has combined to produce an unconventional ‘Irish-American Whiskey’ that, inspired by the life and passion of Graeme McDowell, redefines not only what it means to be a whiskey drinker but what it means to make the most out of the moments that matter.
IRI: COVID-Driven Demand for Convenience, At-Home CPG Remains High Despite Inflation
Over two years into the pandemic, demand for CPG products has changed to reflect consumers’ need for convenience, while high inflation has fueled increased demand for self-care and wellness products,…
James & James Expands Retail Footprint In a New Partnership With Eagle Rock Distributing Company
James & James, the bottled hemp seltzer made with full spectrum, hemp flower-derived CBD extract, is now available across Colorado, thanks to a new partnership with Eagle Rock Distributing Company.
Jack Daniel’s Launches First Super Premium Line Extension in 25 Years
LYNCHBURG, Tenn.— The Jack Daniel Distillery introduces Jack Daniel’s Bonded Tennessee Whiskey and Jack Daniel’s Triple Mash Blended Straight Whiskey as the first two permanent expressions in the brand’s new…
Brands Bring Boba Tea to RTD, Frozen Formats
If you live in a major U.S. city, chances are you’re not too far from a boba tea shop. The indulgent Taiwanese beverage, also known as bubble tea or occasionally “Black Pearl” tea, was invented in the 1980s and is defined by the addition of marble-sized tapioca “pearls” – boba – to sugary milk tea, and traditionally is drank through an oversized straw that allows the boba to be consumed one at a time.
KidsLuv Introduces Its Newest Flavor: Beary Berry
KidsLuv, the vitamin-enhanced, zero sugar kids beverage, today introduces its newest flavor, Beary Berry, with immune-boosting Vitamin D and Zinc. The new flavor will join the brand’s three existing fun-luving flavors, Flying Fla-Mango, Peach Me I’m Orange, and Starstruck Coconut. All four flavors have zero sugar, only 10 calories, 2g carbs, and nine essential Vegan vitamins and minerals in each serving.