BUM Energy Expands Sales Team Ahead of Walmart, Target Rollouts in 2026
BUM Energy, the RTD drink brand of fitness supplement maker RAW Nutrition, has brought on a team of seasoned liquid experts as it expands into mass and club channel retailers.
News
Keychain Nets New $10M, Launches Retailer AI Tool
Keychain has secured another $10 million in investment as it launches its newest tool for sourcing private-label manufacturers.
Tariffs Force Hard Decisions For Liquor Retailers
Bev-alc retailers are adjusting their buying habits as the Trump administration’s signature economic policy continues to add volatility to the spirits and wine industries.
Taste Radio: Hemp Bevs Take A Hit. Trip Keeps Calm & Raises $40M.
A battle may be over, but has the war just begun? Baked into the deal to reopen the U.S. government is a provision that bans intoxicating hemp products. What does it mean for the future of THC-infused beverages? The hosts weigh in. We also sit down with Trip co-founder Olivia Ferdi, whose relaxation drink brand recently announced a $40 million funding round at a valuation of $300 million.
Reviews: We Dive Into Dirty Mountain Dew, While Orange Toucan Flies
This week's reviews features a pretty clear distinction between indulgence and function, but that doesn't mean they both can't be fun.
Kratom Brand Mitra-9 Class Action Dismissed
The plaintiff in a proposed federal class action lawsuit has voluntarily withdrawn their case against kratom beverage brand Mitra-9.
Manna Beverages Sells Former NorCal Plant to Redwood Beverage
Redwood Beverage Group is a newly formed investment platform that aims “to become one of the nation’s leading beverage co-packing companies," according to a statement.
Where Do Hemp THC Drinks Go From Here?
After a whirlwind few days this week, the multi-billion-dollar hemp-derived THC industry is waking up this morning to the stark reality that, barring the creation of a legal federal framework, they will be virtually extinct within a year.
Despite Tariffs and Disease, Perricone Farms Thrives Post-Merger
One year after merging, Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice and Perricone Farms are leveraging production capabilities to position for the future.
Distribution: Mateína Lands Whole Foods Exclusive Launch
The Canadian beverage company launched its 5-SKU line of 12 oz. cans at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide this week as a 90-day exclusive, marking its formal entry into U.S. retail stores.
Lifeway Posts Record Growth Amid $45M Production Facility Expansion
Leading U.S. kefir brand Lifeway Foods posted its 24th consecutive quarter of growth, with net sales up 24% year-over-year to $57.1 million, in its third-quarter earnings report.
San Francisco Bar Star Thad Vogler Aims to Disrupt RTDs With New Brand
On the precipice of its first national chain retail placement, Waste arrives as the world’s first canned cocktail made from upcycled ingredients.
BevNET CPG Media Launches Nombase Education, An Expert-Led Learning Platform for CPG Founders & Operators
BevNET CPG Media is excited to announce the launch of Nombase Education, a new Insider-exclusive learning platform designed to provide founders and operators across the food, beverage, and beer industries with on-demand, expert-led education.
Banking on Mexican-Inspired Flavors, Brown-Forman Expands New Mix in The US
New Mix, Mexico’s top ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail, has been testing retail shelves across select markets this year, with a wider rollout announced today.