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Todd Carmichael Teases First Look at Sparkling Water Venture

In a recent story in Philadelphia magazine, La Colombe co-founder and CEO Todd Carmichael teased details of his next career move: launching Rebel Beverage Labs, a sparkling water company focused on developing a “platform where you can play within mouthfeel.”

L.A. Libations Expands Incubator “Innovation Center” Program

After a successful launch with Sprouts last year, L.A. Libations is continuing to leverage its industry connections to bring more retailers into its expanding “innovation center” program fueled by the company’s SoCal Incubation Program (SIP).

NAUD Spirits & M.S. Walker Brands Partner With Recording Artist & Entrepreneur

NAUD Spirits and its U.S. importer M.S. Walker Brands announced a new partnership with Grammy-nominated artist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and media multihyphenate Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins. NAUD’s portfolio of premium craft spirits is anchored by a line of premium cognacs currently available in the U.S.

Aura Bora Scales Up, Tackles Conventional Channel

Fruit and botanical-infused sparkling water startup Aura Bora is looking to make an impression with mainstream consumers early as the San Francisco-based brand expands its sales team and takes to the conventional channel. Since raising $2 million in a seed round this spring, Aura Bora has expanded its retail footprint to about 2,000 doors nationwide.

Expo East 2021 Editors’ Recap: News, Trends and Products

In this video recap, BevNET and NOSH editors Martin Caballero, Carol Ortenberg and Jeff Klineman discuss the latest news, trends and products that emerged from the show, touching on the evolution of keto-friendly products, the impact and influence of alternative retail channels, and much more.

Curamia Tequila Launches In the U.S. With Blanco Expression

Curamia Tequila, a new, exceptionally smooth tasting Tequila Blanco made from all-natural and 100% blue agave, is now available. The brainchild of Dafna Mizrahi, Curamia is the culmination of her quest to create the smoothest tasting tequila with a commitment to simplicity, sustainability, authenticity and craftsmanship.

17 New Fun-Flavored Beverages To Try This Month

Beverage companies innovated with a wide range of flavors this month from a Reese’s cup coffee from International Delight to Startburst-inspired C4 Energy drinks. The cannabis beverage industry also continued to grow with the debut of brands such as James & James and new products such as a THC-infused botanical beverage from AMASS.