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Introducing Tepozán: Jalisco’s Best Kept Secret

Tepozán Tequila is produced with a steadfast commitment to the traditional method of tequila-making using only the highest-grade, mature blue agave, natural yeast and volcanic filtered well-water from Master Distiller Don Carlos’ estate.

Belvedere Introduces Belvedere Organic Infusions

Belvedere, the world’s first super-premium vodka, today introduces Belvedere Organic Infusions: organic Polish rye vodka with organic fruits & botanicals expertly woven together to create layered but balanced flavor profiles chosen to best display the intricate and natural essences of each ingredient.

Brightfield Report Anticipates Strong Growth Across Consumable CBD Categories

As pandemic restrictions begin to lift and consumers slowly return to “new normal” habits, the U.S. CBD market is expected to see a strong recovery throughout 2021 while laying the groundwork for the market to return to its “explosive and volatile growth” by 2022, according to a recent report by Chicago-based intelligence firm Brightfield Group.

Report: Oatly to Go Public at $17 Per Share, $10B Valuation

Oatly is going public at $17 per share, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal, which cited sources familiar with the matter. The company offered 84.4 million shares and the IPO raised $1.43 billion, giving the company a valuation of roughly $10 billion.

New Mood Support Patent For Affron Saffron

Affron, Pharmactive Biotech Products, SL’s flagship saffron extract, has been awarded a US patent for its proven positive role in low mood support. This patent serves as an official recognition of the company’s unique process in the formulation of affron and its ability to assist individuals with low mood related issues.

Watch: Category Closeup: Product Showcase – CSDs/Soda

This month’s episode of Category Close-Up: Product Showcase focuses on the CSDs/Soda category and features interviews with Top Note American Mixers, United Sodas of America, Corina’s Switchy, LA Libations (Mad Vine), Casamara Club and Soda Bossa.

Kissing Cousins Whiskey Annual Release Set For Memorial Day

We are thrilled at the prospect of a fantastic summer celebrating life’s epic milestones and the simply grand, every day moments - in person this year. Kicking off a season full of not-to-miss events, is our annual release of Journeyman Distillery's “Kissing Cousins” Whiskey. In a year without a lot of kissing, this batch of Kissing Cousins is well worth the wait!

Gallery: Spring’s Latest Ready-To-Drink Cocktails

With warmer weather approaching, spirit brands have launched a variety of refreshing and low calorie canned-cocktails for consumers to enjoy throughout the summer months. Check out the gallery for the latest RTD offerings with new brands debuts and everything from sparkling margaritas to whiskey lemonade.

Investor Speed Dating Series: Connecting Brands with Investors this June & July

This summer’s Speed Dating events will be even more frequent, as well as more focused. Our upcoming events will be 60 minutes instead of two hours to free up calendars and allow participation in multiple events. Each event is also now focused on a particular fundraising stage and/or category of products to lead to more qualified conversations.

New Legislation Seeks to Open CBD Food and Beverage Market

Filed by Sens. Ron Wyden (D-OR), Rand Paul (R-KY) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), the Hemp Access and Consumer Safety Act calls for “hemp, hemp-derived cannabinoid, or substance containing any other ingredient derived from hemp” to be exempted from established prohibitions currently on the books.