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Oatly CEO Petersson: “We’re Market Leaders”

On Tuesday, Oatly closed one of the largest food and beverage financing deals of the year when it announced a $200 million funding round led by Blackstone Growth. Speaking with BevNET, Oatly CEO Toni Petersson said the financing represents a diversification of the company’s ownership structure, bringing in an American firm that will work directly with its European and Asian arms.

Rooted Shots Rebrands to Ryla

Rooted Shots has rebranded to Ryla. Ryla offers plant-based immunity support blends in powder form that contain 500mg of Vitamin C and organic superfoods that are easy to take on the go.

Once Upon A Coconut Announces Launch

Introducing Once Upon A Coconut – the first premium coconut water created with a purpose in mind – to give back.

Survey: C-Store Retailers Upbeat on Beverages

Thanks in part to encouraging sales growth and a rebound in energy drinks, C-store retailers are more optimistic about the outlook for the total beverage category than a month ago, according to a survey conducted by Goldman Sachs Equity Research analysts published today.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 93: The Tools You Already Have To Succeed In Tough Times

Greg Fleishman, co-founder and CEO of clean label baking mix and snack company Foodstirs, discussed how the brand has adapted to a new consumer environment, explained how to manage and enhance relationships with retail buyers, why it’s critical to leverage every resource at your disposal during the pandemic and why consumer communication is the one thing that keeps him up at night.

Casamigos Tequila Founder Turns to Sports Drinks With Recover 180°

As consumers continue to seek better-for-you options in the hydration and sports drink space, Arizona-based Recover 180° is aiming to amplify its nationwide presence as it expands into new regional markets across the country. Founded in 2018 by real estate developer Mike Meldman, Recover 180° makes a line of functional hydration drinks intended to meet multiple need states including post-workout, travel, and hangovers.

SprintToSuccess S1E2: Strategy Process

In episode two of SprintToSuccess, we’ll be giving a glimpse into our sprint strategy process and show you how we applied it to Melissa’s brand and tackle some of her challenges. We cover surveying her competitive category, identifying a target, crafting positioning, and honing brand personality and tone.

CYPET Introduces Unique Handle for 5 Gallon PET Bottles

Health concerns over BPA (Bis-Phenol A) found in Polycarbonate, have resulted in a tendency to shift from Polycarbonate to PET for 5-gallon returnable water cooler bottles. The main challenge for…

Barnie’s Coffee & Tea Co. Launches New 32 Oz. Bottled Cold Brew

Barnie’s Coffee & Tea Co. invites loyal fans and new customers, alike, to chillax this summer with today’s rollout of its newest product, a 32 oz. convenient “grab-and-go”  bottle of unsweetened Barnie’s Cold Brew.