Apple Rush Announces Official Launch of Element C Hemp Extract Infused Beverages
The Apple Rush Company, Inc. is proud to update its loyal shareholders on the scheduled production of its previously announced hemp extract infused sparkling beverages.
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Orgain’s Grants for Greater Good Aims to Champion Health and Wellness Start-ups with $150K Grant Program
Orgain, creator of the first organic ready-to-drink nutrition shake and innovator of high-quality and convenient clean nutrition products, is proud to announce the launch of Grants for Greater Good. The program aims to further Orgain’s mission of championing wellness through preventative measures like nutrition, active lifestyle, and mindfulness.
Taste Radio Insider Ep. 72: What Sparked A ‘R.E.D.D.’ Revolution? Plus, How To Stand Out With A Sweet Story.
This week’s episode focuses on how two food companies are evolving to meet the needs of modern consumers. In our first interview, we spoke with Alden Blease and Emma Frelinghuysen, the founder and CEO, respectively, of R.E.D.D. Bar, who discussed the reasons for and execution of a rebrand and reformulation. Later, we sat down with Arnold Coombs of top-selling organic maple syrup brand Coombs Family Farms, who discussed how the company has built consumer loyalty through education about the product’s health benefits along with the development of an innovative package.
IZO Agave Spirits Launches Mezcal Joven
New from IZO Agave Spirits comes a pure, all-natural Mezcal Joven, handcrafted from start to finish at its Mexican point of origin for a smooth, award-winning flavor. Founded by Gaston Martinez - a native of Mexico - IZO is a collection of premium, handcrafted agave spirits, produced sustainably right in the heart of rural Durango, according to centuries of tradition.
PepsiCo: Q4, 2019 Results Beat Expectations as Beverage Portfolio Expands
PepsiCo beat analyst expectations in its fourth quarter and full year 2019 earnings report yesterday, with its beverage division posting its growth rate since 2015. The company overall reported Q4 net revenue growing 5.7% to $20.64 billion and 3.9% for the full year to $67.16 billion; meanwhile, organic revenue grew 4.5% for the full year versus 3.7% in 2018.
Venture Capitalist Chris Hollod on Why He is Investing in the ‘Alternative Alcohol’ Space
Chris Hollod wants to be known as one of the most active angel investors in the alcohol space. After about a decade of making investments with billionaire Ron Burkle and actor Ashton Kutcher, Hollod, a Los Angeles-based venture capitalist, struck out on his own in 2019 and has shifted his focus from investing in tech companies such as Airbnb, Uber, Spotify and Warby Parker, to investing in consumer packaged good companies, specifically “alternative alcohol” companies.
Country Band Midland Launches Insólito Tequila in Texas
INSÓLITO, the new super-premium tequila, which is backed by Critically-Acclaimed Country band Midland and made using a unique process of crafting small batch tequila, has launched three expressions in the band’s home state of Texas.
Pharmactive’s Saffron Earns Organic Seal
The nutraceutical powerhouse Pharmactive Biotech Products, S.L. has received organic certifications for its range of saffron-based formulations, affron® and affronEYE®. The company was granted its organic designation from the Committee of Ecological Agriculture of Madrid (CAEM) rising to meet the burgeoning global consumer demand for naturally sourced botanicals.
Reneva Introduces New Products
Introducing the new Reneva Fit & Reneva Fresh 4-pack, the only delicious on-the-go collagen protein drinks with clinically-tested collagen peptides shown to work, an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, and absolutely zero sugar, carbohydrates, or preservatives.
Nestlé Waters North America Announces its ReadyRefresh by Nestlé Delivery Service Has Achieved Carbon Neutrality
Nestlé Waters North America Inc. (NWNA) has announced that its ReadyRefresh® by Nestlé® direct-to-consumer beverage delivery service has achieved carbon neutrality and earned the CarbonNeutral® company certification for the year 2020 in accordance with The CarbonNeutral Protocol, a global standard for carbon neutral programs.
New England Patriots Receiver Julian Edelman Invests in Perfect Hydration
Edelman, a three-time Super Bowl champion, initially partnered with Perfect Hydration as a brand ambassador in June. Speaking with BevNET in January, the wide receiver said he has “always been an advocate of alkaline water,” which he credited with helping him recover quicker from workouts and games.
Instagram Star Dan Bilzerian’s Ignite Beverages Set to Enter Non-Alc This Spring
Ignite Beverages, led by "King of Instagram" Dan Bilzerian, will debut its first non-alcoholic products this spring: an alkaline water, labeled as “Water Powered by IGNITE,” and a nootropic-infused performance energy drink called ZRO by IGNITE.
Soylent CEO Crowley Exits, Demir Vangelov Named as Successor
Soylent announced yesterday that CEO Bryan Crowley has been replaced, naming former CFO & COO Demir Vangelov to the chief executive role. In a blog post, Soylent chairman and co-founder Rob Rhinehart said the leadership change comes as the company looks to make changes to its strategy and product.
Elevator Talk: Yumix Offers Fresh Mixed Cocktails Utilizing Unique Packaging
Lea Feghali is the co-founder and chief brand officer at Yumix, a beverage brand with a fresh proposition for cocktail consumers. Instead of offering a premixed ready-to-drink cocktail, the brand’s unique packaging gives the user the experience and ability to mix spirits and fruit juice immediately before consuming.