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Keurig Dr Pepper Sued Over Arsenic in Imported Peñafiel Water

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is facing a class action lawsuit accusing the beverage giant of willfully ignoring repeated warnings over a period of years that its imported Peñafiel brand water products include dangerous levels of arsenic, including concerns raised by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) inspectors.

Basil Hayden’s Releases Caribbean Reserve Rye

Basil Hayden's Bourbon, one of the fastest growing super-premium bourbons on the market, proudly announces the limited-time release of Basil Hayden's Caribbean Reserve Rye.

Hella Cocktail Co. Launches Hella Bitters & Soda

New York City-based Hella Cocktail Co., a craft manufacturer of premium nonalcoholic mixers and bitters, presents their newest product to the SFA market and beyond: Hella Bitters & Soda.

Key Anheuser-Busch ‘Beyond Beer’ VP Randy Ornstein Suddenly Exits

Randy Ornstein -- who oversaw the sales strategy for alcoholic brands like Bon & Viv spiked seltzer, and non-alcoholic offerings such as Hiball Energy as the vice president of Anheuser-Busch’s Beyond Beer division -- has departed the company as of June 4.

Raw Generation Introduces Limited-Edition Summer Variety Pack Juices

Available for pre-order now, Raw Generation has introduced their new Summer Variety Pack consisting of three fresh summer flavors. Shipping on June 12, the trio of fresh and fruity summer flavors consists of Pineapple Pepper, Melon Mint and Spicy Lemonade. 

WTRMLN WTR Launches WTRMLN SportWTR

World Waters, the makers of the pioneering, cold-pressed WTRMLN WTR, announced the global launch of WTRMLN SportWTR. Next in the company's super clean hydration lineup, WTRMLN SportWTR is an electrolyte-filled, healthy hydrating and performance enhancing clean drink that supports however you Sport - from the court, field, boardroom or dance floor.

FDA Holds First Hearing on Cannabis Products

On Friday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) held its first hearing on cannabis products, including CBD food and drink products. Over 100 speakers, health professionals, manufacturers, consumers and others, urged the FDA to act quickly to create federal guidelines for the growing — and largely unregulated — industry.

Circle Kombucha Rebrands, Focuses on Midwest Growth

Indianapolis-based Circle City Kombucha has rebranded as Circle Kombucha. Along with its recent upgrade from a 2,000 square foot production space to a new 14,000 square foot facility, both moves are aimed to help the brand expand into other Midwest markets including Ohio and Chicago.

Weller Welcomes Megan Siegel Jansen as VP of Sales

In her new role, Siegel Jansen will be responsible for driving Weller’s growth within foodservice, retail and alternate channels. Siegel Jansen will also oversee and manage the brand’s national sales team as they to expand distribution due to the overwhelming popularity of their products.

Synergy Flavors Launches Hop Essences

Using its proprietary technology, Synergy Flavors, a leading supplier of flavors, extracts and essences for the global food and beverage industry, has launched a new portfolio of Synergy Pure hop essences that deliver the full aromatic and taste profile of several popular hop varietals.

Q Mixers Returns as Official Mixer Partner Of Bar Convent Brooklyn

Q, the Brooklyn born-and-bred brand of spectacular mixers, has announced it has signed on for the second consecutive year as the official mixer partner of the Bar Convent Brooklyn, to be held June 11-12 at the Brooklyn Expo Center, just a short ride from Q’s home offices. 

Perfect Hydration Alkaline Water Expands to Kroger Family of Companies Nationwide

Perfect Hydration Alkaline water will flood the shelves throughout the Kroger Family of Companies nationwide this summer. With remarkable success in select Ralph’s and 7-Elevens across the country, the alkalinized, mineralized, electrolyzed and ionized water is set to hit the shelves of Kroger Brand stores starting in early June 2019.

Three Olives Rosé Vodka Celebrates National Rosé Day with Nationwide Contest

Rosé is so much more than a drink, it’s a lifestyle, a symbol of endless fun, and now, rosé is a destination. Just in time for National Rosé Day, Three Olives Rosé Vodka invites Americans to paint the country pink and vote to rename neighborhoods, transit stops and local landmarks from New York to California.

MTN DEW Releases DEWNited States Collection

MTN DEW is celebrating what makes the United States great this summer by releasing the DEWnited States Collection, a limited-edition bottle series representing all 50 states.