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Straightaway Adds ‘Paper Plane’ and ‘Spritz’ to RTD Cocktail Collection

by Press Release, Oct. 31, 2019 at 1:30 pm

Since launching their line of bottled cocktails in December 2018, Portland-based Straightaway has earned the respect of drink professionals and enthusiasts alike. After years of “bootlegging” their own libations for friends and family, local brand builder Cy Cain and drinks expert Casey Richwine co-founded Straightaway to allow more people to enjoy a harmoniously balanced cocktail with the same ease of opening a can or bottle.

Sammy Hagar and Guy Fieri Debut Santo Tequila Blanco

by Press Release, Oct. 31, 2019 at 12:30 pm

In the weeks following its introduction, Santo Tequila Blanco – a premium old world-style tequila from legendary rocker and entrepreneur, Sammy Hagar and acclaimed Emmy Award-winning chef and restaurateur, Guy Fieri – is heating up the California marketplace.

Applied Food Sciences Debuts CoffeeProtein

by Press Release, Oct. 31, 2019 at 11:37 am

Applied Food Sciences (AFS) debuted CoffeeProtein, the brand-new plant-based protein at SupplySide West. CoffeeProtein is an innovative, organic protein extract from green coffee beans.

Montauk Hard Label Rolls Out RTD Canned Cocktail Line

by Press Release, Oct. 31, 2019 at 11:28 am

Montauk Hard Label (MHL) has begun rolling out ready-to-drink (RTD) canned cocktails following the success of its small-batch flavored whiskey. The brand’s flagship Blueberry Whiskey and Peach Whiskey are commonly seen on cocktail menus throughout New York and Connecticut where MHL serves as a secret weapon for bartenders to create fun signature cocktails.

Distribution Roundup: Waltz CBD Seltzer Launches in Colorado

by Brad Avery, Oct. 30, 2019 at 4:55 pm

Waltz CBD Seltzer Launches in Colorado; NOCCO Adds 500 Accounts Nationwide; Phivida Partners with Gotham Brands for Oki Rollout; Califia Farms Adds 3,200 7-Eleven Stores; Spindrift Launches in Publix; Cafe Agave To Expand Across the Country; Petal Adds Gelson’s; Positive Beverage Adds Target in California and Colorado

Live to Give Launches Bottled Water, Donating 50 Percent of Net Profits to Military, First Responders

by Press Release, Oct. 30, 2019 at 4:30 pm

Live to Give, a new brand dedicated to providing consumers with an easy way to give back, has announced the official launch of Live to Give bottled water.

Elevator Talk: Protea Is Bringing Almond Milk Tea Lattes to Boston

by BevNET.com Staff, Oct. 30, 2019 at 4:23 pm

Chnia Williams is the founder of Protea, a beverage startup that’s offering a line of plant-based tea lattes made with fresh crafted almond milk and sweetened with honey. The brand aims to deliver a premium experience by lightly brewing organic tea leaves for a smooth and non-bitter flavor.

Cafe Agave Spiked Cold Brew to Expand Distribution to 25 Markets

by Press Release, Oct. 30, 2019 at 3:52 pm

Cafe Agave Spiked Cold Brew, the revolutionary canned cocktail brand, continues its national rollout. Following the brand’s successful launch in Nevada and Arizona, Cafe Agave is now expanding to CA, WA, OR, CO, TX, NY, IN and IA this holiday season, with an additional 15 states slated for Q1 and Q2 2020.

Molson Coors Announces Plan to Restructure Business, Cut Workforce and Invest in New Brands

by Justin Kendall, Oct. 30, 2019 at 3:30 pm

As part of the restructuring, Molson Coors will also change its named to the Molson Coors Beverage Company in 2020 to reflect the company’s “strategic intent to expand beyond beer and into other growth adjacencies.”

Right On Brands Debuts New Hemp-Infused Sparkling Teas and Energy Bars

by Press Release, Oct. 30, 2019 at 1:31 pm

Right On Brands, Inc., an SEC, fully-reporting company and developer of a broad line of hemp and CBD-based foods, beverages, tinctures and topical products, has announced the debut of three new hemp-infused sparkling teas and five new energy bars at the recent Lipari Foods national sales meeting in Warren, MI.

Silk Expands Oat Yeah Oatmilk Line to Include Oat Yeah The 0g Sugar One

by Press Release, Oct. 30, 2019 at 12:32 pm

Silk, America's No. 1 plant-based beverage brand, is expanding its popular range of Oat Yeah oatmilk products to include a new category exclusive: a 0g-sugar beverage option.

NOCCO Beverage Company Announces Expansion into 500 Accounts Nationwide

by Press Release, Oct. 30, 2019 at 11:14 am

NOCCO – a leading no carb, branched chain amino acids (BCAA) beverage company based in Europe – has announced that the brand has expanded into 500 accounts across the United States, including 50 gyms in Las Vegas.

USDA Interim Hemp Rules Approved and Released

by Beth Kaiserman, Oct. 30, 2019 at 10:22 am

The White House has approved the USDA's long awaited federal rules to guide hemp production. A draft of the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program guidelines was published Tuesday on USDA’s website, and once published in the Federal Register on Thursday, public comments will be open for 60 days.

Coke, Pepsi, KDP Announce Sustainability Initiative

by Erin Cabrey, Oct. 29, 2019 at 4:46 pm

At a press conference earlier today, The Coca-Cola Company, Keurig Dr Pepper and PepsiCo announced the launch of Every Bottle Back, a sustainability initiative in conjunction with World Wildlife Fund (WWF), The Recycling Partnership and Closed Loop Partners.