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Report: Health-Ade Lands $20M Coke Equity Investment [Updated]

by Martín Caballero, Jul. 17, 2019 at 5:12 pm

Kombucha maker Health-Ade has secured a $20 million equity investment from The Coca-Cola Company, according to a report from Mergermarket citing two sources familiar with the matter.

Laphroaig Releases Cairdeas Triple Wood Cask Strength

by Press Release, Jul. 17, 2019 at 5:00 pm

Each year, Laphroaig Distillery manager, John Campbell, crafts a limited edition malt to celebrate friendship (“Cairdeas” in Gaelic). Those who were lucky enough to attend this year’s Fèis Ìle celebrations had the chance to share a dram of this unique whisky, which is one of the most anticipated Laphroaig offerings each year.

Dashfire Adds to Bitters Line

by Press Release, Jul. 17, 2019 at 4:33 pm

Vision Wine & Spirits, the national sales & import division of Martignetti Companies, together with Dashfire, are pleased to announce exciting new additions to their line of bitters.

In The Courtroom: Keurig Coffee Pods Recycling Suit Moves Forward

by Erin Cabrey, Jul. 17, 2019 at 4:12 pm

A California judge denied a motion on June 28 to dismiss a class action lawsuit against Keurig Green Mountain (now Keurig Dr Pepper) claiming its single-serve plastic coffee pods were mislabeled as “recyclable.”

Captain Morgan Partners with Major League Soccer

by Press Release, Jul. 17, 2019 at 3:21 pm

Continuing what has already been a huge summer for soccer, Captain Morgan announces that it has signed with Major League Soccer (MLS) to become the league’s official spiced rum and exclusive spirits partner through 2022.

Elevator Talk: YAYAYA Wants to Elevate Consumers’ Mood and Energy with Yaupon

by BevNET.com Staff, Jul. 17, 2019 at 3:02 pm

Rachael Young is the founder and CEO of YAYAYA, a beverage company focused on crafting feel-good functional energy drinks made with yaupon and infused with herbs. Described as a tea-like plant, Yaupon is high in caffeine and theobromine, a nootropic identified as a mood booster.

Cannabis Forum 2019: The Evolution of Demand for Infused Products

by BevNET.com Staff, Jul. 17, 2019 at 2:56 pm

In this presentation recorded on June 14, 2019 at Cannabis Forum Summer 2019 in New York City, New Frontier Data chief knowledge officer John Kagia breaks down the “five forces” currently disrupting the global cannabis marketplace, including expanded legal access, therapeutic efficacy, product innovation, convenience, and growing social acceptance.

Ska Brewing Debuts Skagua Sparkling Water in Cans

by Press Release, Jul. 17, 2019 at 1:14 pm

Skagua, Ska Brewing’s house-made sparkling water, is hitting cans for the first time. This non-alcoholic, Ska Tasting Room favorite will be available locally in three flavor varieties beginning on July 19.

Taffer’s Mixologist Cocktail Mixer Line Launches

by Press Release, Jul. 17, 2019 at 11:44 am

Renowned hospitality, nightclub and bar expert Jon Taffer is bringing the craft cocktail experience to the home with a line of simple, high-quality, pre-made cocktail mixes called Taffer’s Mixologist.

Shawn Mendes and Manager Join Flow Water as Investors and Advisors

by Press Release, Jul. 17, 2019 at 11:00 am

Flow Alkaline Spring Water, the premium, naturally alkaline spring water brand announced their partnership with Shawn Mendes and music manager Andrew Gertler today. Shawn Mendes and Andrew Gertler have joined the company as investors and advisors.

Taste Radio Ep. 171: How Jelly Belly Turned a Colossal Failure Into One of Its Greatest Successes

by BevNET.com Staff, Jul. 16, 2019 at 4:55 pm

As part of our interview, Jelly Belly president/CEO Lisa Rowland Brasher discussed how the company’s focus on creating unique experiences for its consumers has contributed to its evolution into an iconic candy brand. She also discussed how “better for you” and functional varieties fit into the portfolio and recounted how one disastrous flavor that never made it to market turned out to be quite useful down the line. This episode is presented by Flavorman, the beverage architects.