Cocalero Clásico Makes U.S. Debut
Cocalero Clásico, the premium South American-inspired botanical spirit that has taken Asia by storm, is now available in select U.S. markets.
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Shakira Invests in High Brew Coffee
High Brew Coffee, an Austin-based natural beverage company, is excited to announce a new celebrity investor in singer, songwriter and music superstar, Shakira. The savvy businesswoman is using her talents to help bring High Brew’s “For Those Who Do” message to a larger, diverse audience.
BevNET Live Summer 2019: The Next Five Years for Cannabis Beverages
With much of the cannabis space still in constant flux, BDS Analytics VP of consumer insights Jessica Lukas closed out the second day of BevNET Live Summer 2019, held June 13 in New York City, by breaking down the state of the market for both THC and CBD beverages and offering her predictions for what the next five years of cannabis drinks look like.
Wyoming Whiskey Announces Limited Edition Statesman Bourbon
Wyoming Whiskey pays tribute to Clifford P. Hansen, one of the most iconic figures in Wyoming’s history with Statesman, a limited release bourbon coming to liquor stores across the state of Wyoming on July 1.
Lo-Fi Aperitifs Expands to Southern California
Lo-Fi Aperitifs brings its undeniable California spirit and exciting line of lavish botanical aperitifs to Southern California this spring, anchoring the brand’s West Coast roots with its newest expansion.
Taste Radio Insider Ep. 41: How Leaders in CBD, E-Commerce & Venture Capital Strategize and Win
This edition of Taste Radio Insider features highlights from interviews with six founders, creators and industry experts who joined us on the show during the first half of 2019, including Hint founder/CEO Kara Goldin, venture capitalist Chris Hollod, Recess founder/CEO Benjamin Witte, attorney & investor Ryan Lewendon, MALK founder/CEO August Vega and nutpods founder/CEO Madeline Haydon. This episode is presented by BevSource.
BevNET Live Summer 2019: Growing Beyond the Box with LifeAID
LifeAID co-founders Aaron Hinde and Orion Melehan shared what they’ve learned on their journey from niche online brand to conventional retail, from investing in your team to making consumers a part of the innovation process.
Elevator Talk: Upwell Wants to Uplift Consumers with Hemp Infused Sparkling Water
Upwell Beverages makes flavored sparkling water infused with broad spectrum hemp extract. Mark Niederhaus is the co-founder of the startup brand, which aims to differentiate with its zero sugar offerings.
Oak & Cane American Craft Rum Expands Distribution to Tennessee
Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Oak & Cane American Craft Rum, a handcrafted artisan gold rum made using a blend of modern and traditional production methods, is expanding distribution to Tennessee this summer, following a successful launch in Florida.
Chobani, Fair Trade USA to Launch Dairy Certification Label
Yogurt maker Chobani is collaborating with Fair Trade USA on a new label that certifies the milk used in its products is sourced from farms that meet “comprehensive” standards for animal welfare and employee rights.
Freeland Spirits to Launch Canned Gin & Rose Tonic
Freeland Spirits celebrates the release of its first-ever ready-to-drink canned cocktail, Gin & Rose Tonic, with a picnic at the Freeland tasting room on the first anniversary of its opening.
Caledonia Spirits Opens New Distillery
Caledonia Spirits, the Vermont-based distiller of Barr Hill Gin, Tom Cat Gin, and Barr Hill Vodka, opened the doors to its new distillery in Montpelier on Saturday, June 29.
BevNET Live Summer 2019: Inside ZX Ventures
In this presentation at BevNET Live Summer 2019, Liz Tomic, global director for ZX Ventures’ Explore Fund, discussed how the unit approaches the beverage marketplace, which categories, need states and channels it chooses to target, and why people and culture matter more than scale when it comes to selecting partner brands.
Summer Fancy Food Show 2019: Brooklyn Crafted Grows Beyond Ginger Ale
At this year’s Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City, BevNET managing editor Martin Caballero spoke with Marcia Hu, marketing manager at Brooklyn Crafted, to discuss the brand’s growth and its push into new product segments, and how the company is building its base in New York with an eye towards steady national expansion.