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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.

Taste Radio Ep. 165: The Standards That Define This $500 Million Coffee Company and Why They Matter

In this episode, we sat down with Andrea Illy, the chairman of illycaffè and one of the global coffee industry’s most influential figures. As part of our interview, he spoke about how Illycaffe’s commitment to quality and ethical standards has positioned the company for long-term success. He also shared his perspective on the three most important attributes for “good coffee”and why the beverage should be treated with the same reverence as wine.

Sam Houston Launches 12-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Sam Houston Bourbon Whiskey has launched a second release of a 12-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The second release will be available in select US Markets – Texas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, New York, Colorado, Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia.

Nestlé Nesquik Partners with Football Star DK Metcalf for #KeepOnChuggin Campaign

Nesquik officially has announced the brand’s partnership with Seattle wide receiver DK Metcalf, who will star as the face of the Nesquik #KeepOnChuggin campaign. As a player and a person, Metcalf perfectly embodies the message of the new campaign, which aims to serve up motivation in a bottle.