NOOMA Prioritizes Function In Packaging Refresh
Sports and energy drink maker NOOMA has refreshed its packaging for the first time in the brand’s nearly 10 year run as it drills down on functionality and focuses brand-building in ecommerce channels.
Anytime Debuts The First Regenerative Organic Certified Spirits
Anytime, the spirits and cocktail company from two founders who cut their teeth in supply chain and sustainability for fast-growing food companies, is bringing the regenerative organic movement into the spirits industry.
BevNET Announces Nominees for ‘Best of 2023’ Awards
The nominees for BevNET’s “Best of 2023” Awards, presented by Zuckerman Honickman, showcase the diversity and profound talent within the beverage industry. These nominees stand out for their contributions, whether it's redefining established categories with innovative products, captivating consumers through compelling marketing campaigns, spearheading ethical ingredient sourcing and business practices, or crafting irresistible beverages that we just can't get enough of.
Taste Radio: Why Bloom Is Booming On TikTok And Winning At Target & Walmart
Mari Llewellyn and Greg LaVecchia, the co-founders of wellness brand Bloom Nutrition, spoke about why it's important to “let the creators create” on social media, how they measure the return on investment on social platforms, why hiring young talent has been key to success on TikTok and how they’ve supported Bloom’s relationships with Target and Walmart.
Celsius: Revenue +104% in Q3 As Energy Brand Dominates Online
Celsius continues to put distance between itself and the chasing pack, as the number-three ranked energy drink brand reported a 104% revenue increase to $385 million in its Q3 earnings report this morning, up from just $188 million in the same period last year.
BlueTriton Brands Names Sabra Dipping Chief Joey Bergstein as CEO
BlueTriton Brands has named Joey Bergstein as its next CEO, effective November 28. Bergstein assumes the role from interim CEO Dean Metropoulos.
Relocalize Tests Hyper-local Copacking Model With Premium Packaged Ice
Montreal-based manufacturing and tech company Relocalize has the capacity to operate over 100 fully autonomous micro-manufacturing facilities within the next three years, said co-founder and CEO D. Wayne McIntyre.
CGA: On-Premise Spirits Volume -3.3% As Prices Climb, Visits Fall
Rising prices and a slight dip in guest traffic have contributed to falling spirits sales in the on-premise channel over the last year, according to a new report from market research firm NIQ’s on-premise data arm CGA.
Dirty Hands Acquires Sales Consultancy Firm Burgess Strategic Advisors
Dirty Hands is expanding its range of client services in brokerage, merchandising and sales support with the acquisition of CPG sales consultancy firm Burgess Strategic Advisors.
Bev Alc Data: RTDs Rise in Value, Consumption Frequency, On-Premise
Volume growth within the U.S. alcoholic RTD market has moderated since last year, but the category rose rapidly by value and is expected to continue to grow from $18.2 billion to $21.1 billion by 2027, according to a new report from IWSR Drinks Market Analysis.
Review: Joni Verjus Drink
Joni Verjus is a brand of sparkling grape juice drinks that are made with upcycled fruit and contain no added sugar. Self-described as “a new way to drink,” Joni aims to bring the consumer with an often overlooked ingredient: verjus.
BevNET Live Winter 2023: Only 30 Days Until Beverage Leaders Head to Marina del Rey
In just 30 days, leaders in the beverage industry will meet in Marina del Rey, CA for BevNET Live Winter 2023. The three-day event provides a platform for beverage entrepreneurs and industry experts to network, learn, and drive innovation within the beverage sector.
Taste Radio: From Apples To Ayrloom, How A Cannabis Boom Is Changing CPG
Why is a century-old apple orchard and cider company betting big on the future of cannabis? Eddie Brennan, the fifth-generation owner of New York-based Beak & Skiff, discussed its foray into the cultivation of cannabis and production of THC drinks. Also in this episode: the hosts’ take on a new line of zero-sugar juice and what Travis Kelce, Michael Bublé and Matthew McConaughey now have in common.
Monster: Potential for Bang Only Slightly Clearer After Q3 Earnings
Those looking for more clarity on Monster Energy’s plans for Bang during the company’s Q3 earnings call yesterday got only a small taste of how the business is approaching its new acquisition.