Coca-Cola: Global Market Improvements Support Q1 Sales Growth [Updated]

The Coca-Cola Company surpassed analyst expectations in its Q1 2023 earnings report today, announcing net sales growth of 5% to around $11 billion, with a profit of $3.1 billion. Organic revenue in the quarter increased 12%, including +11% price/mix growth and a 1% bump in concentrate sales. Global unit case volume grew by 3% while operating income fell -1%.

Taste Radio: A Controversial ‘Tok-ic.’ Mission Impossible? Not For Ziba Foods.

Jacqui Brugliera reported on the food and beverage scene at Coachella 2023, the hosts discussed whether #watertok is a faux controversy and riffed on several notable snacks and libations. We also meet Raffi Vartanian and Patrick Johnson, the co-founders of Ziba Foods, a mission-driven brand of Afghani-grown nuts, seeds and dried fruits that maintains an ethical supply chain from farm to bag.

Campari Group Debuts Luxury Tequila, Mayenda

As tequila continues to rise, Campari Group has expanded its agave spirits portfolio with the launch of a new tequila, Mayenda. The brand will debut with a blanco expression available in Mexico and the U.S. this week, retailing at $70.