Six Questions with Abbie Romanul, Founder of Raising the Bar

Raising the Bar's founder Abbie Romanul talked to BevNET about her subscription-based, non-alc cocktail boxes, how she keeps creating innovative new recipes and how inclusivity plays a role in the sober-curious community.

Hennessy Cognac Sales Drop in Q1

Revenue from the spirits and cognac segment of LVMH fell by 5% in Q1 2023 as Hennessy Cognac struggled in China and the U.S., the company reported yesterday in its first quarter revenue earnings report.

Six Questions with Pomp & Whimsy Founder, Nicola Nice

Before she founded gin brand Pomp & Whimsy, Nicola Nice spent 20 years advising alcohol companies on how to better connect with their audiences. The sociologist and brand strategist has consulted on spirits innovation for some of the largest global producers including Diageo, Bacardi, and Campari.

Court Orders Bang to Cease All Sales of ‘Super Creatine’ Cans

In another legal victory for Monster Energy, a California court issued a permanent injunction Wednesday against Bang Energy maker Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX), requiring the company to pull all products featuring the word “creatine” from store shelves and to cease selling Bang products featuring the term within 60 days.

Elevator Talk: Picadas, Venice Beach Beverages, MaKa, Sang

Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week's special co-host is Nick Mindel, a partner with venture capital firm Amberstone, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants.

Review: Sorta Pop

Made by Michigan-based Blake’s Hard Cider, Sorta Pop is a new line of probiotic sodas. Containing 25 calories or less per can, the brand is clearly targeting the growing better-for-you soda set populated by brands like Olipop, Poppi and Culture Pop, among others.

Milk Alternatives Outpaced Overall Plant-Based, Dairy Growth in 2022

Considered the “most developed” category within the plant-based category, milk alternatives now account for 35% of the plant-based food and beverage market at $2.8 billion, according to a new report by the Good Food Institute and the Plant Based Foods Association.

Red Stripe Launches Canned Rum Cocktail

Jamaican beer maker Red Stripe has released its first spirit-based portfolio extension, Red Stripe Rum Drinks. The canned cocktail will roll out in Florida starting today, and is set to hit select markets in the Northeast throughout the spring.