Bang Energy CEO Jack Owoc: Company “Not For Sale,” Pepsi Planned to “Destroy” Brand
Bang CEO Jack Owoc talks rumors of a sale to Keurig Dr Pepper, takes aim at Pepsi, and shares why he's not ready to stop fighting Monster.
This Week’s New Products: NotCreme, Fall Seasonals and Plant-based Protein Drinks
In this week’s roundup of new product launches, Coffee Mate and Califia Farms add fall flavors into your cup of coffee, Mingle Mocktails teams up with Peacock’s Love Island to launch a new flavor, and NotCo introduces its latest product innovation.
Taste Radio: Gen Z Holds All The Cards, But Do They Have A Winning Hand?
In this episode of Taste Radio, the hosts discussed YouTube sensation Emma Chamberlain’s foray into the coffee business as the founder of Chamberlain Coffee, the surprising news that Haus, a promising brand of low-ABV aperitifs, is shutting down and the launch of Coca-Cola Dreamworld. This episode also features the latest installment of The Maxi Minutes, in which LDR Ventures co-founder Maxine Kozler Koven offered tips on how to get current investors to join subsequent funding rounds.
Drinking While Posting: How Spirit and RTD Cocktail Brands Are Building on Social Media
When it comes to social media, Karen Locke, founder of marketing and branding agency High Proof Creative, likes to joke that while the spirits industry brings the alcohol to the party, it’s always the last to be invited.
Cannabis Beverage Leaders Feel New York Times Feature Paints Narrow Picture
Last week, many THC-infused cannabis beverage brand leaders received long awaited recognition in the mainstream press when the New York Times ran a feature covering the surging popularity of the emerging category in legal markets. But the piece, titled “Weed Drinks Are a Buzzy Alcohol Substitute. But Are They Safe?” didn’t sit right with many in the industry.
Equitea Aims To Open Wellness Space To Communities Of Color
What started as a way to treat mental health for a father and son has evolved into a wellness-focused tea brand with the support of Gwyneth Paltrow that offers both RTD cans and loose leaf blends targeting marginalized communities.
Campari Group Acquires Minority Stake in Howler Head Bourbon on Route to Total Ownership
Campari Group has closed an agreement with Catalyst Spirits to acquire an initial 15% interest in Howler Head Bourbon, with a medium-term route to total ownership and exclusive global distribution rights.
NielsenIQ: Higher Pricing Offsets Volume Declines In Non-Alc Beverage Sales
Accelerated pricing fueled non-alcoholic beverage sales as volume declined in the two-week period ending August 13, according to an analysis of NielsenIQ data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research.
Watch: Chef Finn Walter On How He Developed Zero-Proof Cocktails Beverage Program
In this interview, James Beard Award semifinalist Finn Walter, the head chef and owner of The Nicolett in Lubbock, Texas, discusses how zero-proof cocktails fit into West Texas drinking culture, shares his thoughts on some of the brands making an impact on the nascent space, and looks ahead to the future of the non-alcoholic cocktails.
Review: Sarilla Sparkling Tea
Sarilla is a line of RTD sparkling teas that are made with tea grown in Rwanda. The product line, which is packaged in 12 ounce slim cans, features four flavors including Lemon Black Tea, Apple Black Tea, Hibiscus Green Tea and Ginger White Tea.
Taste Radio: When Faced With Failure, XCJ Froze… And Built A Multi-Million Dollar Brand
Jen Liao, the co-founder of XCJ, a fast-growing direct-to-consumer frozen food brand inspired by Chinese street cuisine, spoke about how rapid planning and thoughtful execution have paid massive dividends in the company’s development, why self-manufacturing was the only path forward and how XCJ is managing multiple business divisions while continuing to grow and maintain quality standards.
CBD Brand TRIP Closes Fundraise, Releases New Products
UK-based wellness brand TRIP has closed a $12 million funding round as it expands from CBD-infused drinks and oils into gummies.
Electrolit CEO: Goal is To Be ‘Top Three’ Sports Drink
Since launching in the U.S. in 2015, Mexico-based isotonic hydration brand Electrolit has swiftly established itself as a versatile omnichannel player, establishing itself as the fourth-largest sports drink brand. Now, incoming Electrolit CEO Christian Patiño Webb said his goal is to aim higher.
Molson Coors Spins RTD Brand Superbird’s Distribution Back to Parent Company, Takes Minority Stake in Business
After more than a year under the wing of Molson Coors, spirits-based, ready-to-drink canned cocktail maker Superbird will leave the nest as Molson Coors hands the reins to the brand’s distribution efforts back to its parent company, Casa Komos Brands Group (CKBG).