Taste Radio: How To Make Retailers, Investors And Trendsetters Love Your Brand Taste Radio: How To Make Retailers, Investors And Trendsetters Love Your Brand

Taste Radio: How To Make Retailers, Investors And Trendsetters Love Your Brand

by BevNET.com Staff,

This special edition of the podcast features highlights from interviews with six founders, creators and innovators who joined us on the show during the second half of 2021. Our guests include award-winning television host, chef and writer Andew Zimmern; Vanessa Pham, the co-founder and CEO of Omsom; Erewhon chief growth officer Kabir Jain; Catherine Dockery, the founder of Vice Ventures; Foxtrot Market co-founder and CEO Mike LaVitola; and Danielle LiVolsi, the founder and CEO of Nuttzo.

Distribution Roundup: Caliwater Heads East and Wynk Hits Maine Distribution Roundup: Caliwater Heads East and Wynk Hits Maine

Distribution Roundup: Caliwater Heads East and Wynk Hits Maine

by Brad Avery,

Cactus water brand Caliwater is heading for the East Coast with a new expansion into New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maryland stores; Cannabis seltzer brand Wynk is branching out around the country, now adding dispensary accounts in Maine; Chilean plant-based milk maker NotCo is expanding its U.S. presence.

Watch: Category Closeup – Zero Proof Drinks Watch: Category Closeup – Zero Proof Drinks

Watch: Category Closeup – Zero Proof Drinks

by BevNET.com Staff,

In this episode of Category Closeup, we examine the current state of the “zero-proof” beverage category, including why the movement is gaining momentum, how entrepreneurs in the space are standing out in an increasingly competitive category, the impact of format and packaging innovations, and how the shifting context around health and wellness is influencing overall growth in the segment.

Tru Drinks Aligns With Polar, Btomorrow Ventures For $3.6M Round Tru Drinks Aligns With Polar, Btomorrow Ventures For $3.6M Round

Tru Drinks Aligns With Polar, Btomorrow Ventures For $3.6M Round

by Martín Caballero,

Massachusetts-based functional drink maker Tru is poised to move into a new growth stage with the closing of a $3.6 million funding round that includes participation by powerhouse New England beverage manufacturer and distributor, Polar Beverages.

Ten Whiskeys To Get You Through to 2022 Ten Whiskeys To Get You Through to 2022

Ten Whiskeys To Get You Through to 2022

by BevNET.com Staff,

Whether you're looking for last minute gift ideas or some holiday sippers for yourself, here's a look at some of the notable new end-of-year whiskeys, including two special expressions from Heaven's Door and a straight bourbon inspired by British metal legends Motörhead, plus other non-music related releases.

Taste Radio: Authentic. Modern. Innovative. This Brand Is Doing It All. Taste Radio: Authentic. Modern. Innovative. This Brand Is Doing It All.

Taste Radio: Authentic. Modern. Innovative. This Brand Is Doing It All.

by BevNET.com Staff,

Hector Saldivar, the founder and CEO of Tia Lupita, explained why the brand is focused on updating and innovating upon authentic Mexican food, how he’s educating consumers about esoteric ingredients, the retail strategy for three distinct product lines and what he’s learned as an immigrant entrepreneur.

Analysts: Vita Coco Becoming “More Ubiquitous,” Set for Long-Term Growth Analysts: Vita Coco Becoming “More Ubiquitous,” Set for Long-Term Growth

Analysts: Vita Coco Becoming “More Ubiquitous,” Set for Long-Term Growth

by Brad Avery,

Analysts at Goldman Sachs Equity Research are feeling optimistic about the long term growth potential for Vita Coco following a meeting last week with the company’s executive management. According to a report issued by Goldman last week, the New York-based brand may see strong momentum in 2022 for its recently expanded innovation portfolio.

BevNET Category Closeup Returns Wednesday With Panel Discussion on “Zero Proof” Drinks BevNET Category Closeup Returns Wednesday With Panel Discussion on “Zero Proof” Drinks

BevNET Category Closeup Returns Wednesday With Panel Discussion on “Zero Proof” Drinks

by BevNET.com Staff,

BevNET's Category Closeup video series returns this week with a panel discussion focused on the emergence of the no/low alcohol and "zero-proof" drinks movement, examining why the trend is gaining momentum, how entrepreneurs in the space are standing out in an increasingly competitive category, the impact of format and packaging innovations, and how the shifting context around health and wellness is influencing overall growth in the segment.

Review: Evy Tea Review: Evy Tea

Review: Evy Tea

by BevNET.com Staff,

Evy Tea recently announced a rebrand and pivot to cans and today we’re taking a look at the new product line. Like the original product in glass bottles, Evy Tea is made with premium, USDA Certified Organic cold brewed tea, but is now packaged in a slim 12 ounce cans in four different flavors.

Soda Startup Perfy Builds Brand Around Brain Benefits, NFTs Soda Startup Perfy Builds Brand Around Brain Benefits, NFTs

Soda Startup Perfy Builds Brand Around Brain Benefits, NFTs

by Brad Avery,

Entrepreneurs frequently put their heart and soul into their products, but for Perfy founder Vasa Martinez, the new functional soda brand is personal from the name to the ingredients. And when it comes to marketing, Perfy is focused on connecting with consumers in the Web3 and NFT community where the brand has already made an impact.