Reviews: Pablo’s Mate Scores Big; Afro Pop, RYTHM Find their Groove
This week's reviews features a look at releases from canned yerba mate maker Pablo's Mate, next-gen soda brand Afro Pop and cannabis brand RYTHM.
SunOpta: Volume Gains Drive ‘Outstanding’ Q2 Results
Broad-based volume gains helped beverage and fruit snacks producer SunOpta deliver “outstanding” second quarter results, according to CEO Brian Kocher.
F1 Champion Lewis Hamilton, Casa Lumbre Expand Almave with Mezcal Alternative
Nearly two years after the launch of their non-alc (NA) tequila alternative, Casa Lumbre and Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton are hitting the gas on a new product.
Zevia Maintains Turnaround with Strong Q2 Earnings Report
Zevia’s rebound is official as the stevia-sweetened beverage maker reported its first positive adjusted EBITDA gain in four years during its Q2 2025 earnings report today.
Drnxmyth Is Shutting Down. Here’s What Went Wrong
Drnxmyth, a pioneering startup in the ready-to-drink cocktail space, is now shutting down. The closure comes after a number of challenges, including struggles to lower margins, a tough pivot from its original e-commerce focus, and difficulties in securing a viable wholesale path.
Celsius Sales Surge 84% in Q2; Alani Nu’s ‘Breakout’ Adds $301M
Celsius’ billion-dollar bet on Alani Nu is paying dividends, as the female-leaning energy drink brand added $301 million in revenue in Q2 and helped Celsius’ North America achieve 41% growth through the first six months of the year.
Laird: Growth Trajectory Continues, Wholesale Biz Expands
Laird Superfood has made progress toward its goal of achieving “sustainable profitability,” continuing a growth trend in its Q2 earnings as it prioritizes its wholesale segment.
Non-Alc Beverage Makes Modest Sales Gain; Energy Drinks Decelerate
Stronger volumes and softer pricing growth helped modestly accelerate non-alcoholic beverage growth during the two-week period ended July 26.
A Royal Sip: Buckingham Palace Now Sells RTDs
Feel like enjoying a gin and tonic fit for royalty? Now you can, with Buckingham Palace's new ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail.
Six More States Move to Block Soda from SNAP
The campaign to remove unhealthy junk food from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits has claimed further victories as six more states have agreed to ban the purchase of soda and other sugary products with government waivers.
Spirits Distribution: SGWS Signs Owen’s Mixers, Reyes Grows Spirits Book
Summer distribution shakeups include new portfolio additions for Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, a big whiskey name moving to a wine distributor, and the continued spirits glow-up for Reyes Beverage Group in California.
New RTD Cocktails From BeatBox, Lone River, Tip Top and More
This latest roundup of summer ready-to-drink releases includes new takes on the espresso martini from a Bachelor contestant, malty collaborations from Tip Top, a soju cocktail refresh, and a vodka-spiked sun tea from Owl’s Brew. Here are a few of the newest cocktails on the shelf.
Danone Is Trying To Buy Lifeway, Again
The clock is ticking on a potential acquisition by Danone of kefir category leader Lifeway, as the French dairy giant is pressuring company leadership to again discuss a deal that has already been attempted twice in the past year.
What UNFI’s New Merchandising Service Fee Means for Brands
Wholesale distributor UNFI announced this month that it will begin charging suppliers a new fee for planogram and shelf execution.