Taste Radio: There’s Nothing Like Doing This Live. Plus, ‘Lofti’ Goals And A Spirit’s Revival. Taste Radio: There’s Nothing Like Doing This Live. Plus, ‘Lofti’ Goals And A Spirit’s Revival.

Taste Radio: There’s Nothing Like Doing This Live. Plus, ‘Lofti’ Goals And A Spirit’s Revival.

by BevNET.com Staff,

On the cusp of our Winter 2021 events, Taste Radio’s hosts discussed the speaker agendas for NOSH Live and BevNET Live and highlighted several notable new brands and products, including wellness shots, vegan snacks, an innovative “shimmering sparkling water,” and the largest peanut butter cup in the world. We also feature an interview with Dave Carpenter, who is the master blender for Redemption Whiskey, a brand promoted as “leading rye’s revival” in the U.S..

BevNET Live Winter 2021 is One Week Away; 600+ Registered BevNET Live Winter 2021 is One Week Away; 600+ Registered

BevNET Live Winter 2021 is One Week Away; 600+ Registered

by BevNET.com Staff,

BevNET Live Winter 2021 is just 7 days away! Hundreds of beverage industry professionals, including brand founders, investors, distributors and retailers, are already signed up for the event, which is being held on Dec. 6 and 7 at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel in Santa Monica, Calif.

14 Whiskeys That Are Ready For Winter 14 Whiskeys That Are Ready For Winter

14 Whiskeys That Are Ready For Winter

by BevNET.com Staff,

As the winter months begin to set in, whiskey makers are lining up to welcome the season with the introduction of a variety of limited-edition, innovative expressions perfect for Hot Toddy’s and warm cider cocktails. Looking for something less traditional? New Hampshire-based Tamworth distillery took seasonal spirits one step further with the launch of two new expressions: a turkey flavored and a venison flavored whiskey.

10 New Beverage Launches Heading Into the Holidays 10 New Beverage Launches Heading Into the Holidays

10 New Beverage Launches Heading Into the Holidays

by BevNET.com Staff,

Heading into the long Thanksgiving weekend, beverage brands are looking to serve up new products for consumers during the holiday season. In this roundup, we highlight recent releases from the past two weeks including gift packs, limited releases and wintery flavor launches, alongside new entrants in the RTD cocktail and CBD categories.

Gatorade’s Propel Plans Further Push into Immunity Line Gatorade’s Propel Plans Further Push into Immunity Line

Gatorade’s Propel Plans Further Push into Immunity Line

by Martín Caballero,

More than simply bringing new consumers into the brand family, the success of Propel Immune Support thus far has served to reorient the company’s growth strategy around functional beverages, both within the line and beyond.

Review: Halfday Tea Tonic Review: Halfday Tea Tonic

Review: Halfday Tea Tonic

by BevNET.com Staff,

Halfday Tea Tonic is a new line of low sugar, ready-to-drink teas that offer classic iced tea flavor along with added plant based fiber. The product line currently features three core flavors packaged in 12 ounce cans, including Peach Green Tea, Green Tea with Honey & Ginseng, and Lemon Black Tea.

BlueTriton Acquires Saratoga Spring Water Co. To Go “National, Upscale” BlueTriton Acquires Saratoga Spring Water Co. To Go “National, Upscale”

BlueTriton Acquires Saratoga Spring Water Co. To Go “National, Upscale”

by Martín Caballero,

BlueTriton Brands, Inc., the company formed to purchase the Nestlé Waters North America (NWNA) portfolio of domestic brands, is growing its roster of natural spring waters with the acquisition of Saratoga Spring Water Company (SSWC). Financial terms of the deal were not released.

Evy Tea Rebrands, Pivots to Cans Evy Tea Rebrands, Pivots to Cans

Evy Tea Rebrands, Pivots to Cans

by Brad Avery,

Boston-based Evy Tea is introducing a new identity for its ready-to-drink cold brew teas, changing the brand name to simply “Evy” and rolling out new packaging with updated label designs in 12 oz. aluminum cans.

Stewart’s Enterprises Names Tony Gaines as CEO Stewart’s Enterprises Names Tony Gaines as CEO

Stewart’s Enterprises Names Tony Gaines as CEO

by Adrianne DeLuca,

Beverage maker Stewart’s Enterprise Inc. (SEI) announced late last week that it has named industry veteran Tony Gaines as the company’s new CEO. In his new role, Gaines will help the craft soda maker increase momentum behind its alcoholic beverage brands, including its recently launched Stewart's Spiked Seltzers and the upcoming launch of a RTD Hard Rock-branded hard seltzer line.

Taste Radio: Core Values Create Category Leaders. Just Ask Vive Organic. Taste Radio: Core Values Create Category Leaders. Just Ask Vive Organic.

Taste Radio: Core Values Create Category Leaders. Just Ask Vive Organic.

by BevNET.com Staff,

J.R. Simich, co-founder of leading wellness shot brand Vive Organic, spoke about why the company’s consistent focus has been critical to its development, how staying on message helped land a long-term partnership with Whole Foods, the impact of its creative and efficient trade show strategy and why aligning with founders of like-minded brands has benefited Vive’s ability to land new distribution and retail placement.