Review: Onu Hemp Infused Tea
Onu is a line of organic and fair trade green tea infused with 20 mg of hemp CBD, as well as other functional ingredients. The line currently features three flavors: Peaceful Peach, Tropical Chill and Laid Back Lemon.
US House Passes Coronavirus Relief Bill; Senate Expected to Take Up Legislation This Week
An aid package that includes help for employees of small businesses is making its way through Congress as the coronavirus pandemic known as COVID-19 spreads across the U.S.
Spirits Feature: Titans Expand Reach By Investing in Upstart Brands
Big spirits players like Diageo, Pernod Ricard and Stoli are expanding their portfolios by investing in small, entrepreneurial brands, to boost not only their bottom lines but their ability to connect with changing consumer preferences.
Expo West Cancelled, New Hope to Focus on Fall Show
In an email to attendees late this afternoon, Natural Products Expo West producer New Hope announced it would cancel the natural products trade show in favor of focusing on its next large show, Expo East.
Celsius: U.S. Sales Up More Than 50% For Full Year
Fitness energy drink maker Celsius Holdings, Inc. saw a 43% increase in global revenue to $75.1 million last year, up from $52.6 million in 2018, according to its fourth quarter and full year 2019 earnings report released yesterday. In the U.S., sales rose 53% to $60 million and gross profit increased 49% to $31.3 million.
Taste Radio Insider Ep. 76: Why ‘Wood Fires’ Are The Key To Long-Term Trends
Mark Alexander, CEO of fast-growing skyr brand Icelandic Provisions, discussed lessons and takeaways from his nearly 30 year career at the Campbell Soup Company, the steepest part of the learning curve in leading an entrepreneurial brand, how Icelandic Provisions assesses trendy concepts and ingredients and how it navigates consumer demand for premium and affordable offerings.
Iconic Protein Innovations Target Opportunities in Coffee, Kids
Having established a solid foundation for the brand with its core ready-to-drink shake line, ICONIC Protein is preparing to unveil a range of long-gestated innovations this year that highlight a shift towards caffeine-added, zero-sugar products.
Elevator Talk Livestream Round 2: Humm Kombucha, Malk Organics, Harmless Harvest
We're back for another 90 minute livestream today, March 12th. The second round of 30 food and beverage brands includes Humm Kombucha, HIPPEAS, Malk Organics, Belgian Boys, Harmless Harvest and Wildbrine. Watch their founders and CEOs jump into the livestream and provide a brief recap of recent Expo West news and updates.
Icelandic Glacial Targets On-Premise Growth with Sustainability Play
Premium bottled water maker Icelandic Glacial announced this month it is implementing new sustainability initiatives and expanding its product offerings to fuel its omnichannel expansion plans. The push towards sustainability comes eight months after the brand secured $66 million in new financing, including a $35 million investment from BlackRock’s US Private Credit team.
Spirits Gallery: Late Winter Whiskey, Gin and Rum Releases
In this gallery, we highlight a handful of notable recent whiskey, gin and rum releases, including an elegant Master's Reserve small batch release from Johnnie Walker, a new look for No. 3 London Dry Gin and the 2020 edition of Woodford Reserve's annual Kentucky Derby edition bottle.
PepsiCo Acquires Rockstar Energy for $3.85 Billion
PepsiCo announced today an agreement to acquire energy drink brand Rockstar for $3.85 billion, a move that puts the food and beverage giant in position to compete with its rivals head-on for dominance in the rapidly growing energy set.
Elmhurst Broadens Plant-Based Portfolio with Lattes, Smoothie Bases
In support of its goal to double sales this year, Elmhurst 1925 launched three new product lines this month that take the New York-based plant milk brand into new categories including coffee and tea lattes and smoothie mixes, as well as making a deeper play into creamers.
New Hope, Informa & SFA Update Attendees
Yesterday, Expo West producer New Hope and Fancy Foods Show producer The Specialty Food Association (SFA) updated their respective attendees with show updates. Meanwhile, Supply Side East was postponed until the Summer.
Pathwater Extends Anti-PET Mission With Alkaline, Sparkling Lines
Launching today on the company’s website, Pathwater is introducing alkaline (9.5+ pH) and sparkling varieties in a signature 20 oz. aluminum bottles. All three SKUs will also now contain electrolytes and sport a refreshed package design.