BevNET Live Winter 2019: Beverage Financing and the Next Decade BevNET Live Winter 2019: Beverage Financing and the Next Decade

BevNET Live Winter 2019: Beverage Financing and the Next Decade

by BevNET.com Staff,

Have strategics found themselves spending too much on innovative concepts that seem like good fits but fail to scale into the larger system? How impactful will new interest in non-alcoholic beverages by beer and spirits companies ultimately turn out to be? Those questions and many more will be addressed during a special panel that will end BevNET Live Winter 2019, taking place on December 9 and 10 at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel.

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 62: How To Get Ahead By Going Back To The Basics Taste Radio Insider Ep. 62: How To Get Ahead By Going Back To The Basics

Taste Radio Insider Ep. 62: How To Get Ahead By Going Back To The Basics

by BevNET.com Staff,

In this episode, we’re joined by the founders of two U.K.-based companies -- Suzie Walker, the founder of paleo-inspired snack maker The Primal Pantry and Dan Broughton, the co-founder of Dalston's, a brand of better-for-you craft sodas -- each of whom have built successful businesses by adopting a back-to-the-basics approach to product development and marketing.

Gallery: November’s Holiday and Limited Edition Releases Gallery: November’s Holiday and Limited Edition Releases

Gallery: November’s Holiday and Limited Edition Releases

by BevNET.com Staff,

The holiday season is in full swing, and beverage brands celebrated this November with seasonal plays and limited edition launches. Check out the gallery to see this month’s festive flavors and special offerings, including Coke’s first U.S. holiday release, spiced tea from Teakoe and Pepsi’s non-alcoholic take on pink wine.

FDA Issues CBD Warnings and Alerts of Possible Side Effects FDA Issues CBD Warnings and Alerts of Possible Side Effects

FDA Issues CBD Warnings and Alerts of Possible Side Effects

by Beth Kaiserman,

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday issued 15 warning letters to cannabidiol (CBD) companies and updated its advice for consumers to follow while regulations are developed. Citing numerous safety concerns and a lack of scientific information, FDA said it cannot recognize CBD as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in human or animal food.

BevNET Live Winter 2019 Panel: The Race for Distinction in CBD BevNET Live Winter 2019 Panel: The Race for Distinction in CBD

BevNET Live Winter 2019 Panel: The Race for Distinction in CBD

by BevNET.com Staff,

Even if the FDA hadn’t just muddied the infused waters - again - around the use of CBD in beverages, BevNET Live’s panel on competition and differentiation within the CBD beverage space would have been of paramount importance to those interested in watching the evolution of this new functional category.

In the Courtroom: Coca-Cola Goes to Trial with Hansen Family In the Courtroom: Coca-Cola Goes to Trial with Hansen Family

In the Courtroom: Coca-Cola Goes to Trial with Hansen Family

by Brad Avery,

Coca-Cola Goes to Trial with Hansen Family; White Claw and Coke Fight Over ‘Surge’ Name; Vitamin Shoppe Files Trademark Suit Against PLNT; PepsiCo Owes $2.65 Million to Iowa Bottling Company; Ocean Spray May Pay $5.4 Million in Class Action

Review: Mood33 CBD Herbal Teas Review: Mood33 CBD Herbal Teas

Review: Mood33 CBD Herbal Teas

by BevNET.com Staff,

Mood33, to date one of the pioneers of THC-infused beverages, is expanding its offering to include a line of herbal teas in 12 oz. bottles infused with 33 mg of hemp extract from Evo Hemp.

European Meal Replacement Brand Mana Launches in U.S. European Meal Replacement Brand Mana Launches in U.S.

European Meal Replacement Brand Mana Launches in U.S.

by Brad Avery,

Seeking to capitalize on the growing market for meal replacement beverages, Czech Republic-based “complete nutrition” shake maker Mana announced last week it will launch in the U.S. via ecommerce this year, with direct-to-consumer preorders expected to ship in December.

BevNET Live Winter 2019 After Party: Conversations Take Flight BevNET Live Winter 2019 After Party: Conversations Take Flight

BevNET Live Winter 2019 After Party: Conversations Take Flight

by BevNET.com Staff,

Next month BevNET Live, the leading conference for the beverage industry, returns to Santa Monica, CA on December 9th and 10th. After a first day packed with presentations, the BevNET Live Expo, and much sampling, attendees will have a chance to continue their conversations while unwinding at the official BevNET Live Winter 2019 After Party, powered by ForceBrands.

Review: Heywell Review: Heywell

Review: Heywell

by BevNET.com Staff,

Heywell is a line of sparkling functional beverages that come in three varieties: Energy + Immunity, Calm + Restore and Energy + Focus. The products are sweetened with juice and erythritol and contain 10-15 calories per 12 oz. can, depending on the SKU.