People Moves: Ryan Ziegelmann Elevated to GM at Evolution Fresh; Tom Hicks Leaves VEB
Ziegelmann, who was named GM in May, has been with Starbucks since 2010, where he started as VP of Finance, Global Marketing, Category and Strategic Pricing.
Review: Secret Squirrel Grows Up with New Packaging and HPP
With over three years of business under its belt, Los Angeles-based Secret Squirrel is a relative veteran of the cold-brew coffee space. However, things always felt slightly incomplete, and as a result the company seemed to be unable to fully capitalize on the growth of the category. But now, with its latest revision, things seem like they are about to change.
Expo East 2016 Video: NüMoo Emphasizes Innovation in Alt-Dairy
Super-premium dairy alternative brand NüMoo unveiled a revamped label and several innovative line extensions, including an Edamame Soy Milk, at Natural Products Expo East 2016. In an interview with BevNET, NüMoo co-founder Joe Savino said that the updates represent a continued focus on producing nutrient-laden and clean label formulations for plant-based milks.
BevNET Podcast Ep. 26: Blogging The Food Revolution with Max Goldberg
Goldberg, a former Wall Street executive, told our team all about his journey from antidepressants to clean-living organic foodie and media figure, with conversational stops along the way on the offerings at Expo East, the difference between Ripple Foods and almond milk, and, most importantly, what he’d do if faced with the choice of eating Arby’s or a bag of organic palm sugar.
SupplySide West 2016 to Feature Over 1,200 Exhibitors
Over 14,000 CPG manufacturers, marketers and formulators will gather next week (October 4-8) at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas for SupplySide West 2016.
Expo East 2016 Video: After Sale, Secret Squirrel Eyes Bigger Piece of Cold Brew Pie
Having aligned itself with a powerful strategic partner, Secret Squirrel, a Los Angeles-based producer of cold brew coffee, is aiming to make the leap from regional brand to national player in the fast-growing realm of cold brew beverages.
Coke, Dunkin’ Donuts Partner to Release RTD Coffees in 2017
The joint venture with Coke will be Dunkin’ Donuts’ first venture into RTD coffee. The chain, publicly traded under Dunkin’ Brands, has long been a source of quick-served coffee and iced coffees on the go, and recently entered the cold brew coffee category itself.
Nestlé Waters Seeks Innovation With Imagine H20 Partnership
The goal of IH2O, a so-called “water accelerator,” is to “provide entrepreneurs with the resources, insight and visibility needed to launch and scale water solutions,” according to a press release.
IFC Announces $40 Million Investment in WOW! Nutrition
According to a press release, the funds will allow for the expansion of production lines, improvements in operational processes and a strengthening of WOW!’s capital structure.
Expo East Roundup: Plant-Based Waters
Following the success of coconut water, beverage producers are further exploring the potential of natural hydration products in various ways with a new wave of plant-based waters.
Video: A Recap of Expo East 2016
A showcase for emerging and fast-growing beverage trends, Expo East 2016 most prominently featured the continued evolution of cold brew coffee and the swelling ranks of brands participating in the space.
Pitch Your Beverage Brand at New Beverage Showdown 12
On December 5 and 6, a pack of 15 beverage entrepreneurs will attack the main stage with presentations of their brands and business plans to a panel of expert judges for a chance at a $10,000 grand prize.
Jason Camillos Joins BodyArmor As VP of Strategy and Planning
Camillos had served as Managing Director at First Beverage Ventures, the private equity division of First Beverage Group, since 2013.
Review: Cham Cold Brew Herbal Tea
Given the proliferation of cold-brew coffees out there, it’s no surprise that there are brands out there hoping that this will spill over into other categories. In the case of Cham, that category is tea.