Press Clips: Keurig’s Kold Streak; Booze Police Steal Andrew Keegan’s Kombucha
Fortune magazine recently took a look at the ongoing troubles over at Keurig Green Mountain, where the company’s stock is currently trading at a 52-week low.
Matcha Mania is Upon Us
From the the New York Post naming it “New York City’s hot new cult,” to its spotlight on NBC’s “The Today Show,” a recent wave of publicity has thrust matcha in front of the eyes of the general public.
Panera Bread to Ax Artificial Ingredients… Just Not at the Soda Fountain
Jonathan Yohannan, the director of public relations for Panera Bread, stated that, for the time being, the company's "No No List" will not be extended to beverages sold at its stores.
Review: Sound Sparkling Tea
Sound Sparkling Tea, which launched as Sodterra, is a line of carbonated tea drinks that come in three unsweetened and zero-calorie varieties. In our review of the brand's White Tea and Chamomile products, it's clear that Sound has created beverages that are very enjoyable and, aside from a couple adjustments to the labels, well-executed.
BevNET Live: Control Issues – Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Independence with Nick Giannuzzi
Giannuzzi, who has worked with brands like Glaceau, Suja, and Mamma Chia during their fundraising processes, will discuss ways companies can consider their independence as they face a range of financial options.
Aquahydrate Gets a Few Sips in National TV Ad for Ciroc Vodka
Sean "Diddy" Combs, one of a trio of high-profile investors in Aquahydrate, has once again worked the alkaline water brand into a national television ad, this time for Ciroc Vodka. The ad, which promotes designated driving, comes approximately 15 months after the debut of a widely aired TV spot for Fiat, which also included placement of Aquahydrate.
BevNET Live: Marketing Functional Claims That Sell
A technical edge doesn't lead to a winning brand unless it's stated properly -- and it's copacetic.
Review: Teapigs Matcha
Teapigs, a U.K.-based producer of premium tea products, has launched a three-SKU line of ready-to-drink matcha products. In our review of the company's apple and grapefruit varieties, we found the flavor of each to be well-conceived, but feel that the packaging needs work.
SunOpta Behind USDA’s New Non-GMO Seal
A recent New York Times stated that SunOpta, a global supplier and processor of natural and organic ingredients and finished products, requested and won permission from the USDA to label corn and soy processed in a company-owned plant as non-GMO.
Distribution Roundup: Juisi Expands East Coast Distribution; Vibrant Earth to Carry GT’s “Black Label” Kombucha
Juisi's products are now available in specialty food chains Kings and Balducci’s, with distribution managed by Gourmet Guru.
Agenda for BevNET Live Summer ‘15 is Now Available
Packed with extremely informative presentations, the agenda is loaded with veteran and expert insights as well as valuable market data and insight into current trends.
Review: Lumi Juice Shots
Lumi Juice, a producer of cold-pressed, high pressure processed juice blends, has launched a trio of 2 oz. "shot" products. Formulated with a range of trendy and bleeding-edge ingredients (including turmeric and broccoli leaf), the juices are very well-executed and excellent addition to Lumi's portfolio.
AP: USDA to Launch GMO-Free Label
The Non-GMO Project, the leading certifier of products free of genetically modified ingredients, is about to get some new competition from a big-time player in the food and beverage industry: the U.S. government.
The Coca-Cola Co. Furthers its Refranchising Efforts, Grants Territories in 10 States to Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
The deal is expected to close in the Fall of 2015, at which point Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated will take on distribution of Coca-Cola products in major markets including Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Baltimore, Richmond, Norfolk, Alexandria, and Washington D.C.