Review: The Pop Shoppe
The Pop Shoppe is a line of soda that was initially created back in the late 1960’s. Reincarnated in 2004, The Pop Shoppe was given a new bottle, but still…
ABA Responds to Study Linking Sugary Drinks, Heart Disease Risk in Men
In yet another report linking sugary drinks to potential health risks, a Harvard-backed long-term study found that the consumption of sugary drinks increased the risk of heart disease in men by 20 percent, as compared to men who abstained from drinking sugar-sweetened beverages. The American Beverage Association (ABA) promptly issued a statement refuting the findings of the study.
BevNET TV: An Interview with 82Go’s Hoby Buppert
It’s been a few months since Hoby Buppert took the stage at BevNET Live’s New Beverage Showdown; there, the Bawls co-founder dazzled the judges panel with 82Go, a simple and innovative 8 oz. plastic pouch of water. 82Go has gained some traction since then, receiving industry wide praise for the product’s innovative packaging, and inroads to distribution in South Florida, a coveted and influential market for entrepreneurial beverages.
Review: New Sambazon Flavors from Expo West 2012
At Expo West 2012, Sambazon introduced two new acai based beverages: Supergreens with Acai and Protein Chocolate + Almond + Coconut Milk. Due to its use of coconut, we’re sure…
Pushed By CSPI, Coke and Pepsi Change Caramel
The Coca-Cola Co., Inc. and PepsiCo, Inc. both said they will change the way they add caramel coloring to their flagship sodas after a study by the Center for Science in the Public Interest revealed the presence of a carcinogen in some containers. The changes were made to avoid a California law requiring products that contain known carcinogens to put a cancer warning on their labels.
Expo West 2012 Booth Check-In: Honest Tea
Embracing the bonds that the two companies have shared since 1998, Honest Tea will launch Raspberry Fields, a raspberry flavored and lightly sweetened tea, exclusively in Whole Foods beginning in April. In this quick booth interview at Natural Products Expo West, Jeff Klineman, the editor-in-chief of BevNET, spoke with Honest Tea founder Seth Goldman and Melanie Knitzer, the vice president of natural channel sales, about the new product and its relationship with Whole Foods.
Expo West: Illy Goes Glass
It's a coffee brand that's done a fine job of accelerating in the past year, and it's gone from 2500 outlets in 2009 to more than 20,000 by 2012, but Coke Venturing and Emerging Brands group's licensed Illy Issimo has retained a fairly low profile. Now, in an attempt to grab a bit more space in the grab and go realm, Tom Larsen, the brand's general manager, revealed that he is moving three of the brand's varieties -- Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato and Mochaccino -- into 9.5 oz. teardrop bottles.
Expo West 2012 Booth Check-In: Zico
With a close eye on consumer feedback, Zico showcased a couple of new products from its crowded booth at Natural Products Expo West. As reported by BevNET last week, Zico launched Zico Latte, a new coconut water and coffee blend as well as two new Tetra-Pak sizes for its popular Chocolate flavor, which had previously been available only in PET bottles.
Review: Good4U
Good4U is a line of “sports & wellness drinks” that come in a variety of functional formulations, including hydration, relaxation, recovery, and energy. The product was initially launched in metal…
Expo West 2012 Booth Check-In: Coba
Back on the floor at Natural Products Expo West for a quick interview with Arnold Ventura, the CEO of aguas frescas maker Coba. BevNET founder John Craven spoke to Ventura about Coba's new Horchata flavor, one tinged with notes of cinnamon and vanilla.
Expo West 2012 Booth Check-In: Bai
BevNET's coverage of Natural Products Expo West begins with a series of short video interviews from the floor of the bustling event. In this segment, BevNET CEO John Craven spoke with Bai founder Ben Weiss about the brand's new packaging as well as the company's new distribution deal in metro New York.
Review: Beyond Coconut Water “Hibiscus”
With more and more coconut water products coming to the market every year day, it’s no surprise that some marketers are branching out and getting a little more adventurous with…
Review: Hubert’s Cherry Limeade
Hubert’s, which is a product of Monster Beverage Company (formerly Hansen Natural), has recently launched a new “Cherry Limeade” flavor to their sugar and stevia sweetened lineup. We’re pleased to…
Silverwood Partners Releases Natural Products Biz Report
Investment bank Silverwood Partners has released a lengthy overview of the natural products just in time for valuations to hit at Natural Products Expo West.…