Muhtar Kent steps in as Coke CEO
The Coca-Cola Company today completed its executive leadership transition as Muhtar Kent officially became the Company’s new chief executive officer. Kent, 55, follows Neville Isdell, 65, who will remain chairman…
Review: Iskilde
Iskilde, meaning “cold spring”, has been untouched by any urban settlement dating back to the last ice age.…
Floods damage corn crop, HFCS prices likely to rise
Beverage companies that use high-fructose corn syrup may suffer pinched margins in the near future, as Midwestern floods washed away some of this year’s corn crop. The Associated Press reported…
Review: Guayaki: Pure Heart
Pure Heart, a “Raspberry Revolution” blend, is Guayaki’s lastest addition to their award-winning line of Organic Yerba Mate Drinks. Pure Heart features invigorating organic yerba mate (mah-tay) combined with hawthorn…
Review: Sex Drive Energy Drink
Sex Drive Energy Drink is a Premium Energy Drink that contains powerful energy boosters combined with natural and supplemental ingredients known to enhance stamina, vitality and performance in both men…
Review: Dr. Tim’s Jungle Juice
Dr. Tim’s Jungle Juice is formulated using all natural ingredients. Each ingredient was selected using very strict criteria to help with a variety of functional benefits.…
Beverage growth slows, CSDs hurt worst
The growth of liquid refreshment beverages in the U.S. fell to half the rate it charted in 2006, according to Beverage Digest. The newsletter’s survey found that all-channel LRG volume…
Review: Eclipse Beverages Sparkling Iced Tea
Sparkling iced teas. Offering a refreshing, great tasting alternative to traditional sodas.…
Enhanced water not likely to grow as fast as predicted
The enhanced water market may not expand as much as had been previously predicted, according to one analyst that made those predictions. “We believe our 3-5 year forecast for the…
U.S. mayors resolve to trim bottled water
The U.S. Conference of Mayors passed a resolution Monday encouraging cities across the country to phase out city spending on bottled water, but the American Beverage Association called the measure…
Wrap up: InnoBev US Beverage Entrepeneur Forum
See the InnoBev photo gallery here By John Craven and John McKenna A partnership between BevNET.com and Zenith International saw the launch of a new era in beverage industry conferences…
Review: Slump Buster
SlumpBuster is a new 16 ounce energy drink that’s designed to be used for those times in your life when you are in a slump.…
Review: ViB
ViB is a new beverage that claims to be “unlike any other drink on the market today.” ViB’s recipe combines nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to naturally relax the mind…
Review: Mountain Valley Sparkling Water
Award-winning Mountain Valley Sparkling Water returned to the premium water market in 2005, in vintage glass packaging that received an IBWA Aqua Award. The carbonation level was selected with the…