Review: Bombilla Gourd
Bombilla & Gourd is all about the merits of mate, which boasts more antioxidants than green tea. Plus, it offers calm energy from caffeine, theobromine and theophylline (the soothing stimulant…
Review: WaterPlus
From the makers of FUZE comes WaterPlus, a USDA Organic line of beverages. It’s available in five flavors that feature state-of-the-art vitamin, antioxidant and electrolytes, plus other vitamins and nutrients…
Review: Damzl Fuel
Damzl Fuel is billed as “The Official Energy Drink for Women” and, as the label states, it’s “Not For Dudes!” Will this urban, tough looking brand actually resonate with women?…
PepsiAmericas Strategically Realigns U.S. Business
PepsiAmericas, Inc. plans to strategically realign its U.S. business to further strengthen its customer focused go-to- market strategy, as previously announced. Beginning Jan. 1, 2007, the company’s domestic business will…
Red Bull Price Increase in Works
Red Bull North America may be on the verge of raising distributor prices on its newest 12 oz. can. The move comes just weeks after the company raised the hackles…
FDA Meeting Discusses Functional Food and Drinks
WASHINGTON — The food industry urged federal regulators Tuesday to allow broader health claims on energy drinks, power bars and other so-called functional foods amid criticisms from consumer groups that…
Review: Regatta Ginger Beer
Regatta prepares its Bermuda Stone Ginger Beer in the same time-honored way it was brewed over 100 years ago. The finest ginger roots are imported, blended and slow fermented in…
“Calorie Burning” Enviga Tea Drink a Fraud, CSPI Says
WASHINGTON-Enviga, a new carbonated green tea beverage, claims that it burns more calories than it provides, resulting in “negative calories.” But the nonprofit food watchdog group, the Center for Science…
Review: Lambda Organic Fruit Juices
Already selling well throughout Europe, Lambda Organics are making their U.S. debut in the 4th quarter of 2006. Available in 1 liter and 250 ml proprietary packaging, Lambda Organics line…
Coca-Cola North America and Caribou Coffee Launch New Premium RTD Coffee in U.S.
ATLANTA, Nov. 30 – Coca-Cola North America (CCNA) and Caribou Coffee plan to launch a new line of premium ready-to-drink iced coffees in the U.S. next summer — the sixth…
Review: Bolthouse Bom Dia
The lush Amazon region is full of delicious, ultra-nutritious fruits that are largely undiscovered by the rest of the world. Bolthouse farms brings these flavors to your local grocery store…
The Switch Beverage Company Names Beverage Veteran Maura Mottolese President
@@img1STAMFORD, CT – November 29, 2006 – The Switch Beverage Company, makers of The Switch, the only national, carbonated, 100% juice beverage on the market, named Maura Mottolese president. She…
FDA Approves Fluoride in Bottled Water; Fluoridated Water Reduce the Risk of Tooth Decay
FDA announced last week it will allow fluoridation of bottled water to assist in the prevention of dental caries (cavities), prompting praise from the American Dental Association and concerns from…
Review: G Pure Energy
Created by Ole Sandberg, of VOSS Artesian Water fame, G Pure Energy blends a familiar looking bottle with a unique blend of ingredients and a smooth taste. The proprietary bottle…