Distribution: RYZE Adds More Mushroom Lattes To Target
In distribution news, RYZE added more lattes to Target, Gym Soda is entering NYC with Big Geyser and Walmart modernizes its iced tea set.
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Sol-ti Bets on Foodservice Expansion With Key Hires, Multifunctional Shots
Functional wellness shot and cold-pressed juice brand Sol-ti has hired experienced beverage industry operators to help expand its retail footprint.
Distribution: Hiyo Goes National with Target
Non-alcoholic social tonic maker Hiyo is rolling out to nearly 2,000 Target stores nationwide, according to the brand, as well as online via Target.com.
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Distribution: Gold Coast Steps Up With ‘Proven’ Brands
The New York City DSD house’s trio of new signings in key categories -- OWYN, Jolene and Spindrift -- signal that it has the clout to attract experienced brands that need support up-and-down the street.
Spirits Distribution: LIXIR and West Peak Hit Major Chains, Ego Tequila Expands In Texas
In this month’s distribution news, Ego Tequila makes moves in Texas, NEFT Vodka’s mini barrels roll into BevMo!, and several ready-to-drink (RTD) brands land big California accounts
NIQ: Functional Drinks Surge In C-Stores As Gen-Z Loses Interest
The convenience store channel is evolving beyond beer, soda and chips to meet a growing demand for healthier food and beverage options.
William Grant & Sons Shifts Distribution to Reyes in RNDC Fallout
Reyes Beverage Group has picked up another major spirits supplier in California as Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) winds down operations in the Golden State.
Rekt Reaches Retail: Web3 Beverage Brand Enters SoCal 7-Elevens
After launching online late last year with a series of limited time drops for each flavor, web3-aligned sparkling water brand Rekt is entering the real world with the roll out of its Liquidated Lime flavor into three Southern California 7-Eleven locations this month.
Deep Diving California’s Distribution Shakeup and the RNDC Fallout
With Republic National Distributing (RNDC) winding down distribution operations in California ahead of September 1 exit and consolidation continuing among craft wholesalers, this week’s Brewbound Podcast explores the fallout of both in the Golden State.
GoodPop Set to Exit Beverages, Refocus on Core Frozen Biz
GoodPop has discontinued its kid-positioned sparkling juice drinks in order to focus on its core offerings in frozen treats.
Beer Distributors Love Alani Nu, But Could They Soon Lose It?
93% of beer distributors said Alani Nu is a strong focus of their NA portfolios and they are not de-emphasizing sales even if Celsius’ $1.8 billion purchase of the energy and protein drink brand in February opens the door for a distribution shakeup.
Rancho La Gloria Producer Patco Brands Moves Distribution to California Beverage Solution
Patco Brands, the manufacturer of one of the leading wine-based ready-to-drink (RTD) products and other private label brands, will move its California distribution to California Beverage Solution (CBS) August 1, the companies announced today.
Hand Family’s Sunset Strikes Again, Acquires Scout’s LA Business
Hand Family Companies’ (HFC) Sunset Distribution subsidiary is adding another piece to its growing craft footprint in California with the acquisition of Scout Distribution in Los Angeles.
LALO Tequila Shifts Distribution to Reyes Beverage Group
Another major spirits supplier is shifting its California distribution to Reyes Beverage Group following the shuttering of Republic National Distributing Company’s (RNDC) operations in the Golden State.
Guru Q2 Revenue Dips As PepsiCo Distribution Ends
Guru Energy Drink experienced “temporary significant headwinds” in its second quarter earnings as the brand moves back to direct distribution in Canada.
UNFI Shuts Down ‘Certain Systems’, Service Disrupted After Cyberattack
Leading wholesale distributor UNFI has shut down some of its computer systems, leading to service and fulfillment disruptions, following a cyberattack last week. UNFI discovered “unauthorized activity” in its network on Thursday and proactively took several systems offline.
As RNDC Exits California, What’s Next For Suppliers?
While former RNDC suppliers plot their next move, what will be the impact of the distributor’s exit on independent spirits and ready-to-drink (RTD) brands in California, and beyond?