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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Spirits Distribution: Mom Water Hits New England; Heritage Grows with Beer Wholesalers
In this latest round of distribution news, we check in with new coconut vodka water, Mother's Milk and another fruit-infused vodka cocktail named after the same parent, Mom Water, as well as craft distillers Heritage Distilling and Frey Ranch, plus news from rum Coconut Cartel.
Distribution: Pamos Enters Spec’s As Texas THC Set Expands; Japan Feeling VYBES
THC-infused beverages are on the march in Texas, as liquor retail chain Spec’s has added Pamos Cannabis Cocktails & Spirits to over 200 locations in the Lone Star State.
NielsenIQ: Non-Alc Beverages Decelerate During Late February Period
Non-alcoholic beverage sales decelerated slightly as volume declines worsened during the two-week period ending February 24, according to the latest analysis of NielsenIQ data by Goldman Sachs Equity Research.
“For The Folks”: Black-Owned Brands Take On Hard Seltzer
Two brands are taking two different approaches to expansion as they vie to be the "first" hard seltzer brand launched for and by Black people.
Whole Foods to Open Mini “Daily Shop” Stores in New York
The Amazon-owned grocery chain announced today that it will begin opening up new “small-format” stores, called Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, for quick trips in several urban markets, beginning with a Manhattan location this fall.
Celsius: Energy Co. Passes $1B In Full-Year Revenue For First Time
Celsius posted 100% revenue gain in both its fourth quarter and FY2023 earnings report today as it topped $1.32 billion in full year revenue.
Distribution: RTD Dirty Shirley Partners with SGWS, Expands to New Markets
Ready-to-drink cocktail Dirty Shirley has partnered with Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (SGWS), the company announced today, as it expands the reach of the nostalgic brand into new territories.
United Sodas of America Elects a New President
Election years are marked by major changes in leadership. But while the U.S.A. has until this November to decide their next representatives, United Sodas of America has already elected its new president.
Distribution: Jones Soda Makes the Play for Foodservice
Seattle-based craft soda producer Jones Soda Co. has created a new internal foodservice division to focus on growing the brand in on-premise accounts; Also, Tulua grows in Whole Foods, Backyard Tea Makers partners with Momentum, Betty Buzz heads to Canada and more.
Gorgie Dials Back DSD Focus In Favor Of “Digital Convenience” Strategy
After assessing its first year on shelves, Gorgie has realigned its distribution strategy to seek out the “stickiest” sales channels, a road that’s taken the female-focused energy drink back towards e-commerce.
PepsiCo: U.S. Business Lags in Q4, Tempers 2024 Expectations
PepsiCo announced during its Q4 2023 earnings report relatively flat net revenue growth amid challenges in volumes and its North American Beverages and Quaker Foods businesses.
Odyssey Raises $6M As Brand Embraces “Straight Up Energy” Identity
Functional mushroom drink maker Odyssey has raised $6 million in a new funding round backed primarily by family offices and individual investors, as the Florida-based company seeks to build on expansion gains from 2023 this year.
Redcon1 Goes “Prime Time” With Deion Sanders
Sport nutrition and energy drink maker Redcon1 announced today that Deion Sanders has joined the brand as a minority investor and will help build awareness and grow its beverage distribution into new retail channels.
Spirits Distribution: NightOwl Aims for Buzz in New States, Lodestar Debuts in CA
In this latest round of distribution news, we check in with caffeinated cocktails Bold Move Beverages and NightOwl Martini, newcomer Lodestar Whiskey, and flavored tequila Madam Paleta.