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: Tequio Hits Erewhon, Emma Watson Teams Up with RNDC
In this latest round of distribution news, we check in with Tequio, Fairfields Rum, Kastra Elion Vodka and two UK gins headed this way, Warner’s and Renais Gin, the latter courtesy of Harry Potter star actor Emma Watson’s Renais Spirits.
BevNET Live Winter 2023: Delta-9 Hemp Shifts the Market
Though it’s just getting rolling, Delta-9 THC is looking like a game changer in the cannabis food and beverage space as the hemp-derived ingredient is making it possible for brands to break out of the dispensary channel and reach mainstream shoppers.
BevNET Live Winter 2023: Inside Albertsons
In this video from BevNET Live Winter 2023, held December 4-5 in Marina del Rey, California, a trio of leaders at Albertsons sat down to discuss what they look for in the brands they bring in and how entrepreneurs can make the most of their relationship with the retailer.
BevNET Live Recap: Identifying Disruption and the State of M&A
BevNET Live Winter 2023's second day of programming featured presentations on disruption, non-alcoholic alternatives, M&A opportunities, and more.
Road Warriors: Tips for Winning Your Costco Roadshow
Club chain Costco for years has used roadshow sampling events as a testing ground for new brands being considered for a rotation in-store. The process of planning, staging, executing and following through can be complicated and fraught with risk.
Spirits Distribution: Mr Black Aims for National Buzz, Lo Siento Hits Pavilions
In this latest round of distribution news, we check in with Lo Siento, Never Say Die Bourbon and Diageo’s Mr Black Coffee Liqueur.
Yerbaé Teams With Penn State NIL Collective To Build “Beachhead” For Eastern Expansion
Yerbaé has partnered with Penn State University’s NIL collective, Happy Valley United, in a unique marketing arrangement that includes the release of an exclusive Blue Razz flavor and new distribution partners in Pennsylvania.
Spirits Distribution: Gay Water Lands in Total Wine, Inspiro Tequila Hits New Territories
In this latest round of distribution news, we check in with Gay Water, plus Inspiro Tequila, hard water “cocktail” Bluebird, Nosotros agave spirits and Wahaka Mezcal.
One-Tier System: How BOTLD Circumvented Control Laws to Sell Craft Spirits
Pennsylvania’s liquor laws are some of the most restrictive in the country, making state-controlled liquor stores an unlikely venue for consumers to discover out-of-state small or craft distilleries.
This Week’s New Products: MTN DEW Game Fuel, Plus Waterdrop, Super Coffee, AVEC
In this week’s new products gallery, MTN DEW helps gamers level up with the return of a popular LTO, AVEC teams up with Yes! Apples and Dr Pepper cranks up the heat.
NOOMA Prioritizes Function In Packaging Refresh
Sports and energy drink maker NOOMA has refreshed its packaging for the first time in the brand’s nearly 10 year run as it drills down on functionality and focuses brand-building in ecommerce channels.
Spirits Distribution: Costa Goes West, Brody’s Gets A Refresh
In this latest roundup of distribution news, we check in with fast-expanding Costa Tequila, plus Brody’s Craft Cocktails, limoncello brand Fabrizia and single malt specialist Brother Justus.
Gnubees Locks In Coremark As It Eyes U.S. C-Stores
Gnubees believes its better-for-you, juice-adjacent kids drinks have a path towards capturing a significant piece of the category, and it is eyeing the convenience channel as its route to get there.
L.A. Libations Launches ‘Taste Tomorrow’ In-Store Cooler Program
A new in-store cooler program launched this year by L.A. Libations is leading to national expansion for Saint James Iced Tea and Hawaii Volcanic Water. The new merchandising initiative, dubbed Taste Tomorrow, began in July.