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: Martignetti Grows in New England; Margs on the March
Martignetti Companies, a New England distributor of wines and spirits, announced yesterday an agreement to acquire Hartley & Parker Limited, Inc. in Connecticut, expanding the company's footprint in New England.
Distribution Roundup: 100 Coconuts Locks In New Partnerships, Just Made Launches New Smoothie Line
Coconut water brand 100 Coconuts expands in New York, Tennessee and Georgia with new distribution partnerships. Just Made releases a smoothie drink line along with a 11-state rollout and Paris Baguette begins offering Lavazza coffee and beverages in select cafes.
Richard’s Rainwater Eyes Scaling Nationally With Increased Supply
Richard’s Rainwater announced the completion of the world’s largest potable rainwater collection site in Louisiana, setting its sustainability sights on reducing its carbon footprint with a network of decentralized collection and distribution hubs.
Distribution Roundup: Non-Alc Brand Free AF U.S. Launch, Sunwink Expands Target Footprint
New Zealand's first non-alcoholic spirits brand is preparing for a March launch in the U.S. thanks to a partnership with Sprouts nationwide. Sunwink increases its offerings in Target and instant boba tea maker BobaBam hits the club channel.
Wholesalers Dish on Non-Alc, SKU (and Supplier) Rationalization and PepsiCo’s Blue Cloud
The state of middle-tier operations was among the focus areas of Beer Business Daily’s 2023 Beer Industry Summit this week in West Palm Beach, Florida.
ICR 2023: Vita Coco Talks Supply Chain Strength, Launching Spiked Coconut Water
During its ICR conference session on Tuesday, The Vita Coco Company discussed how the strength of its supply chain has allowed it to innovate beyond just coconut water while remaining a category leader despite increased competition.
ICR 2023: Black Rifle, UNFI, SunOpta & Zevia Share Updates
This week, a cross-section of public and private companies from across industries is meeting in Orlando, Florida for the 25th edition of the annual ICR conference. The invitation-only event featured a full-slate of daily presentations from publicly traded companies on its opening day today.
Sazerac to Move Portfolio From RNDC in Several States Including California, Texas & Florida
On the heels of moving its portfolio of brands to beer wholesalers in Washington state and Colorado last August, Sazerac Company announced last week a major change to its route-to-market in several states.
Distribution: Oatly Expands Hospitality Presence; SANS Teams Up With Online Marketplace Bubble
Oat milk giant Oatly is expanding its foodservice presence in the U.S. through a new partnership with Graduate Hotels slated to begin in January.
MALK Raises $9M To Support Retail Growth
Alternative dairy brand MALK announced the close of a $9 million Series B round today to support the brand’s recent shift into national distribution.
Distribution: Swoon Lands in Publix Across the Southeast; Bang Energy Hops the Pond
New York-based zero sugar iced tea and lemonade maker Swoon has landed its full beverage lineup in Publix stores across the Southeast, the brand announced last week.
Distribution Roundup: Caliwater Adds Stater Bros. Markets on West Coast; Mananalu Enters Grocery Space With Sprouts Farmers Markets
After launching last year, Caliwater continues to expand its retail presence, most recently entering Stater Bros. Markets across Southern California. The Los Angeles-based brand, founded by actors Vanessa Hudgens and Oliver Trevena, hit store shelves earlier this month in Ginger & Lime and Wild Prickly Pear flavors.
Distribution Roundup: Jeng Adds Sarene On East Coast; Alkaline88 Enters Europa
In this week's Distribution Roundup, craft mocktail brand Jeng partners with beer distributor Sarene to service the East Coast, while Alkaline88 targets fitness and nutrition retailers via Europa Sports, plus news from Wynk, RISE Brewing Co., Poppilu, Play Mode and Rowdy Energy.
Legal Experts: Provi Suit Against Distributors ‘A Major Antitrust Case’
Last week, e-commerce beverage-alcohol platform Provi filed a complaint against Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits and Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC), alleging that the companies have unlawfully stifled the growth of its platform. The complaint filed March 29 in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Eastern Division, alleges that the defendants have acted together and individually to “boycott, disparage and tortiously interfere with Provi’s business.”