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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Southern Glazer’s Strikes Another A-B Distributor Deal
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits announced its acquisition of Anheuser-Busch InBev’s assets of Eagle Rock Distributing Co. in Colorado.
Fun Times Soda Pop Scales DSD, Eyes Gap Between Legacy CSDs and Functional Sodas
Fun Times Soda Pop, a nostalgia-inspired soda brand co-founded by television personality Rutledge Wood, is expanding its footprint with new DSD partnerships in Chicago and New York.
Distribution: Woodstock Goods Strikes Strategic Partnership with Craft & Art
Hemp THC beverage producer Woodstock Goods is teaming with Craft & Art Wine & Spirits, a sales and operation company helping to scale beverage brands.
Breakthru Beverage Enters Hemp Distribution
Breakthru Beverage Group, one of the largest beverage wholesalers in the U.S., is entering intoxicating hemp drink distribution.
Milo’s Aims to Control the Chilled Category
Lemonade and sweet tea brand Milo’s is building toward a goal of $1 billion in retail sales by investing across production, distribution and innovation.
Pricklee Rebrands as Natural Hydration Drink, Raises $2M
After five years in business and hot off raising a $2 million seed round, Pricklee has rebranded its offerings and repositioned itself from a cactus water to a “natural hydration” drink as it seeks to scale national distribution and become more competitive in mainstream channels.
Kombucha Culture Enters U.S. With Gen Z Lifestyle Pitch
Costa Rica-based Kombucha Culture is scaling into the U.S. after building its brand in its home country over the last decade.
Distribution: Chameleon Flash Brew Launches in Erewhon
Famous for its flagship cold brews, Chameleon Coffee is testing out a new coffee style with the launch of its functional Flash Brew RTD line in all Erewhon stores this month.
Hy.Q Begins ‘Big Push’ in Retail with LA Distributing Partnership
Los Angeles-based hydration beverage brand Hy.Q is looking to make a “big push” in its backyard this year, partnering with Los Angeles Distributing Company (LAD) as founder and CEO Rick Mochulsky aims to raise awareness and drive trial for the year-old startup.
Distribution: Protein Pop Pushes into Costco with Plus Line
Rise Wellness is extending its Protein Pop line with Protein Pop Plus, launching in 607 Costco locations across the country this month; Better-for-you brand Zevia has unveiled upgraded packaging across its product lines, with new flavors rolling out into Walmart.
Nixie Launches New Flavors, DSD As Soda Is Ready to ‘Run’
After a hot start in sparkling, Nixie knows where it's going next.
Dora’s Naturals Adds Philly Distribution
New York-based powerhouse distributor Dora’s Naturals is expanding south to Philadelphia, the company’s first push outside the tri-state area.
Distribution: Mocean Gets Moving Through Faire
Adult-focused energy drink Mocean is in motion, now offering wholesale availability through Faire for independent retail accounts across North America.
Throne Sport Coffee Nets $10M Raise, Launches DSD with Big Geyser
Patrick Mahomes-backed functional beverage maker Throne Sport Coffee is ready to build its kingdom in New York, announcing a $10 million funding round and partnering with DSD house Big Geyser for a major push into the NYC metro market this year.