- The acquisition will significantly expand the U.S. presence of the family-owned Castillo Hermanos, providing a platform for the group to grow its existing U.S. business unit.
- When Walmart calls, you answer. When the retail giant offers you shelf space in 2,700 of its stores, you say “yes.” But turning that opportunity into success? That’s where the real challenge begins. Alan Scholnick, the founder of...
- In this week’s new products gallery, BRĒZ gives its flagship product an extra kick, Waterloo heads to Flavortown with Guy Fieri and La Colombe pays homage to a classic summertime treat.
- Waterloo is partnering for the second year in a row with celebrity chef Guy Fieri on a new limited edition line of co-branded flavors: Lemon Italian Ice, Huckleberry Cobble and Spiced Mango Sorbet; The Coca-Cola Company’s “Share a Coke”...
- This week's review roundup take a critical eye to NBA star Steph Curry's collaboration with PLEZi Hydration, plus Be Love and Deadless.
- Pabst Brewing Co., San Antonio, announced the launch of its new light lager: Pabst Light. Rolling out nationwide this April, Pabst Light delivers the quality and affordability that consumers have come to expect from the Pabst name, the...
- With softer sales and shifting trade policy rocking the spirit industry, founders searching for a buyer will need to get creative, according to a panel discussion at the annual Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS) conference in...
- Harvest Hill Beverage Company, best known as the maker of kids drink brands SunnyD and Juicy Juice, has agreed terms for its acquisition by Guatemalan business group Castillo Hermanos, in partnership with private investment firm...
- The three flavors are the latest examples of Waterloo’s commitment to flavor artistry and crafting authentic flavors that taste like they are supposed to, it adds.
- Drinks featuring sea-derived ingredients like algae, spirulina, and sea moss are gaining strong momentum, fueled by rising consumer interest in health, sustainability, and plant-based nutrition.
- Both subcategories see positive sales performance and have bounced back from negative unit sales the year prior.
- King Juice, the parent company of Calypso Lemonades, is expanding its beverage portfolio with the acquisition of plant-based hydration brand Mela Water, producers of a premium watermelon water in cans.
- Brewers are trying to understand the new rules, which will see some beer imports face a levy of 25%
- Trump's tariffs are bad news for the EU wine industry, more bad news could be to come.
- Consumers are demanding more out of their favorite pick-me-ups, as younger consumers turn to cold coffees infused with medicinal mushrooms for a functional lift and tea refreshers for caffeine moderation and immune support.
- Already a phenomenon in the US, gut health soda taps into the global health and wellness drive. Discover if it has the potential worldwide
- GORGIE, New York, announced their launch at 863 Target stores across the nation, debuting its four core energy drink flavors: Tropical Punch, Watermelon Splash, Peach Tea and Mango Burst.
- Attempting to separate fact from fiction in a short seller report is a dangerous pastime, no doubt. Last week’s NINGI Research report on Vita Coco does all but light the final match after dousing the coconut water company in flammable...
- Functional beverage startup Wet Hydration has closed a $4.5 million funding round, backed exclusively by private investors, as the brand looks to amp up its market presence this year with new innovation and key new personnel hires,...
- Coca-Cola Freestyle is putting a new spin on the iconic Share a Coke experience by turning consumers’ Freestyle mix into a more personalized, shareable moment.
- U.K.-based functional beverage maker TRIP Drinks expanded its reach to Target stores across the U.S. this month, bringing the brand’s total global distribution footprint to 40,000 doors.
- Nixie Beverage Company has landed a $26.9 million investment as it scales deeper into the zero-sugar soda set.
- BeatBox Beverages, Austin, Texas, and Van Holten’s, Waterloo, Wis., have teamed up to launch an unexpected limited-time flavor: Big Papa Pickle Margarita.
- Throughout the month of April, Schilling is set to donate 5% of its sales from cans and draft pours of its best-selling ciders, including Excelsior Imperial Apple (Climate Neutral) and Moon Berries.
- Kevin McCray, the co-founder behind groundbreaking brand Kevin's Natural Foods, reveals the strategic playbook that propelled his namesake brand to an $800 million acquisition by Mars, Inc. in 2023, and how he's applying those same...
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- The EU has unveiled plans to help the wine industry
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- Hand Family Companies (HFC) has made a blockbuster deal to add Stone Distributing Company and Classic Beverage in Southern California to its newly formed Sunset Distributing subsidiary, the multistate independent Anheuser-Busch...
- The On Premise universe grew in December, particularly driven by openings of Casual dining outlets, which were the most common venue type.
- Fitness influencer Ashton Hall’s morning routine has turned into a huge boost for Saratoga Spring Water, and after a viral video last month turbo-charged the brand’s sales, we’re watching for their next move.
- Alcohol-free drinks might be booming: but the reality is that they still only reach a small proportion of the potential consumer base. How can they reach new users?
- Beverage innovation in important. It’s what keeps driving the category forward and helps blurs categories and push boundaries. Our weekly round-up is here to help you find the white spaces and opportunities in the beverage category.
- Popular sweetener sucralose linked to increased appetite. We discover the science behind the claims.
- Brewing start-up Beyond Belief Brewing is utilising pasta waste to produce a range of beers that
- Advocating for the federal government to untangle distilled spirits from tariff policy was the major theme at the annual Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS) conference in Washington D.C. this week.
- Is West Virginia’s groundbreaking move to ban artificial dyes in food the pebble that causes an avalanche? And, is Ben Stiller really leaping into an already crowded pool for BFY soda? Lots to discuss. We also sit down with Dan Grim, the...
- In this week’s new products gallery, we take a look at co-branded launches from Starbucks and Nespresso, Bang and Any Means Possible, and VMI Sports and PEZ. As well, we feature multipack launches from Electrolit and St. Cecilia Soda.
- In a conversation with Beverage Industry, Ed Brown, Partner at law firm Burr & Forman with the Beverage Services practice, discussed what impact tariffs could have on business operations in the United States, as well as what wholesalers,...
- Dutch Bros Inc. announced its plans to launch a line of Dutch Bros packaged coffee and related products to be sold in retail outlets in partnership with Trilliant Food & Nutrition LLC.
- The proliferation of 'high protein' claims is part of a broader trend among consumers.
- Nestlé's head of nutrition talks to FoodNavigator about how macro-trends are affecting the business, and how trends are shaping its future.
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- Fan-favorite HARD MTN DEW Code Red is joining the HARD MTN DEW lineup. To commemorate this much-anticipated release, HARD MTN DEW is adding fuel to the frenzy with a “Code Red” of its own: a PSA to save the world’s redheads.
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- Created with four-time NBA Champion Stephen Curry, PLEZi Hydration is the latest collaboration from PLEZi Nutrition’s partnership with Stephen and Ayesha Curry, who are both co-founders and brand ambassadors of the PLEZi Hydration...
- Jim Beam, Clermont, Ky., unveiled its latest flavor innovation, Jim Beam Pineapple, adding to its award-winning portfolio.
- AG Barr with scrap Scottish spring water brand Strathmore as it simplifies its company's structure
- A round-up of IFE 2025 product highlights including Jersey Dairy, Jane, Naturli, Krocus, The Canine Menu, School Yard Kitchen, Butcombe Brewing.