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WSWA alcohol shipping study shows 25% of adults report no ID checks

Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA), Washington, D.C., released the findings of a new survey conducted in partnership with Morning Consult that measured current alcohol shipping practices, consumer sentiment and purchasing behaviors.




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Circana releases mid-year 2024 food, beverage market outlook

Circana, an advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, released new Circana Compass insights, providing a comprehensive update on the 2024 performance of the global retail food and beverage (F&B) industry and an outlook for 2025.




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Whole Foods Market forecasts Top 10 food, beverage trends for 2025

Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council unveiled their Top 10 anticipated food and beverage trends for 2025 in the retailer’s 10th annual Trends predictions report. 




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Espolòn Tequila Flor de Oro

Espolòn Tequila introduced Flor de Oro, a limited-edition Reposado tequila infused with natural extract from the marigold flower.




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Readers’ Choice: New Product of the Month | October 2024

Beverage Industry has selected eight new beverage products introduced in October 2024. Vote below to let us know which new product is your favorite!




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Keurig Dr Pepper teams up with Soccer United Marketing, Federación Mexicana de Futbol

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), Burlington, Mass., and Frisco, Texas, has teamed up with Soccer United Marketing (SUM) to unveil a new multi-year partnership with the Federación Mexicana de Futbol (FMF), making Keurig Dr Pepper an official partner of the U.S. tours for the Mexican Men’s and Women’s National Teams.




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Aplós’ non-alcohol Cocktails

Aplós announced the launch of Aplós Cocktails, a lineup of ready-to-drink non-alcohol canned cocktails.




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2024 State of the Beverage Industry: Total milk looks to stabilize volume declines

This year’s State of the Industry report on dairy drinks and alternatives notes that total milk, comprised of dairy, plant and all other milks, looks to stabilize volume declines.




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Bacardí releases mummified Halloween bottle

With Halloween lurking, Bacardí has reimagined its limited-edition bottle. Bacardí’s newest limited-edition mummified Halloween bottle features a mysterious glow-in-the-dark design.




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SupplySide West celebrates 25 years

SupplySide West and Food ingredients North America (FiNA), produced by Informa Markets, celebrated its 25th anniversary. More than 1,100 exhibitors and 15,850 registered attendees gathered Oct. 31-Nov. 4 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas to focus on what’s next in the industry.




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2024 Bottler of the Year: Buffalo Rock Company

In the bottling world, companies recognize the importance of being proactive members of the communities they operate in and serve. For Buffalo Rock Company, Birmingham, Ala., the company’s culture is centered on investing in its people and communities.




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Jones Soda releases Fourth of July 12-pack

Jones Soda Co. announced a charitable partnership with Folds of Honor. The partnership is launching with a 50% donation of the profits on all sales of a special Fourth of July red, white and blue 12-pack featuring the Folds of Honor's folded flag symbol on Jones 12-ounce bottle labels.




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2024 State of the Beverage Industry: Flavor, functionality driving carbonated soft drinks

This year’s State of the Industry report on carbonated soft drinks explores how flavor and functionality innovations entice consumers. 




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MUG Root Beer adds 2024 World’s Ugliest Dog to cans

MUG Root Beer, a new sponsor of the World’s Ugliest Dog contest, has upped the ante this year. Wild Thang, the 2024 winner, will be featured on limited-edition cans of MUG Root Beer.




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Two Roads Road 2 Ruin Zero

Two Roads Brewing Co. unveiled the latest addition to its line of non-alcohol beers: Road 2 Ruin Zero Non-Alcoholic IPA.




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Samuel Adams unveils At-Home Séance Kit

This spooky season, Samuel Adams invites consumers to share a cold Sam Adams with a cold Sam Adams through an otherworldly, limited-edition At-Home Séance Kit.




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2024 Wholesaler of the Year: Silver Eagle Distributors Houston

With more than 1,100 employees who serve Greater Houston, including the counties of Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery, Silver Eagle Houston has built a portfolio of alcohol and non-alcohol products, led by Anheuser-Busch, Constellation Brands and Mark Anthony Brands, that hits all the key needs of its consumers.




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FMCG Gurus Trend Watch: Hot & Soft Drinks in 2024

There has been a rise in weekly consumption of hot coffee specialties, influenced by the current cost-of-living crisis driving consumers to seek affordable luxuries. Furthermore, there has been an impact from rising prices on luxury-related beverage categories and a shift toward more economical alternatives in the soft drink category.




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Cometeer unveils limited-edition 2024 advent calendar

Cometeer is celebrating the 2024 holiday season by launching a limited-edition Cometeer Coffee Advent Calendar, which features 24 flash-frozen capsules of specialty coffee.




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Guayakí’s Berry Lemonade

Guayakí Yerba Mate introduced its latest flavor innovation: Berry Lemonade, joining the brand’s High Energy Cans on shelves nationwide.




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2024 State of the Beverage Industry: Category loyalists, newcomers keep energy drink market thriving

This year’s State of the Industry report on energy drinks highlights how brands can remain relevant in a competitive market by responding to consumers’ shifting energy needs.




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Yerbaé Peachy Mimosa Twist and Raspberry Sorbet

Yerbaé Brands Corp., a plant-based energy beverage company, announced the launch of two additions to its zero-calorie, zero-sugar energy lineup: Peachy Mimosa Twist and Raspberry Sorbet.




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PepsiCo reaches 2025 goal on water-use efficiency in high water-risk areas

PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., announced that it reached its 2025 global goal of a 25% improvement in operational water-use efficiency in high water-risk areas, two years ahead of schedule, based on 2023 data versus a 2015 baseline.




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2024 State of the Beverage Industry: Sports drinks embrace everyday wellness

This year’s State of the Industry report on sports and protein drinks highlights how the category is tapping into everyday wellness trends to support the needs of consumers.




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Texwrap shows off bundlers, sealer at PACK EXPO 2024

ProMach’s brand Texwrap demonstrated its updated DX-130 Dual Roll Bundler and the Kayat SRX-CUF Single Roll Bundler at PACK EXPO.




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2023 State of the Industry | Sugar content challenges juice category

This year’s State of the Industry report on juice and juice drinks notes that, as consumers remain concerned about the high sugar content of juice and juice drinks, this has impacted the overall category.




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2024 State of the Beverage Industry: Juice appeals to consumers for both wellness, enjoyment

This year’s State of the Industry report on juice and juice drinks highlights how juice manufacturers are taking a proactive approach to meet consumers’ health and wellness goals.




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2024 Trucks Report: Delivery fleet manufacturers continue to put more of their eggs into the electric basket

This year, electric technology dominates the 2024 new truck releases. There’s also quite a bit of innovation happening in hydrogen fuel cells.




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2027 EPA standards prompt changes for heavy duty vehicles

Last year, the EPA unveiled a set of proposals geared toward minimizing the levels of greenhouse gases, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides and particulate matter released into the air. Those standards would apply to light- and medium-duty vehicles and would phase in over model years 2027 through 2032.




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Joyburst, Disney collaborate with ‘Inside Out 2’ packaging

Joyburst announced an exclusive beverage collaboration with Disney and Pixar. As part of this collaboration, Joyburst also will rollout new promotional packaging featuring characters from “Inside Out 2” in three flavors: Peach, Watermelon, and Strawberry-Lemonade. 




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PepsiCo releases 2023 ESG results

PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., has published its 2023 progress report on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) results. The 2023 ESG Reporting Suite includes the ESG Summary, ESG Topics A-Z and the ESG Data Hub, providing a detailed update on pep+, its global transformation program that seeks to drive long-term business performance and value.




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2024 State of the Beverage Industry: Price increases slow flow of bottled water market

This year’s State of the Industry report on bottled water examines consumer trends contributing to category performance.




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Waterloo’s Spiced Apple, Pomegranate Açaí

Waterloo Sparkling Water announced the return of its Spiced Apple flavor and the newest addition to its roster: Pomegranate Açaí, both available as limited-time-only (LTO) offerings this fall. 




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amaí’s Sparkling Hibiscus Flower Water

amaí unveiled its Sparkling Hibiscus Flower Water, crafted from organic hibiscus flowers to support heart health, reduce blood pressure and improve digestion, it says.




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The Best Beverage Packages of 2022

In the name of sustainability beverage manufacturers are taking a proactive approach with packaging innovations. With Beverage Industry’s annual Best Packages of Year feature, the editors selected a collection of packaging releases that highlight the sustainable packaging efforts that beverage-makers are applying to their brands.




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YOUTH-LED NONPROFIT DONATES 2,000 BOOKS TO LAUSD SCHOOL

Code Read is delighted to announce its upcoming donation of 2,000 new books to students at Canterbury Avenue Elementary on April 3.




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United Nations Accredited NGO Hunt Hill Farm to Honor American Composer Kim Scharnberg with Goodwill Ambassador title on Ruth and Skitch Henderson Day 2023

In an exclusive event celebrating the enduring legacy of Ruth and Skitch Henderson, United Nations Accredited NGO Hunt Hill Farm is set to nominate esteemed American composer Kim Scharnberg as Goodwill Ambassador.




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Louisville, Kentucky, Ranked #4 for Least Safest Driving City in the U.S. and #2 for Highest Car Wreck Fatality Rate in the U.S.

Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers encouraging safe driving habits amid national report




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ZANT, INC. NAMED FINALIST IN 20th ANNUAL STEVIE® AWARDS FOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Stevie Award Winners to Be Announced in New York on November 10




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Q2 Platinum Flagship Spotlight: Renaissance Leader Dr. Madelyn Blair Holds Her Winning Streak with Hit TV Show "Unlocked", "Mental Espresso" Relaunch

Renowned author, speaker, and radio/TV personality, Dr. Madelyn Blair, takes the spotlight in this very special profile. "Unlock" her hit series, explore her acclaimed work, and get ready for the return of Mental Espresso, reimagined for 2023.




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Q2 Platinum Flagship Spotlight: Renaissance Leader Dr. Madelyn Blair Maintains Her Winning Streak with Hit TV Show "Unlocked", "Mental Espresso" Relaunch

Renowned author, speaker, and radio/TV personality, Dr. Madelyn Blair, takes the spotlight in this very special profile. "Unlock" her hit series, explore her acclaimed work, and get ready for the return of Mental Espresso, reimagined for 2023.




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Key Housing Announces Featured SoCal Listing for Marina del Rey Corporate Housing for December 2023

Key Housing is a best-in-class provider of corporate rentals throughout California from Southern to Northern California.




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Mark McClure of GenX Capital Partners Closes $3.2MM "Cash Out" Refi for 336 Unit Development in Ft Myers

Creative cash-out allows experienced sponsor to recap investors while finalizing $87 million construction schedule




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Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence: Dugan's Travels Hosts Grand European Amawaterways Fam Trip

Dugan's Travels Marks a Quarter Century of Excellence with a Signature European River Cruise Experience for Independent Travel Agents




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E-Mobility Company Modmo Technologies Rings in the New Year with €8.7m in 2021 Seed-Round Investment

Modmo Technologies, producers of high-tech electric bikes, have announced the closing of their seed investment round which amounted to €8.7M.




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Introducing NX12: The Latest e-bike Innovation By Modmo Technologies

Irish micromobility company Modmo Technologies Ltd. is pleased to announce the development of their next generation, state-of-the-art ebike, the NX12.




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Denago eBikes launches Spring 2023 product line

3 new models; starting at $1,099




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Denago to show 2023 eBike line-up at the Sea Otter Classic

Award-winning eBikes on display at world's largest cycling festival




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Global Wellness Icon and New York Times Bestselling Children's Book Author Robin Arzón Launches New Bilingual Toy Line Bebé Fuerte™

Co-Developed with TOMY International, Bebé Fuerte™ is Now Available at Walmart and Independent Toy Stores




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Denis D. Sauvé Featured in Marquis Who's Who Millennium Magazine

Denis D. Sauvé earns prominent placement in Millennium Magazine's Fourteenth Edition