Chameleon Cold-Brew is No. 1 organic cold-brew in US
November 3, 2017
Glendale, Calif.-based Nestlé USA continues to diversify its coffee portfolio with the acquisition of Chameleon Cold-Brew, Austin, Texas, a manufacturer of premium-crafted coffee that is consciously sourced and sustainably grown.
Starbucks shifts to single tea brand strategy with Teavana
November 3, 2017
Englewood Cliffs, N.J.-based Unilever North America announced an agreement to acquire the TAZO brand from Seattle-based Starbucks Coffee Co. TAZO is a leading brand in the fast-growing specialty tea category.
In August, Seattle-based Amazon finalized its $13.7 billion acquisition of natural and organic retailer Whole Foods Market, Austin, Texas. The acquisition has translated into big changes not only in the pricing of many natural and organic products sold within Whole Foods stores, but likely will impact the ways that consumers purchase consumer packed goods (CPG).
With the continued success of Constellation Brands and its drive for premiumization and corporate responsibility, Rob Sands has been named Beverage Industry's 2017 Executive of the Year.
Sparkling mineral water brand accelerates company’s evolution, it says
October 4, 2017
According to an article on Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co.’s Coca-Cola Journey website, the company acquired Topo Chico, a premium sparkling mineral water. Topo Chico joins The Coca-Cola Co.’s Venturing & Emerging Brands (VEB) unit, it states.
Bottler’s footprint expands within southern territories
October 2, 2017
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated, Charlotte, N.C., announced that it entered into and completed transactions with The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, to exchange distribution territory.
Company purchased First Quality Water & Beverage’s Pennsylvania operations
October 2, 2017
Niagara Bottling LLC, Ontario, Calif., acquired the bottled water business formerly owned and operated by First Quality Water & Beverage LLC of Lock Haven, Pa. First Quality produced private label and Pureau brand bottled water.
Duckhorn Wine Co. (DWC), Napa Valley, Calif., announced the acquisition of Calera Wine Co. The sale includes the Calera winery, its brand, tasting room, estate vineyards, and all inventory and assets.
Constellation Brands Inc., Victor, N.Y., announced its purchase of Oakland Park, Fla.-based Funky Buddha Brewery, reinforcing its strategy to lead the high-end beer segment in the United States. Funky Buddha will join Constellation’s Craft & Specialty Beer Group.
Lawrence, N.J.-based iTi Tropicals partnered with local starlets “The Kitchen Twins” to create a video demonstrating the benefits of blending coconut water with juices.