Packaging transition based on millennial, multicultural demand
February 2, 2021
Heineken, a brand of White Plains, N.Y.-based HEINEKEN USA, is entering the fast-growing slim can market and updating the style of Heineken Original. The refreshed cans will debut with an initial March launch throughout Florida. The 12-ounce slim cans will be available in six-, 12-, 18- and 24-packs.
Truly Hard Seltzer, a brand of The Boston Beer Co., announced the launch of Truly Iced Tea Hard Seltzer, an amalgamation of hard seltzer, real brewed tea and fruit flavor.
Company’s partnership with CKBG marks first entry into RTD spirits category
January 26, 2021
Molson Coors Beverage Co., Chicago, announced a partnership with CKBG to distribute Superbird, a 100 percent blue agave tequila-based cocktail. The agreement marks Molson Coors first entry into the premium ready-to-drink (RTD) spirits category and its latest move beyond the beer aisle.
Michelob ULTRA Organic Seltzer designed for mature hard seltzer consumers
January 13, 2021
Michelob ULTRA, a brand of St. Louis-based Anheuser-Busch, is launching a hard seltzer for people who prioritize natural flavors and enjoy an active lifestyle. Michelob ULTRA Organic Seltzer hits shelves nationwide this month with three flavors: Cucumber Lime, Spicy Pineapple and Peach Pear.
Bud Light Seltzer, a brand of St. Louis-based Anheuser-Busch, announced the addition of a new product: Bud Light Seltzer Lemonade. Packed with lemonade taste, the new variety pack features four new flavors: Original Lemonade, Black Cherry Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade and Peach Lemonade.
Self-pour system designed for sampling beers, wines
January 7, 2021
iPourIt, a beverage dispensing technology, uses RFID-activated screens and taps that allow users to pour on their own and serve as little or as much as they please, sampling beers, seltzers, wines and more, the company says.