New York-based Absolut, a brand of Pernod Ricard USA, announced that as a steadfast supporter of the LGBTQ+ community for more than 40 years, the launch of Absolut Ally, is the next evolution of its commitment to safer spaces across bars and restaurants for 21-plus adults.

BeatBox Beverages launched its Hard Tea flavor nationwide. As the alcohol tea space grows BeatBox brings its take with its Hard Tea showcasing the key features that make BeatBox a consumer favorite: 11.1% alcohol by volume (ABV), non-carbonated, resealable and recyclable packaging, and low sugar.

Topo Chico Aguas Frescas Hard Seltzer, a summertime special inspired by a classic staple of street markets, taquerias and restaurants, is now on shelves. Offering a modern adult take on traditional aguas frescas, the hard seltzer comes in fruit flavors like Passionfruit Mango, Citrus Tamarind, Ripe Watermelon and Hibiscus Lime.

Based on 2022 fiscal year sales, this year’s Top 100 Beverage Companies report, compiled by the editors of Beverage Industry, has seen a collection of long-running entities exit the list as they merged or were part of an acquisition.

Boxed Water Is Better, Holland, Mich., has juiced-up its flavor lineup with watermelon. Available online, the latest addition to Boxed Water’s line of sustainably packaged water contains subtle hints of watermelon for the perfect refreshing summer beverage.

Seattle-based Jones Soda Co., the original craft soda known for its unconventional flavors and user-submitted photo labels, announced two new flavors of its Mary Jones cannabis-infused beverage brand. 

E. & J. Gallo Winery, Modesto, Calif., announced that it acquired Bev and its portfolio of premium canned wines and spritzers. The acquisition comes two years after Gallo obtained exclusive U.S. distribution rights for Bev and began to bring the brand to more consumers across the country.

PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., published its most recent Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) Report, illustrating actions that are driving equity and further embedding pep+ into the organization. Key accomplishments include making progress on gender parity in management globally, maintaining pay equity, while supporting historically marginalized communities around the world. 

The Boston Beer Co.’s Truly Hard Seltzer, an innovator in the hard seltzer category, reintroduced its first spirits-based seltzer as Truly Vodka Soda. Rolling out now in time for the summer season, Truly Vodka Soda combines six-times-distilled vodka, real fruit juice and premium flavors, it says.

Los Angeles-based G.O.A.T. Fuel, the health-forward energy drink from Pro Football Hall of Famer and renowned NFL G.O.A.T. Jerry Rice, announced closing on its initial Series Seed round of financing, which was oversubscribed and raised $5 million, putting total funds raised since launching in 2020 during the pandemic at $12 million.