HOUSE WINE to pledge a portion of the proceeds for all three ‘rainbow’ products to the HRC
May 31, 2022
Seattle-based The Original House Wine (HOUSE WINE), kicked off the fifth year of partnership with the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation's largest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization. To celebrate, HOUSE WINE has added two new products to its rainbow lineup— Rainbow Rosé Frozé Pouch and a Rainbow Sparkling Rosé Bottle.
San Diego-based Rowdy Energy announced that it recently brand partnered with Camielle Kostek, former New England Patriots cheerleader and current host of TBS’ “Wipeout.” Kostek will serve as the Chief Wellness Officer for its new calorie-burning line Power Burn. Launched in February, the beverage contains zero sugar and 160 mg of natural caffeine from green tea and green coffee and contains just 5 calories.
AVANTI expands import footprint with brands representing France, Italy and New Zealand
May 26, 2022
Los Angeles-based Riboli Family Wines, a family-owned company founded in 1917, announced the creation of AVANTI, a new division dedicated to a portfolio of ultra-premium and luxury wine brands from France, Italy, New Zealand and other regions.
The new line of cannabis-infused iced teas to hit select Canadian markets in July
May 23, 2022
Boston-based The Boston Beer Co. Inc., maker of brands such as Samuel Adams, Truly Hard Seltzer and Twisted Tea, announced the launch of TeaPot, a new line of cannabis-infused iced teas. TeaPot is the company’s first infused beverage offering and will be available in select Canadian provinces beginning in July, the company says.
New solar farm, shift to recycled plastic transitions 11 million-plus bottles to help minimize carbon footprint
May 20, 2022
Los Angeles-based POM Wonderful, grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States, announced it is furthering its commitment to a sustainable future with the transition to 100% recycled plastic (rPET) bottles and shifting more than 90% of its electricity needs to renewable energy.
Company debuts new dispenser model at 2022 National Restaurant Association Show
May 17, 2022
The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, announced the launch of Coca-Cola Freestyle 8100, a new back-of-house dispenser developed specifically for the crew-serve occasion. The new dispenser’s advanced technology streamlines drink pouring for foodservice crews, helping reduce drive-thru wait times for diners while providing the beverage quality and variety they crave, according to the company.
Passion Orange Guava exclusive to hard seltzer line
May 16, 2022
Spindrift Spiked, a brand of Spindrift Beverage Co., Newton, Mass., added four new varieties to its real fruit lineup including long-time Spindrift favorites and one entirely new flavor. In addition to sparkling fan favorites Grapefruit, Lemon and Blood Orange Tangerine, Spindrift is debuting a new, Spiked-exclusive flavor: Passion Orange Guava.
The kefir company with Ukrainian roots to launch charity relief bottle with 100% of profits benefiting humanitarian aid
May 12, 2022
Morton Grove, Ill.-based Lifeway Foods Inc. continues to stand with the people of Ukraine by expanding humanitarian relief efforts to support those in need, it says. Building on its ongoing efforts, Lifeway announced its specially marked charity relief bottle with 100% of profits going toward Ukrainian humanitarian aid with a commitment of up to $1 million.
Molson Coors to receive BeerBoard’s proprietary data and analytics
May 12, 2022
Syracuse, N.Y.-based BeerBoard, a leader in technology, insights and automated intelligence for the on-premise hospitality industry, announced it has partnered with Chicago-based Molson Coors Beverage Co., to provide insights and data for on-premise retail locations.