Constellation Brands Inc., Victor, N.Y., entered into a brand authorization agreement with The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, in the United States to bring the FRESCA brand into beverage alcohol through the manufacturing, marketing, distribution and launch of FRESCA Mixed, a new line of spirit-based, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails that are well-aligned to a number of emerging consumer trends, it says. 

Breakthru Beverage Group, New York, announced they have a signed agreement to purchase Missouri-based Major Brands, further expanding the company’s North American footprint. Once the deal is completed, which is expected this spring, Major Brands will join the Breakthru Beverage family and begin to deploy the company’s extensive suite of capabilities to help suppliers and customers better reach their target consumers and drive results. 

Truly Hard Seltzer, a brand of Boston-based The Boston Beer Co., announced the launch of its new Margarita Style Hard Seltzers. Putting Truly’s spin on the traditional Margarita, the line features four new flavors: Classic Lime, Strawberry Hibiscus, Watermelon Cucumber and Mango Chili. All will be available nationwide in the Margarita Style Mix Pack throughout January.

Topo Chico Hard Seltzer is kicking off the new year with a bang by launching its highly anticipated Topo Chico Ranch Water Hard Seltzer in select regional markets and releasing its variety pack nationwide. Inspired by the taste of the popular cocktail recipe made famous by Texas bartenders, Topo Chico Ranch Water Hard Seltzer features real lime juice and a refreshing, crisp taste, the company says.

Health-Ade, Torrance, Calif., is launching Keep The Happy in Happy Hour, a campaign to kick off the new year and inspire consumers to choose kombucha as they look for alcohol swaps. 

Miller Family Wine Co., Santa Maria, Calif., announced its newest wine venture: Hand on Heart ― a collection of premium, non-alcohol wines developed in collaboration with Iron Chef Cat Cora.

G FUEL, a brand of West Babylon, N.Y.-based Gamma Labs, developed a new Collector's Box in collaboration with Warner Bros. Pictures to celebrate the release of “The Matrix Resurrections,” now playing in theaters and streaming on HBO Max. 

Wynk THC & Seltzer, Columbus, Ohio, now is available in Maine for “canna-curious” folks looking for the low-key, chill vibe that can be achieved with a microdosed one-to-one ratio of THC and CBD. 

Dry January continues to gain popularity among the “sober curious” looking to experiment with the alcohol-free lifestyle. To assist those who want to give it a try, Minneapolis-based Hairless Dog Brewing Co. has revealed its Dry January Survival Kits.