Company highlights 2021 releases: smartwater+, Coca-Cola with Coffee, Topo Chico Hard Seltzer
April 20, 2021
Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co. reported first quarter 2021 results and provided an update on progress against its strategic initiatives. “We remain focused on emerging stronger and executing against our growth accelerators during the recovery phase. We are pleased with the progress we are making,” said James Quincey, chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Co., in a statement.
New carbonated soft drink available in Original, Cherry and Cream Soda
April 19, 2021
Dr Pepper, a brand of Keurig Dr Pepper, Plano, Texas, announced the launch of Dr Pepper Zero Sugar, which celebrates the blend of its signature 23 flavors in a zero sugar soda. The new variety now is available nationwide in Original, Cherry and Cream Soda flavors.
Premium hard freezer pop brand’s packaging now recyclable through recycling leader
April 15, 2021
SLIQ Spirited Ice, a premium hard freezer pop launched by 21 Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of The Jel Sert Co., has partnered with TerraCycle, to make its packaging nationally recyclable in the United States.
PepsiCo Foundation’s Racial Equality Journey donates to support vendors
April 14, 2021
Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo is celebrating the launch of its newest refreshment beverage: Manzanita Sol, a crisp apple soda. Reminiscent of the flavors of Latin America and the Caribbean, the carbonated soft drink features a lightly sweetened taste, the company says.
Limited-edition packaging in partnership with Team RWB for Stars & Stripes program
April 13, 2021
D.G. Yuengling & Son Inc. announced the rollout of its limited-edition camouflage cans in partnership with military veteran nonprofit Team Red White & Blue (Team RWB) as part of its Stars & Stripes program.
Frozen hydration pops available nationwide in Mountain Berry Blast, Fruit Punch
April 13, 2021
The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, and the Jel Sert Co., West Chicago, Ill., announced the national rollout of POWERADE Sports Freezer Bars, offering everyday athletes a new way to enjoy POWERADE. Available in stores nationwide, POWERADE Sports Freezer Bars feature the brand's most popular flavors: Mountain Berry Blast and Fruit Punch.
Company launches Find Your Island campaign with launch
April 12, 2021
Fishers Island Lemonade, New York, launched four new offerings: Spiked Tea, Pink Flamingo, Fizz and Spirit Pops. This introduction marks the first-ever line extension released since the original brand was launch by Bronya Shillo in 2014.
Liqueur brand partners with La La Anthony for Baileys Colada
April 8, 2021
Baileys, a brand of Diageo North America, New York, is gearing up to deliver a new addition to your next staycation with the launch of Baileys Colada, a new, limited-time offering.
New name reflects company’s milestone as independent company
April 7, 2021
The company formerly known as Nestlé Waters North America announced that it has begun operating under a new corporate name: BlueTriton Brands. This announcement follows the completion of its acquisition by One Rock Capital Partners LLC, in partnership with Metropoulos & Co., from Nestlé S.A., on March 31.
Purchase includes RumChata brand, Midwest Custom Bottling LLC
April 7, 2021
E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo), Modesto, Calif., announced that its spirits division has signed an agreement to acquire Agave Loco LLC, the owner of RumChata, a leading cream liqueur brand.