Coffee producer to release The Pioneer Woman line of premium coffees
January 22, 2021
Ree Drummond, famously known as The Pioneer Woman, represented by Earthbound Brands, announced that they have partnered with coffee producer Zavida Coffee Roasters to provide customers across the country with a new, premium coffee line.
Sonoma County winery to add 16 new markets to footprint
January 22, 2021
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, Miami and Dallas, announced that it has expanded its distribution agreement in 16 additional markets with family owned Sonoma County winery Rodney Strong Wine Estates. This strategic alignment will help further strengthen Rodney Strong’s footprint in the United States and leverage Southern Glazer’s scale, expertise and Proof eCommerce platform to drive growth for its portfolio, the company says.
Italian wine company taps drinks design specialist Denomination
January 19, 2021
Castello del Poggio, a brand of Zonin1821, announced a fresh rebrand by drinks design specialist Denomination to elevate its position in the U.S. market, and compete with challenger brands from within the sweet wine and Italian sectors.
No Days Wasted (NDW Labs Inc.), Vancouver, British Columbia, announced that Chase Claypool, rookie NFL wide receiver of the Pittsburgh Steelers, has joined the brand as an ambassador and spokesperson. Claypool will play an active role in demonstrating the benefits of the No Days Wasted brand — specifically, focusing on its new Hydration Replenisher and immune support products, the company says.
PowerPlant Ventures adds new ZICO Rising platform to portfolio
January 15, 2021
PowerPlant Ventures announced that the fund has acquired ZICO coconut water from The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta. PowerPlant Ventures, a growth equity investor, was co-founded and is co-led by Mark Rampolla, who is the brand visionary behind ZICO, which he founded in 2004 and sold to The Coca-Cola Co. in 2013.
Collaboration furthers brands commitments to sustainability, single-use plastic reduction
January 14, 2021
SodaStream and bubly, both entities within Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo, joined forces to give consumer more ways to enjoy freshly made sparkling water.
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.
Music artist stars in brand’s 1st national TV campaign
January 11, 2021
BODYARMOR LYTE Sports Drink, a brand of Whitestone, N.Y.-based BODYARMOR, announced a new equity partnership with 7-time Grammy Award-winning superstar Carrie Underwood.
ZOA backed by Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Dave Rienzi and John Shulman
January 11, 2021
A multi-faceted team of fitness, health and beverage industry innovators, Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Dave Rienzi and John Shulman, announced the launch of ZOA, a new healthy energy drink set to make waves in the category. Available for purchase in March, ZOA is a reimagined energy drink packed with clean, natural caffeine from green coffee and green tea, antioxidants from camu camu and acerola, as well as vitamin D and a blend of vitamins and nutrients that support immune function and elevate energy levels.
Carbonated soft drink brand debuts TV, launches digital fan portal
January 11, 2021
With artist and international phenom The Weeknd set to take the stage next month, Pepsi is going all-in on the Super Bowl LV Halftime Show starting now.