Jones Soda Co., Seattle, announced the launch of Mary Jones Hemp Delta-9 (HD-9) Shooters. The new product joins the brand's HD-9 craft sodas and gummies, featuring the same pure cane sugar formulation and classic taste of Jones Soda, adapted for HD-9.

Living Essentials’ 5-hour ENERGY Shots, Farmington, Mich., is partnering with actor and BBQ pro Brian Baumgartner to get people into the grill zone with a BBQ sauce that delivers a caffeinated kick.

The highly anticipated Season 3 of FX’s “The Bear” is just days away, and Stella Artois is returning for its starring role at the dining table.

PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., has published its 2023 progress report on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) results. The 2023 ESG Reporting Suite includes the ESG Summary, ESG Topics A-Z and the ESG Data Hub, providing a detailed update on pep+, its global transformation program that seeks to drive long-term business performance and value.

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA), FMI - The Food Industry Association and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) issued a joint commitment related to the responsible marketing and merchandising of crossover alcohol products.

In conjunction with National Iced Tea Month, Bethesda, Md.-based JUST ICE Tea announced its summer campaign: Tea Marks the Spot. 

Primo Water Corp., Tampa, Fla., and an affiliate of BlueTriton Brands Inc., Stamford, Conn., announced the entry into a definitive agreement to create a leading North American pure-play healthy hydration company in an all-stock transaction that was unanimously approved by their respective Boards of Directors.

Brothers, Jason and Travis Kelce, are teaming up as significant owners and operators of Garage Beer. The small-batch brewed, classic light beer was founded in their home state of Ohio and has been growing rapidly across the country, the company says.

Newport Craft Distilling, Newport, R.I., announced the acquisition of KEEL Vodka, another Rhode Island brand. This strategic move will see Keel Vodka join Newport Craft’s award-winning portfolio, which includes White Squall Vodka & Gin, Sea Fog Whiskeys and Thomas Tew Rums.

With the countdown to summer officially on, MTN DEW wants everyone to celebrate the great outdoors by unveiling three new limited-time MTN DEW RED, WHITE & BLUE offerings.