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Jones Soda Spreads Messages Of Hope Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Seattle-based Jones Soda Co. is featuring inspirational images created by consumers during the COVID-19 pandemic on its cream soda labels. The Messages of Hope bottles are a limited-edition offering. Scheduled to debut in early July with a separate six-bottle series for both the U.S. and Canada, the new labels convey the spirit of resilience that […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Breakthru Beverage Group Names Brian Albenze EVP Of United Division

New York-based alcohol wholesaler Breakthru Beverage Group has promoted Brian Albenze to EVP of its United Division, dedicated to the Diageo and Moët Hennessy USA portfolios, effective July 1. Albenze succeeds industry veteran Kevin O’Neil, whose strategic vision led to the development and advancement of this specialized division in 2010 and has since grown to represent a team of […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Names Ferrandiz To New Role

Miami, Florida-based Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has appointed Carlos Ferrandiz to the new role of EVP and general manager of Coastal Pacific Wine & Spirits of New York, effective immediately. This follows Diageo North America’s recent decision to restructure its distributor alignment in New York to Southern Glazer’s, resulting in the creation of a […]

Posted inYear In Review - 2020, Beverage News, Home Page Slider, West

WEST: Grocery Outlet One Of ‘50 Best Wine Retailers In America For 2020’

Emeryville, California-based Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. recently was named to Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s “50 Best Wine Retailers in America for 2020” in the “Best Value-Driven Retailers” category. The “50 Best Wine Retailers in America” were chosen by Wine Enthusiast’s team of expert editors and tasters to present the best of the best wine retailers across […]

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Bottled Water Brand Pathwater Unveils Patriotic-Themed Bottle

Pathwater, a sustainable bottled water brand, has debuted its limited-edition Made in USA bottle paying homage to the U.S. The bottle celebrates Pathwater’s commitment to maintaining all operations – from manufacturing to marketing – within the continental U.S., and in doing so, providing necessary job opportunities to Americans. The Fremont, California, company will donate 10 […]

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Rowdy Mermaid Kombucha Now Available At Sprouts Farmers Market

Boulder, Colorado-based Rowdy Mermaid Kombucha, a beverage company producing function-forward kombucha, has announced national availability of its products at Sprouts Farmers Market. Rollout to 348 stores is scheduled to be complete in early June, including placement in the grab-and-go sets of all stores. Rooted in farmers market heritage, Sprouts is known for pioneering an innovative […]

Posted inBeverage News, National

Craft Brew Alliance, Anheuser-Busch Update Expanded Partnership

Craft Brew Alliance (CBA) and Anheuser-Busch (A-B) are moving forward with their proposed expanded partnership announced last November in which A-B agreed to buy the remaining CBA shares it does not already own. To expedite the regulatory review process and alleviate potential regulatory concerns regarding the proposed expanded partnership, CBA and A-B have agreed to […]

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Sparkling Ice Seeking Nominations For America’s Heroes

Seattle, Washington-based Sparkling Ice, made by the Talking Rain Beverage Co., has created a new campaign to celebrate America’s unsung heroes, particularly those who work on the front lines to support local communities during the Covid-19 pandemic. As part of the Cheers to Heroes initiative, people nationwide can nominate a friend, colleague, peer or neighbor […]