Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Beverage News, West

Albertsons Cos. Introduces New Private Label Bee Lightly Wines

Albertsons Cos. has launched Bee Lightly, the newest addition to the company’s Own Brands wine portfolio, distinguished by its flat bottle design made from 100 percent recycled polyethylene terephthalate. This approach to wine packaging marks a first in the U.S. market, highlighting its commitment to recycled solutions. The 2022 Bee Lightly Chardonnay and the 2023 Bee […]

Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Southeast

Milo’s, Altium Packaging Open On-Site Bottle Blowing Facility

Milo’s Tea Co., along with its supplier Altium Packaging LLC, opened a new packaging manufacturing operation adjacent to Milo’s original manufacturing and distribution center in Bessemer, Alabama.   Milo’s bottle blowing facility began full operations during the summer, creating 35 new jobs, and formally opened its doors on Sept. 4 with an on-site ribbon-cutting ceremony. At […]

Posted inBeverage News, Southeast

Milo’s Names Backstrom As CFO To Lead Financial Strategy

Milo’s Tea Company Inc., an Alabama-based family-owned business, has named Emily Backstrom as its new CFO, driving financial strategy to position the company for ongoing long-term success.  “Emily’s impressive financial planning and corporate strategy experience, along with her strong leadership skills, are a great fit for Milo’s during a period of exponential growth as we […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Beverage News, West

Market Of Choice Expands Private Release Wine Collection

Independent, family-owned grocer Market of Choice is expanding its selection of exclusive private release wines with Place, a celebration of Oregon’s AVAs (American Viticultural Areas). The new line joins the retailer’s CommUnity Cellars, Intersect and Bubbles Project private release brands on store shelves. As its name reflects, Place wines are a tribute to the distinct terroir […]

Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Beverage News, Southeast

A-GAME Beverages Adds Klug, Herran To Board Of Directors

Orlando-based A-GAME Beverages Inc. has added Sue Klug and Pedro Herran to its board of directors, bringing years of experience and expertise in the food and beverage industry. A-GAME is a beverage designed to help the body refuel, rehydrate and recover after a workout. It is made with eight essential vitamins, sea salt for natural […]

Posted inAssociation News, Beverage News, National

FMI Study Assesses Impact Of Selling Wine At Grocery

FMI – The Food Industry Association has released a new report that explores whether allowing grocery stores in Tennessee to sell wine eight years ago led to liquor store closures and changes in state sales tax revenues. Through the creation of a “synthetic” Tennessee, the report by Vincenzina Caputo of Michigan State University examines what would […]