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Gelson’s Introduces Winemaker Series With Barrett

Gelson’s has introduced a new Winemaker Series in partnership with Heidi Barrett. Known as the “First Lady of Wine,” Barrett played a role in the 1992 creation of Screaming Eagle wine, which earned two 100-point scores from wine critics.  In partnership with Gelson’s, she has created a rich, ripe red blend that is a combination […]

Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Center Store, Midwest

Crystal Light Debuts Brand Refresh, New Products

Crystal Light has debuted a brand refresh that features an updated logo and three additions to its portfolio. The new products – Mixology, Immunity and Energy – offer an enhanced beverage experience with cocktail-inspired flavors, immunity-supporting Zinc and Vitamin C and caffeine. The Crystal Light Mixology Multipack offers a solution for customers wanting to make […]

Posted inBeverage News, Southeast

Milo’s Tea Co. Named ‘Real Leaders’ Impact Award Winner

Milo’s Tea Company, a family-owned, certified woman-owned business known for crafting tea and lemonade using high quality ingredients, has been recognized as a 2024 Real Leaders Impact Award winner.  Real Leaders, a global platform that promotes and celebrates purpose-driven businesses, has included Milo’s Tea among 185 global companies. The sixth-annual ranking by Real Leaders is a […]

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Element[AL] Introduces Aluminum Bottles To Wine Industry

From the California-based Bogle Family Wine Collection, Element[AL] Wines has introduced new 750 ml aluminum wine bottles that are lightweight, infinitely recyclable and are made in the shape of a traditional wine bottle. The Element[AL] portfolio is available in 100 percent recyclable aluminum bottles with four varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Rosé and Pinot Noir. Each […]

Posted inBeverage News, Southeast

Bluebird Hardwater Expands Into Tennessee

Bluebird Hardwater, which combines premium spirits with ultra-purified water, has entered the Tennessee market, with a presence in Knoxville, Memphis and Nashville.  Available in whiskey, vodka or tequila, Bluebird Hardwater can be found in two other states – Florida and New York. The canned beverages come in four-packs and can be purchased at select liquor stores. […]

Posted inPiggly Wiggly, Beverage News, Southeast

A-GAME Beverages To Enter Southeast Piggly Wiggly Stores

A-GAME Beverages Inc.’s beverages are arriving in shelves in 265 southern Piggly Wiggly locations spanning across Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and Louisiana. More than half of Piggly Wiggly’s stores will carry a lineup of six flavors, formulated with sea salt for natural electrolytes and eight essential vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates. “A-GAME is so excited that our product will be sold in Piggly […]

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Ready-To-Drink Cocktails Yields ‘Mixed Bag’ Of Success For TGCSA

Tennessee grocers are finding success in the sale of wine-based ready-to-drink cocktails, according to Rob Ikard, president and CEO, Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association (TGCSA).  The amendment to the original Wine Act of 2014 went into effect Jan. 1. Although TGCSA had proposed legislation that would have authorized the sale of both wine- and […]