Posted inIndependent Store News, Beverage News, Northeast

Cingari Family ShopRite Collaborates With Half Full Brewery

Cingari Family ShopRite, the Cingari family-owned and -operated supermarket chain, has partnered with Half Full Brewery to create two beers. The beers are available in all Cingari Family ShopRite stores across Connecticut. They are named Grade Above Golden Ale and Grade Above IPA after the Cingari Family’s first foray into grocery, Grade A Market in 1943. […]

Posted inBeverage News, West

Talking Rain Beverage Co. Begins Flavorful Giving Campaign

Seattle, Washington-based Talking Rain Beverage Co. has launched a new program, Flavorful Giving, an initiative to inspire consumers to “Live in Full Flavor” – the company’s motto. Throughout 2023, Sparkling Ice will partner with a different charitable organization every month, focusing on topics including youth development, veteran care, wellness and education. This marks the most inclusive corporate social […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Beverage News, Southwest

Natural Grocers Provides Free Filtered Water In Midland, TX

Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers is offering free filtered water to those affected by a boil-water notice in Midland, Texas. Free water is available to Midland residents and nearby communities until the notice is lifted. Due to the recent water main break in the supply line from ground source water and issues at the city’s water plant, the city is not able […]

Posted inBeverage News, Southeast

Flavorman Predicts 2023 Beverage Trends

Louisville, Kentucky-based Flavorman is predicting what the beverage industry can expect to see in 2023. Flavorman experts expect more beverages in 2023 to include pineapple, mango and grapefruit, with elderflower and lavender providing a balanced blend of flavors. Last year, Flavorman predicted beverage market trends like the return of classic flavors, such as cherry, watermelon and […]

Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Midwest

Muscato Named CEO Of Country Pure Foods

Akron, Ohio-based Country Pure Foods, a manufacturer of juice, plant-based beverages and frozen novelty products, has announced the appointment of Tony Muscato as its CEO, succeeding Ray Lee. Lee is retiring after more than three decades but will remain an advisor to the company.   Muscato’s career spans more than 30 years within the food industry. He […]

Posted inBeverage News, Association News, National

Primo Water Receives Environmental Stewardship Award

The International Bottled Water Association has announced that Tampa, Florida-based Primo Water is the recipient of the 2022 Environmental Stewardship Award. The announcement was made during IBWA’s annual business meeting, which was held in Chicago as part of the 2022 IBWA Annual Business Conference. “Primo’s water sources are paramount to its environmental, social and governance program, […]

Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Southwest

NuZee, Nostalgia Coffee Roasters Launch Wholesale Portion Pack

Plano, Texas-based NuZee has expanded its partnership with Nostalgia Coffee Roasters to bring 2.5-ounce portion packs to wholesale customers nationwide for the first time. Nostalgia Coffee Roasters partnered with NuZee to grow its coffee offerings beyond single-serve in corporate, office and hospitality settings while offering an eco-friendly option. The packaging makes the portion packs an easy way to […]

Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southwest

Keurig Dr Pepper Hires Rotem-Wildeman For Executive Position

Frisco, Texas-based Keurig Dr Pepper has announced the appointment of Karin Rotem-Wildeman to the position of chief research and development officer, effective Jan. 9, reporting to Bob Gamgort, chairman and CEO. In this role, Rotem-Wildeman will lead product development, packaging innovation, flavor technology and associated research and development capabilities. She succeeds David Thomas, who is retiring from KDP after […]