St. Louis, Missouri-based Schnucks has begun a “Hydrate Our Heroes” beverage drive across the Midwest. The campaign will be held through July 27 in all Schnucks locations to support local firefighters, law enforcement and first responders. Those wishing to donate should look for collection volunteers or a donation bin at the front area of each […]
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Posted inBeverage News, Southeast
Florida Food Products Acquires Javo Beverage Co.
Florida Food Products has reached an agreement to acquire Javo Beverage Company, subject to customary closing conditions. Javo is a leading natural extractor of clean label coffee, tea and botanicals with a focus on beverage applications. Javo is recognized for its capabilities of delivering cold brew coffee solutions to consumer brands, manufacturers and restaurants. ”We’re ecstatic for […]
Posted inBeverage News, National
Diageo, The Vita Coco Co. Collaborate For Canned Cocktail Line
Diageo and The Vita Coco Company have announced their collaboration to launch a line of canned cocktails crafted with a blend of Captain Morgan rum and Vita Coco coconut water. “Cocktail drinkers are looking for convenient ways to enjoy high quality classic tropical drinks, especially rum-based ones,” said Debra Crew, president, Diageo North America. “As […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southwest
Sonic Launches Hard Southern Sweet Tea And Hard Slush
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-based Sonic is introducing Hard Southern Sweet Tea and Hard Slush in retail stores in September. Following the success of the Hard Seltzer lineup, the new beverages will be available at select retail stores in at least 38 states. Hard Southern Sweet Tea offers a taste of tea with a hint of lemon. At […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southeast
Still Retires From Coke Florida, Pheffer Named As SVP, CFO
After a career spanning more than 40 years, Duane Still will retire from his position July 1 as SVP and CFO, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida. With Still’s retirement, Coke Florida has named Paul Pheffer to replace him. Still joined Coke Florida as CFO in May 2019 after retiring from CSM Bakery Solutions. Before joining CSM Bakery […]
Posted inBeverage News, Northeast
Samuel Adams Calls On Breweries To Become Safe, Inclusive Spaces
Boston-based Samuel Adams is creating safe and inclusive spaces by signing a code of conduct promoting them and by releasing an exclusive pride beer. In partnership with Glaad, Samuel Adams has identified, committed and signed the Safe Bars PACT (Promise of Awareness, Compassion, and Trust) – a code of conduct for professional beverage organizations, trade associations and non-professional beverage groups […]
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Coca-Cola Beverages Breaks Ground On Facility In Tampa, FL
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida hosted a groundbreaking ceremony June 16 for its new Tampa sales and distribution center. Coke Florida will invest more than $250 million in the construction of the a 800,000 square foot facility. The facility will sit on a 156-acre parcel along U.S. Highway 301 between the Selmon Expressway and Causeway Boulevard. Coke […]
Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, West
OLIPOP Launches Limited-Edition ‘Minions’ Banana Cream Flavor
Oakland, California-based OLIPOP has announced a partnership with Illumination and Universal Pictures to create a limited-edition Banana Cream flavor, timed with the global theatrical release of “Minions: The Rise of Gru” on July 1. Gopuff, a CPG delivery company, will also be selling single cans in select markets beginning in mid-June. The flavor will be available […]