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Taste Radio: The Evergreen Strategy Generating Millions… And Better Products
Evergreen founder and CEO Emily Groden arrived at Expo West 2026 leading one of the fastest-growing brands in frozen breakfast. But just a few years earlier, she was pitching corner stores with a toaster tucked into a duffel bag. In this episode, Emily explains how Evergreen is leveraging innovation, strong retail data and a sharper family-focused brand identity to scale across channels.
Southern Glazer’s Strikes Another A-B Distributor Deal
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits announced its acquisition of Anheuser-Busch InBev’s assets of Eagle Rock Distributing Co. in Colorado.
Molson Coors to Acquire Monaco Maker Atomic Brands
Molson Coors has struck a deal to acquire spirits-based, ready-to-drink cocktail pioneer Atomic Brands, makers of Monaco Cocktails.
Huel Acquired by Danone SA In $1.1 Billion Deal
The acquisition, announced Monday morning, deepens Danone's roster of functional nutrition brands, with Huel's product portfolio spanning from its flagship powder-based shakes to ready-to-drink beverages and snack bars.
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Marketing: Mr. Pibb Takes Center Court with Scottie Pippen; Plus Zevia, Elecrolit
Coinciding with the nationwide rollout of its recently revived Mr. Pibb product, The Coca-Cola Company has enlisted NBA legend Scottie Pippen for a new campaign highlighting the CSD’s star status.
New Products: Non-Alc Alternatives Look To Fruit, Coffee Flavors
From Vita Coco's lemonade treat to canned sangria for Tost-ing, this week's new products include fruit flavors as brands anticipate the warmer spring weather.
Taste Radio: David Got Sued. Is This What Success Looks Like?
David Protein just got hit with a lawsuit claiming its macros don’t add up, raising familiar questions about labeling, ingredients, and what happens when a fast-growing brand lands in the legal spotlight. The team breaks down the claims, why brands become litigation magnets, and whether consumers will care. Plus: a readout from Seafood Expo North America and Stiller Soda’s attention-grabbing social push.
Mood Support Outpaces Protein, Gut Health in Functional Beverage Trends
While protein and digestive health may be some of the top functions driving overall beverage growth, mood support is now the fastest growing benefit in the sector outpacing the expansion of protein by nearly three-to-one, according to data firm SPINS’ 2026 State of Industries webinar this week.
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Sazerac Acquires Dirty Shirley
Sazerac has acquired Dirty Shirley, the ready-to-drink (RTD) vodka-spiked take on the classic Shirley Temple, the company announced Thursday.
Carbliss Bets Big on the Tallboy with New Malt-Based Line
Carbliss, the Wisconsin-based ready-to-drink (RTD) vodka-based cocktail that has become one of the fastest-growing brands in its category, is rolling out a malt-based tallboy across seven Midwestern states.
Fun Times Soda Pop Scales DSD, Eyes Gap Between Legacy CSDs and Functional Sodas
Fun Times Soda Pop, a nostalgia-inspired soda brand co-founded by television personality Rutledge Wood, is expanding its footprint with new DSD partnerships in Chicago and New York.
Uncle Nearest Bankruptcy Case Dismissed; Receivership Continues
The legal battle over Uncle Nearest has taken another dramatic turn: Founder Fawn Weaver's attempt to use bankruptcy court to wrest control of the bourbon brand from a court-appointed receiver lasted less than 48 hours before a judge threw the petition out.
Jel Sert Teams With Dunkin’ As Powder Maker Looks Toward Functional Drinks
As it enters its 100th year in business, Chicago-based powder mix maker Jel Sert is carving out a decidedly forward-looking approach to the category, one that leans on budget-friendly functionality -- hydration, energy, immunity and protein, specifically -- as the springboard for further growth.
Reviews: The Coffee Soda You Need Now, Plus Nguyen’s New Coco Latte
Two new takes on coffee are under the spotlight this week, as we sip coffee sodas from Esspo and Nguyen Coffee Supply's new Cinnamon Coconut Latte.