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Think Coffee Launches Its Coffee-Break-at-Home Program
The NYC specialty coffee retailer is now shipping convenient WFH care packages. - May 01, 2021 - Think Coffee
A New Contemporary Welsh Vodka in Newport, South Wales from the Spirit of Wales Distillery
After releasing their first distillery Welsh Gin, the Spirit of Wales Distillery, launch their first distillery release Welsh Vodka. Discover this contemporary Welsh Vodka that is both bright and cleansing. Filtered through anthracite “a tip of the hat” to Newport and Welsh Industry, inspiring the contemporary distilled spirit. - April 24, 2021 - Spirit of Wales Ltd.
Portland Trainer Attempts to Break World Record for Heaviest Weight Lifted by Kettlebell Swing
To demonstrate the incredible power of consistency and the body's ability to heal, Portland-based personal trainer and life enhancement enthusiast Steven Herrera will be continuously swinging a kettlebell through a full range of motion for an hour straight. Herrera is taking on this challenge in an effort to break the current Guinness World Record and also hopes to raise awareness for diabetes. - March 18, 2021 - Stick-To-It Fitness
Hijole Tequila Awarded Gold Medal at Concours Mondial De Bruxelles
Hijole Tequila was awarded a Grand Gold Medal in the annual Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (CMB), one of the world’s most prestigious recognitions in the world of spirits. The competition was held the first week in March in Chihuahua, México. “We are very honored to receive such... - March 18, 2021 - Hijole
Wellness Drink Posca Romana Wins Gulfood Innovation Award
Posca Romana was awarded as the most innovative Halal product in this year's Gulfood fair in Dubai. With still challenging times ahead in the FnB industry Gulfood 2021 marked the most successful return for food businesses worldwide as the only live, in-person food & beverage sourcing event of the year. - March 16, 2021 - P.O.S.C.A.
How Indian Tea Garden Aggregator, Mittal Teas Has Inspired Women Into Work
Based in New Delhi, tea garden aggregator Mittal Teas has been supplying tea to its customers since its inception in 1954. Founded following a rise in demand for Darjeeling & Assam teas, the wholesaler is now led by father and daughter duo, Vikram and Nikita Mittal. Alongside its goal to... - March 09, 2021 - Mittal Teas
Lakewood, Ohio’s Newest Craft Brewery, Immigrant Son Brewery, Joins the Brewstubs Platform
BrewStubs® has continued its expansion into Ohio, with the signing Immigrant Son Brewery to their platform. With an anticipated opening by early summer of 2021, Immigrant Son Brewery, located in Lakewood, OH, is their second brewery in the state of Ohio on BrewStubs. Andrew Revy, Brewery... - February 14, 2021 - BrewStubs, Inc.
Local Choice Spirits Partners with Black-Owned Kentucky Distributor on a Mission to Champion Inclusivity in the Alcohol Industry
Local Choice Spirits (LCS) is proud to announce its historic partnership with minority-owned Kentucky distributor Legacy Wine & Spirits. Launched by Louisville entrepreneurs Kelvin Young and DJuan Ditto, Legacy brings underrepresented brands to the Kentucky market, including award-winning... - February 13, 2021 - Local Choice Spirits
University of Washington Graduate Student Launches NoirePack Inc.
America's hub for Black-Owned coffees; NoirePack is a small start-up based out of Seattle, WA, whose primary mission is to deliver the Black coffee Experience in every box purchased. Freshly roasted coffee from America's Premier Black Artisan Roasters from Russell’s Gourmet Coffee in Georgia to Blk & Bold in Iowa and Sailor's Brew Coffee and Boon Boona Coffee in the West Coast we bring you a diaspora of America’s best-hidden gems. - February 09, 2021 - NoirePack Inc.
BrewStubs(R) Partners with ETK Productions to Add a New Level of Benefits for Clients
BrewStubs is pleased to share that it has entered into a marketing and distribution partnership agreement with ETK Productions. “Our respective offerings combine to provide greater choice for our clients,” said Brad Wells, Co-Founder of ETK Productions. Based in Virginia Beach, ETK... - February 07, 2021 - BrewStubs, Inc.
Reaver Beach Brewing Company Announces Grand Opening
Reaver Beach Brewing Company will open a new location in Norfolk Virginia. - February 05, 2021 - Reaver Beach Brewing Co.
Global Exporter KORINA TRADE is Entering the U.S. Market
KORINA TRADE, which began its food trade business with export to China in 2014, is carrying out various export projects for domestic food companies. As part of a trade mission through an export consortium business, KORINA TRADE is supporting small and medium-sized businesses to advance into... - February 04, 2021 - KORINA TRADE
2021 Kicks Off with a New Blend from Balance the Superfood Shot
Organic health and wellness company expands product line and enters energy market. - January 31, 2021 - Balance the Superfood Shot
Black Infusions Receives "Superb" Wine Enthusiast Ratings for Black Fig and Gold Apricot Vodkas
Both spirits brands are rated higher than any other vodka in 2020. - January 29, 2021 - Black Infusions
So Cool Brands Joins the IX-ONE Product Data and Image Exchange
Organic Beverage Manufacturer, So Cool Brands has joined The Data’s Council’s IX-ONE, the industry’s product data and images exchange, providing customers with consistent, accurate and independently verified product information. “Reliable product information is critical for our retail partners successful category management, marketing and merchandising,” said Stephanie Brooke, co-founder of So Cool Brands. “Joining IX-ONE will help us provide world-class support." - January 28, 2021 - So Cool Brands Inc.
Chaumette Plans Special Features for Valentine’s Day Weekend
Chaumette Vineyards & Winery is announcing their plans to add special features to their dinner menu at the Grapevine Grill from Friday, Feb. 12 through Sunday, Feb. 14. Indoor dining, along with enclosed patio seating with heaters, will be available. All staff and guests are required to social... - January 28, 2021 - Chaumette Vineyards and Winery
So Cool Thirst Quencher Available on Amazon
So Cool Thirst Quencher Organic Flavored Water Drinks is the first children's beverage brand in the U.S. to eliminate single use plastic straws. Their products are organic flavored water drinks designed for children that are packaged in paperboard cartons. The products taste great and have no sugar... - January 23, 2021 - So Cool Brands Inc.
Rolocost Interactive Launched a Crowdfunding Campaign for Their New Product
Rolocost Interactive launched its Indiegogo campaign to finish the development of their new product. - January 22, 2021 - Rolocost Interactive
OKAN Launches Hot Flash Relief, Maca and Ashwagandha by OKAN Vitamins
OKAN, a start-up in the women’s health and wellness industry and the maker of OKAN Vitamins, today announced the launch of Hot Flash Relief, Maca and Ashwagandha by OKAN Vitamins (www.okanvitamins.com). This new women’s vitamin line addresses issues of menstruation, menopause, and the... - December 28, 2020 - OKAN Vitamins
So Cool Brands - Best Organic Children's Beverage Brand - North America, and Award for Excellence in Eco-Conscious Food Packaging
So Cool Brands is a brand which consumers can trust. The manufacturer of organic flavored water drinks for children, package their products in eco-conscious cartons and use paper straws. So Cool Brands recently won 2 awards in the LUXlife 2020 Food and Drink Awards: Best Organic Children's Beverage Brand - North America, and Award for Excellence in Eco-Conscious Food Packaging 2020. Stephanie Brooke, Co-founder, discusses what has driven this success. - December 25, 2020 - So Cool Brands Inc.
Design Firm Supports Distillers Who Made Sanitizer
Distillers and brewers who made hand sanitizer during COVID-19 pandemic can apply to receive a $12,000 branding package. - December 24, 2020 - Square Thunder!
The World Biodiversity Forum Announces New Virtual Convention in January 2021, Advised by the Convention on Biological Diversity and in Collaboration with TEALEAVES
The World Biodiversity Forum will end the decade with a series of virtual collaborative events and workshops to inspire a variety of stakeholders to take action to preserve biodiversity. - December 21, 2020 - TEALEAVES
The Wellness Tea Makes Its Debut, Offering an Organic, Certified Herbal Tea Blend with Multiple Health Benefits
A perfect herbal combination of a wellness mixture, introducing a blended cup of nine different teas. - December 14, 2020 - The Wellness Tea, LLC
Infuse Spirits Group LLC and Northstar Brands LLC Forge National Sales Partnership
Infuse Spirits Group (“ISG”) and Northstar Brands (“NB”) have reached an agreement to have ISG represent Vespertino Tequila Crema, NB’s one-of-a-kind cream liqueur across the majority of ISG’s 36 distributed states. This new partnership will give Vespertino... - December 09, 2020 - Infuse Spirits Group
IVUSION - Functional Hangover Hydration Drink Set to Launch in December 2020
A hydration drink that hydrates without excess sugar; IVUSION is scientifically formulated with electrolytes, vitamins, and essential minerals. IVUSION is designed as a recovery solution for hangovers, heat exhaustion and exercise. IVUSION Beverage Co. LLC is based out of Orange County, California. www.ivusionbevco.com - November 24, 2020 - IVUSION BevCo.
Porifera Honored with Sustainability Award
The East Bay Economic Development Association (EDA) has recognized forward osmosis systems manufacturer Porifera as a local leader of innovation in the field of Sustainability. - October 28, 2020 - Porifera
The Viking Alchemist to Host Mead and Mischief, for the Fifth Year in a Row, on October 31, in Smyrna, GA
The Viking Alchemist Meadery will be hosting its annual Halloween event in Smyrna, this year, as the meadery expands the celebration to include other local, small businesses. Since moving to Smyrna, the meadery has had the opportunity to collaborate with local restaurants, food trucks and coffee... - October 22, 2020 - The Viking Alchemist Meadery
“In Good Taste” Documentary Questions the Future of Food for United Nations World Food Day
A TEALEAVES documentary exploring what it means to have "good taste" and its impact on our bodies and planet. - October 16, 2020 - TEALEAVES
Sally Gunnell Joins Tempo®, the First Sports Nutrition Brand Dedicated to Active Over 50s
Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth Champion, Sally Gunnell OBE has joined Tempo® as head of health & wellbeing. As a brand athlete and member of the Tempo team, Sally will benefit from world-class nutritional products to help fuel her active, healthy lifestyle. Sally and Tempo®... - October 15, 2020 - Tempo Nutrition
QURE® Water Unveils #TeamQURE Ambassadors to Mark 10th Anniversary
QURE® Water marks 10th anniversary celebrating the inspiring stories of #TeamQURE - a group of unique and robust individuals who take on the excitement and challenges in all kinds of terrain by action and by heart! - October 13, 2020 - QURE Wellness
Pivot Coldbrew Launches "the World's First California Chill-Brew" at Erewhon Natural Markets
Premium Coffee + Nootropics + Adaptogens + Botanicals. Good energy for "the better buzz" - October 08, 2020 - Pivot Coldbrew
Siren Rock Announces Vertical Construction Phase of Rockwall, Texas New Brewing Facility
The 13k sq. ft. production brewery, taproom, kitchen and event space is the third new-build construction in DFW in the last decade. - October 07, 2020 - Siren Rock Brewing Company
Cabernet Candles Co. Presents Delaware’s First Wine and Wax Event October 24, 2020
Cabernet Candles Co. will present Delaware’s first luxury candle making and wine tasting launch event, taking place at Studio On Market, 219 N. Market St. Wilmington, DE 19801 on October 24, 2020 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm featuring an array of wines from local and international brands. Owner... - September 29, 2020 - Cabernet Candles
Muddy River Distillery Named USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Best Craft Rum Distillery
Muddy River Distillery ranked 2nd among U.S. Craft Rum Distilleries. - September 28, 2020 - Muddy River Distillery
Dr. Michael Epitropoulos' Position of Chief Scientific Officer at HAPInss Brands LLC
In the newly formed position of Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Epitropoulos will lead evidenced-based research efforts across the entire HAPInss Brands portfolio of products. - September 23, 2020 - AmpLIFEi International
BIBO Beverage Group, LLC Forms to Help Small Producers Succeed
Two beverage industry powerhouses, Terri White and Mark Lester have joined forces in creating BIBO Beverage Group, LLC, an agency specializing in helping boutique and family-owned wine, beer and spirits producers find strategic success in key markets. - September 23, 2020 - BIBO Beverage Group, LLC
SHOKi Launches Infused Spirit-Free Cocktails
Meet SHOKi, a premium beverage and lifestyle brand of spirit-free cocktail mixers and bar companions, powered by cannabis. - September 17, 2020 - Russian River PR
Local Choice Spirits Takes Center Stage at NY International Spirits Competition
Local Choice Spirits Awarded Producer Of The Year, Boone’s Bourbon Ranked World’s Top 6 - September 11, 2020 - Local Choice Spirits
PourMyBeer Secures Major Investment From Coca-Cola & Affiliates for Their Self-Serve Beverage Technology
PourMyBeer, the innovative company changing the standards of self-serve, has secured a major investment from CCEP Ventures, the investment arm of Coca-Cola European Partners. CCEP has acquired a 25% stake in Innovative Tap Solutions (ITS) dba PourMyBeer – the creators of technology that... - September 11, 2020 - PourMyBeer
American Royal Tea Brings Back Witch’s Brew with Four Visual Poems
American Royal Tea brings back its seasonal tea Witch’s Brew just in time for fall. - September 10, 2020 - American Royal Tea
Buzz Pop Cocktails Receives Approval of Its Utility Patent to Freeze Alcohol Homogeneously
Buzz Pop Cocktails is pleased to announce that its Utility Patent (15,335,224) for producing Stable Cocktails & Sorbets with a high alcohol content has been approved by the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO). According to Joseph Isaacs, CEO, “This patent will allow us to... - September 08, 2020 - Buzz Pop Cocktails
Columbus’ MCMILLANCO Ramps Up to Deliver Antimicrobial CuGrip Surface Covers
CuGrip Goods Ltd. has partnered with MCMILLANCO, LLC to develop packaging designs, coordinate manufacturing, fulfillment, and distribution of antimicrobial copper products from its Columbus facility. Copper have been shown to reduce the spread of germs and viruses on surfaces, making CuGrip copper wraps a useful tool in the fight against COVID-19. - September 08, 2020 - MCMILLANCO, LLC
True Nopal Cactus Water Expands Distribution Within Walmart Stores
True Nopal’s original 33.8oz prickly pear cactus water will be available in 1780 Walmart stores across the country. - September 05, 2020 - True Nopal Ventures LLC
Muddy River Distillery in Belmont, NC Selected as a 2020 Nominee for Best Craft Rum Distillery by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice
Muddy River is the only craft rum distillery in the Carolinas to make the list of 20 nominees. - September 02, 2020 - Muddy River Distillery
AmpLIFEi International(TM) Launches "Travopoly" the Premier Member-Only Booking Engine for the Benefit of VIP Members
Robert Oblon Fulfills Promise to AmpLIFEi(TM) VIP members adding the first VIP Lifestyle service - Travopoly.com. - August 26, 2020 - AmpLIFEi International
New Initiative to Accelerate Resilience and Sustainability in Tomorrow's Rum Brands
Launched on National Rum Day: empower, catalyze change and drive sustainable business practices in the Rum spirit category. - August 18, 2020 - The Rum Barrel
Real Coconut Water and Vodka or Rum in a Can? It’s Finally Here, Original CoCo Vodka and CoCo Rum
Escape with CoCo...CoCo Vodka & CoCo Rum - August 12, 2020 - CoCo Vodka
True Nopal Cactus Water Expands Distribution Within Whole Foods Market
True Nopal Cactus Water is now available in 6 Whole Foods regions including the newly acquired South West and Southern Pacific regions. - August 06, 2020 - True Nopal Ventures LLC
Amplifei International Given Approval to Market HAPInss Brands' New “Hemplifei” CBD Products
Through its exclusive marketing agreement, Amplifei will now offer The Hemplifei™ products with an advanced breakthrough in Endocannabinoid Nutrition (ECN). - August 06, 2020 - AmpLIFEi International
No. 1 Super Food Manufacturer, Herbal Papaya Re-Brands to Herbal Goodness
Ever impassioned to support health among women and men across the globe, the team at Herbal Goodness continue to dedicate their life to sourcing and producing the highest quality superfood products, and over the past year Herbal Papaya has rebranded to Herbal Goodness to better reflect the wider variety in its range of products. - July 30, 2020 - Herbal Goodness