Articles Tagged with ''mergers and acquisitions''

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2017 Craft Beer Report: Regional brewers a bright spot for craft beer

Beer segment looks to address deceleration

Jessica Jacobsen

November 7, 2017

Within the beverage market, one segment in particular has shown the power of “local” — craft beer.

Nestlé USA to acquire Chameleon Cold-Brew

Chameleon Cold-Brew is No. 1 organic cold-brew in US

November 3, 2017

Glendale, Calif.-based Nestlé USA continues to diversify its coffee portfolio with the acquisition of Chameleon Cold-Brew, Austin, Texas, a manufacturer of premium-crafted coffee that is consciously sourced and sustainably grown.

Unilever to acquire Tazo from Starbucks

Starbucks shifts to single tea brand strategy with Teavana

November 3, 2017

Englewood Cliffs, N.J.-based Unilever North America announced an agreement to acquire the TAZO brand from Seattle-based Starbucks Coffee Co. TAZO is a leading brand in the fast-growing specialty tea category.

Organic Growth Chart Beverage Industry October 2017

Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods Market impacts industry

Beverages No. 4 in organics market

Barbara Harfmann

October 11, 2017

In August, Seattle-based Amazon finalized its $13.7 billion acquisition of natural and organic retailer Whole Foods Market, Austin, Texas. The acquisition has translated into big changes not only in the pricing of many natural and organic products sold within Whole Foods stores, but likely will impact the ways that consumers purchase consumer packed goods (CPG).

Rob Sands Beverage Industry October 2017 Executive of the Year

2017 Executive of the Year: Rob Sands of Constellation Brands

President, chief executive officer build total beverage alcohol portfolio

Amanda Del Buono

October 10, 2017

With the continued success of Constellation Brands and its drive for premiumization and corporate responsibility, Rob Sands has been named Beverage Industry's 2017 Executive of the Year.

Topo Chico joins Coca-Cola’s VEB unit

Sparkling mineral water brand accelerates company’s evolution, it says

October 4, 2017

According to an article on Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co.’s Coca-Cola Journey website, the company acquired Topo Chico, a premium sparkling mineral water. Topo Chico joins The Coca-Cola Co.’s Venturing & Emerging Brands (VEB) unit, it states.

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated acquires territories, facilities

Bottler’s footprint expands within southern territories

October 2, 2017

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated, Charlotte, N.C., announced that it entered into and completed transactions with The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, to exchange distribution territory.

Niagara Bottling acquired Northeast business

Company purchased First Quality Water & Beverage’s Pennsylvania operations

October 2, 2017

Niagara Bottling LLC, Ontario, Calif., acquired the bottled water business formerly owned and operated by First Quality Water & Beverage LLC of Lock Haven, Pa. First Quality produced private label and Pureau brand bottled water.

Duckhorn Wine Co. acquires Calera Wine Co.

Sale includes winery, vineyards

September 15, 2017

Duckhorn Wine Co. (DWC), Napa Valley, Calif., announced the acquisition of Calera Wine Co. The sale includes the Calera winery, its brand, tasting room, estate vineyards, and all inventory and assets.

Funky Buddha joins Constellation Brands

Purchase reinforces Constallation Brands' high-end beer strategy