Spirits company adds SESH and HAPE Sake Spritz to portfolio
November 7, 2022
Raleigh, N.C.-based Next Century Spirits, a growing company that uses its proprietary blending and filtration technology for its portfolio of owned brands and a robust business-to-business and white label business, announced the acquisition of XED Beverages, a leading future-focused beverage company.
San Diego-based Suntide, a family-owned and operated beverage company, announced the launch of its signature canned, ready-to-drink mimosas made with all-natural, simple ingredients.
Topo Chico trademark will move into spirit-based, ready-to-drink canned cocktails in 2023
September 29, 2022
Molson Coors, Chicago, announced the expansion of its exclusive agreement with Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co. to develop and commercialize Topo Chico Spirited, a line of spirit-based, ready-to-drink cocktails inspired by some of America’s most beloved tequila and vodka-based beverages. The deal marks another milestone in the relationship between Molson Coors and The Coca-Cola Co.
Constellation Brands announced the release of FRESCA Mixed: a new line of premium pre-mixed ready-to-drink (RTD) canned cocktails crafted with the bright and citrusy classic taste of FRESCA and real vodka or tequila, it says.
The Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. records that pre-mixed cocktails was the fastest-growing spirits category in 2021. One thing’s for sure, more new ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail launches will be executed. When the dust settles, which RTDs will have earned a precious place in consumers’ repertoires, and which will have lost their stake?
Poll data identifies consumer preferences driving RTD market
September 16, 2022
The Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), Washington, D.C., issued its research report analyzing the rapid growth of spirits-based ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails and consumer RTD preferences.