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Fishers Island Lemonade debuted an elevated new look with a lifestyle aesthetic for each of its canned cocktails and transitioning into paperboard wrap for all four-packs and variety packs. 

This year’s State of the Industry report on the U.S. wine and spirits markets highlights how ready-to-drink cocktails and canned wine have benefited the categories.

Beverage Industry provides an in-depth look into the performances and trends in the alcohol and non-alcohol categories within the last year. The report includes update statistics from Chicago-based Circana as well as industry trends and forecasts into what’s next.

Circle K, a global convenience store chain, announced rolling out a new selection of value-priced wines in the United States, including its exclusive Sunshine Bliss lineup priced under $8 and a premium lineup of six Fine Wines from $10 to $25.

New York-based Betty Buzz, a sparkling beverage brand, announced the launch of Betty Booze, a new line of gourmet low-alcohol, sparkling cocktails. The launch of Betty Booze is part of the company's larger expansion strategy to win new audiences and occasions by challenging conventions of taste in sparkling beverages – and beyond, the company says.

Although lemonades have been a staple in many consumer homes, concerns about its sugar content have beverage-makers reverting to a checkpoint where they are maintaining the goodwill with consumers but altering their formulation strategy. 

NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer unveiled its newest innovation: NÜTRL Orange.

Mom Water, co-founded by Jill and Bryce Morrison, announced the official launch of its newest offering: Dad Water.

Boston-based Drizly, an Uber Company, introduced an expanded suite of business-focused offerings and an elevated Corporate Concierge service from Drizly for Business. Designed to help businesses save time, stay on budget, and leverage expert recommendations, Drizly for Business supports all corporate alcohol delivery occasions, including events, gifting and office restocking, whether it be for employees, clients or customers, it notes.

Four Roses Distillery announced its global brand refresh, the first update for the brand since 2006. The new visual identity also comes as Four Roses, a heritage brand that predates Prohibition, celebrates its 135th year. Consumers will see the refreshed branding across all of Four Roses’ bourbon bottles, and on its new website.