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Jamba brings back Pumpkin Smash Smoothie

September 14, 2021

Jamba is bringing back its fan-favorite Pumpkin Smash Smoothie and serving it up in two crave-worthy ways: Classic and Plant-Based.

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Alcohol, non-alcohol beverage sales booming at convenience stores

Hard seltzers, CSDs driving sales within convenience channel

Barbara Harfmann

September 1, 2021

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In addition to purchasing gas, consumers head to their local convenience store to satisfy immediate consumption needs in an easy-to-navigate space. Sales of both alcohol and non-alcohol beverages are up, with hard seltzers and carbonated soft drinks top performers.

National Restaurant Association releases mid-year supplement update

Report finds that delta variant could threaten gains made this year

August 31, 2021

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The National Restaurant Association, Washington, D.C., released a mid-year supplement to the 2021 State of the Restaurant Industry Report, which illustrates the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the restaurant industry.

Coravin launches Professional Wine Preservation Kits

Kits aid on-premise operators to increase revenue, profit from wine sales

August 30, 2021

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Coravin Inc. launched its new Professional Wine Preservation Kits that are specifically designed for on-premise partners (restaurants, bars and wineries) to increase revenue and profit from wine sales as they reopen and rebuild following the pandemic.

Primo Water announces acquisition of Earth2O

Acquisition will add approximately 9,000 customers to North American network

July 19, 2021

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Primo Water Corp., Tampa, Fla., announced that Primo Water North America (PWNA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Primo, substantially acquired all of the assets of The Sweetwater Co. Inc., doing business as Earth2O. The bottled water company is based in Oregon and known for its commitment to sustainable water, environmental responsibility and natural, pure spring water from Oregon's Cascade Range.

Channel Strategies

Consumers’ one-stop shopping lifts club store channel

Mobile apps streamline shopping process

Jessica Jacobsen

July 19, 2021

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When it came to shopping this past year, many consumers prioritized one-stop shopping and cost savings as they dealt with the complexities of the pandemic. These priorities aided the warehouse clubs and supercenters channel as more consumers stockpiled goods and dealt with reduced shopping options.

Channel Strategies

Total foodservice industry down 25% in 2020

Beverage offerings to play key role in foodservice recovery

Jessica Jacobsen

June 24, 2021

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The foodservice channel experienced unprecedented sales declines this past year, with beverage sales underperforming in the channel. Yet, experts forecast beverage will be the great differentiator in its rebuild.

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Beverage brands rally to support recovery of on-premise channel

On-premise specific packaging, new entries could lift channel

Jessica Jacobsen

June 8, 2021

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For the U.S. on-premise market, the pandemic last year was the equivalent to a season-ending injury as it forced many operations to shut their doors. Although it has been a difficult 15 months for the channel, beverage-makers are stepping up to support the on-premise community as it looks to rebuild.

Direct-to-consumer models expanding through eCommerce market

Wholesale community reaping benefits of digital mobility

Jessica Jacobsen

June 7, 2021

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When it comes to eCommerce, consumers continue to index increased usage. As eCommerce’s influence grows, beverage-makers and wholesalers also are seeing the benefits direct-to-consumer and digital ecosystems can offer.

Pepsi Bottling Ventures raises money for The V Foundation for Cancer Research

Bottler announces Jimmy V vending machines raises money for cancer research

June 3, 2021

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Pepsi Bottling Ventures, through its Jimmy V vending machines, raised more than $180,000 for cancer research in 2020.

The Non-Alcohol Beverage Market, analysts at Beverage Marketing Corporation detail how established categories ― like carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, fruit beverages ― and emerging beverage segments ― such as plant milks, ready-to-drink coffees and teas ― are navigating these shifts.

This important industry event is a learning and information sharing experience for warehousing, distribution and fleet management professionals who will have the opportunity to continue to share ideas and network with their industry peers in a safe and productive format as we continue to navigate these challenging times.