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PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., released its 2020 Green Bond Report, which provides an update on the allocation of the use of net proceeds from its first Green Bond, issued in October 2019 for $1 billion. As disclosed at issuance, the Green Bond's net proceeds are to be allocated to investments where PepsiCo believes it can make a lasting impact on priorities within its sustainability agenda, including packaging, decarbonization and water, while advancing several of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

Monster Energy, Corona, Calif., has partnered with legendary street artist RISK in launching two new additions to its line of energy-infused, flavor-packed juices: Juice Monster Papillon and Khaotic. To celebrate the launch, Monster will give away a one-of-a-kind "Khaotic" classic car designed by RISK to one winner on Dec. 15. Monster also is offering 50 winners Juice Monster backpacks.

Dry Creek Vineyard, Healdsburg, Calif., released a new package for the winery's flagship varietal, Fumé Blanc. The 2019 vintage features increased transparency about the grape origins, winemaking techniques, and the family winery's viticultural philosophy, it says.

Liquid I.V., El Segundo, Calif., is expanding their family of Multipliers with its latest launch: Hydration Multiplier+ Immune Support. The newest non-GMO drink mix contains an immune support blend and will be available nationwide at retailers like Walmart, Amazon, Costco and Liquid-IV.com.

Co-creator of Seagram's Escapes Peach Bellini, reality TV star and entrepreneur Cynthia Bailey is teaming up with the brand on its newest program — Seagram's Escapes Holiday Marketplace: Featuring Black-Owned Businesses — to help support these small businesses and drive sales during the important holiday shopping season, it says.

As consumers demand more from today’s beverages, today’s manufacturers continue to develop innovative new products that deliver function and convenience. Kudos to Big Easy Bucha’s new line of functional shots, which won Beverage Industry’s New Product of the Month for August. 

San Francisco-based Endless West announced the addition of two new flavor profiles to the Glyph family: Glyph Spice and Glyph Royal. 

Kahlúa, a brand of Pernod Ricard USA, New York, is toasting to International Coffee Day with the launch of Kahlúa Blonde Roast Style.

Hard Rock International (HRI), Hollywood, Fla., announced a partnership with Stewart's Enterprises Inc., the exclusive licensee of the original Stewart's Root Beer brand, to bring Hard Rock Premium Hard Seltzer to fans nationwide later this year.