Returning to her roots in Chicago after writing and marketing in California’s wine country, Sarah Graybill covers everything from beverage brand creative and innovation in packaging, to responsible manufacturing and products simply too good not to buzz about. Sarah has two Bachelor of Arts degrees in Public Relations and English from Drake University, but has been writing since age 8. Sarah’s favorite aspects of her role as associate editor are the dynamic industry wavemakers she gets to know, and the journeys and stories that make their products noteworthy.
Vita Coco teamed up with the Postmates food-, grocery- and alcohol-delivery app, to cure the first hangovers of the new decade in New York City with free, limited-edition hangover recovery kits.
PepsiCo recently launched “PepCoin,” a rewards program offering cash-back for consumers purchasing specially marked PepsiCo beverages and Frito-Lay snacks to prompt in-store bundling and reward loyalty.
As research and information about health and wellness has become more widely available in the digital age, consumers are being more proactive and purposeful with their food and beverage choices.
In November, Johnnie Walker revealed its Keep Walking campaign inviting a new generation of whisky drinkers to explore their world’s possibilities with Johnnie Walker.
With fresh foods and beverages sourced from all around the United States and beyond, brands and retailers are implementing innovative solutions for achieving optimal quality.
Every step of Penelope Bourbon’s journey, from brand to bottle, speaks to the importance of collaboration in achieving not only a beautiful bourbon, but also a legacy of quality that outlasts changing times and trends, the company says.
Seizing a prime opportunity to leverage holiday spirit to have an impact on humanity this holiday season, beverage brands such as Pepsi and Breckenridge Brewery are upping their holiday campaign games.
Cutwater now is launching cans of Bali Hai Tiki Rum Mai Tai, a 12.5 percent alcohol-by-volume (ABV) drink with natural pineapple, coconut and citrus flavors. Bali Hai Tiki Rum Mai Tais deliver a bright and balanced cocktail with a bit of depth from the aged rum, the company says.