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Dirty sodas’ popularity continues to grow, Torani research shows

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Torani data reveals dirty soda is redefining America’s next build-your-own beverage era.

Pineapple joins Slice Soda lineup

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Slice Soda, a brand Suja Life Inc., Oceanside, Calif., announced the newest addition to its fizzy family of flavors: Pineapple, which is available at Albertsons locations nationwide.

Ryl Tea Zero Sugar Jolly Rancher Candy Iced Tea

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Ryl Tea Co. teamed up with The Hershey Co. to bring Jolly Rancher Candy’s iconic fruit flavors into iced tea for the first time.

Health and wellness remain central to tea, RTD tea market growth

Sabettal@bnpmedia.com (Lauren Sabetta) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

When it comes to the tea and RTD tea market, experts highlight that the category’s growth is fueled by the consumer desire for healthy beverage options.

Bright State Functional Wines

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Bright State debuted a new line of low-alcohol wines made with vitamins, botanicals and herbs.

BODYARMOR Sports Drink expands with FIT line

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:30:00 -0400

BODYARMOR Sports Drink, a brand of The Coca‑Cola Co., unveiled BODYARMOR FIT, a new sparkling sports drink that brings modern hydration to everyday moments.

Inks, coatings tell deeper story

jacobsenj@bnpmedia.com (Jessica Jacobsen) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Manufacturers of inks and coatings are utilizing an innovative spirit to create solutions for today’s beverage manufacturers.

Herbs, Etc. ChlorOxygen Lemonade Powder

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Herbs, Etc. announced the official launch of ChlorOxygen Lemonade, a new portable format of its chlorophyll supplement.

C4 Energy unveils summer lineup

Fri, 29 May 2026 12:30:00 -0400

Nutrabolt announced its 2026 summer flavor lineup led by the nationwide launch of C4 Performance Energy Pink Lemonade. Joining the lineup are two exclusive retailer launches: Hawaiian Punch Berry Blue Typhoon, available only at Circle K, and Cherry Cola, available only at Casey’s.

Saratoga Spring Water introduces sparkling line

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:30:00 -0400

Saratoga Spring Water, a brand of Primo Brands, announced the launch of Saratoga Collection, a new line of flavored sparkling waters.

Evan Williams Bourbon releases licensed America250 bottles

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Evan Williams Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey announced a new series of officially licensed America250 commemorative products in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary.

Sprite + Tea

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Sprite announced the return of Sprite + Tea as an annual summer limited-time offering, establishing a new seasonal ritual for the brand.

Athletic Brewing releases Run Wild red, white and blue packaging

Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Athletic Brewing Co. is kicking off summer 2026 with the debut of a new national commercial and the release of limited-edition patriotic packaging.

Daily’s Cocktails Frozen Spiked Strawberry Lemonade, Spiked Iced Tea Lemonade

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Daily’s Cocktails, a brand of Harvest Hill Beverage Co., introduced two refreshing additions to its lineup: Spiked Strawberry Lemonade and Spiked Iced Tea Lemonade.

Telematics keep beverage operations moving in and outside warehouse

jacobsenj@bnpmedia.com (Jessica Jacobsen) — Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Whether within the warehouse or on the road, telematics are delivering data to beverage operations with actionable insights.

Milo’s Tea Limited-Edition Peach Sweet Tea

Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Milo’s Tea Co. is bringing that classic summer flavor to consumers with the launch of a new Limited-Edition Peach Sweet Tea.

CHANDON Spritz collection

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

CHANDON announced the launch of the CHANDON Spritz collection, a new trio of ready-to-serve sparkling cocktails, offering a range of flavors and intensity levels, it notes.

OLIPOP reveals new visual identity

Fri, 22 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

OLIPOP announced the launch of The Feel Good soda, a new creative platform that will roll out alongside a new visual identity, refreshed packaging and a national advertising campaign.

Good Boy Vodka grows with intention, authenticity

alversonc@bnpmedia.com (Chloe Alverson) — Fri, 22 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

The spirits-based brand is built on vodka and offers flavor-forward, easy-drinking cocktails that align with what today’s consumers are looking for, says Good Boy's founder and CEO.

Saint James Iced Tea Half & Half

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Saint James Iced Tea is kicking off summer with the launch of Half & Half, a new flavor that blends brewed organic black tea with classic lemonade.

Contraction continues to hit spirits, wine markets

Thu, 21 May 2026 15:30:00 -0400

The U.S. beverage alcohol industry remains in a continued contraction across core spirits and wine, according to first quarter SipSource data from Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA).

Sparkling Ice releases LIFE SAVERS Red, White and Blue variety pack

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Just in time for summer BBQs and America’s 250th birthday, Sparkling Ice, crafted by Talking Rain Beverage Co., has unveiled the Sparkling Ice LIFE SAVERS Red, White and Blue variety 12-pack.

High West sets the stage for distilling

jacobsenj@bnpmedia.com (Jessica Jacobsen) — Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

High West Distillery brings its specialized whiskies to enthusiast as it celebrates 20 years of whiskey blending.

Maker’s Mark The Stewards Release

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Maker’s Mark announced the 2026 release of its Wood Finishing Series: The Stewards Release, inspired by the distillery’s operations teams who guide the bourbon’s journey from first fermentation to final bottling.

IBWA, NEBWA open registration for conference, trade show

Wed, 20 May 2026 17:00:00 -0400

The International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) and the Northeast Bottled Water Association (NEBWA) announced that registration is officially open for the joint 2026 Conference & Trade Show.

OLIPOP, Space Camp Wellness collab on soda-inspired lip balms

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:20:00 -0400

Beauty brand Space Camp Wellness recently collaborated with OLIPOP for a set of four soda-inspired lip balms: Cream Soda, Vintage Cola, Shirley Temple and Crisp Apple.

Beverage innovations bring texture to tipping point

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Consumer interest in functional and sugar-reduced beverages have formulators turning to hydrocolloids to ensure texture remains consistent.

Venturi Nitro Cold Brew

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Venturi Bold Brew entered the ready-to-drink market with the launch of Venturi Nitro Cold Brew.

Blue Run Spirits, Indianapolis Motor Speedway release collector’s bottle

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Blue Run Spirits announced an Indiana-exclusive, limited-edition release of its award-winning Kentucky Straight High Rye Bourbon Whiskey in collaboration with the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS).

Is Gen Z really moving away from alcohol?

Sabettal@bnpmedia.com (Lauren Sabetta) — Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A recent NECG survey challenges the narrative that legal-drinking (LDA) Gen Zs are moving away from beverage alcohol, noting that the shifts in these consumers’ consumption habits are more about drinking differently, not less.