Constellation Brands acquires Florida-based Funky Buddha Brewery
Constellation Brands has acquired Florida-based Funky Buddha Brewery as part of the company’s goal to expand its high-end beer segment. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Archives for August 9, 2017
NEWS IN BRIEF
Tickle Water enters adult beverage market positioned as cocktail mixer
Tickle Water, a flavored sparkling water brands for kids, has expanded its distribution to wine and spirits stores to capture an adult audience after the company noticed an organic evolution of the brand’s adoption by millennials.
Health-conscious millennials turn to zero-calorie drinks
'As consumer tastes change and people become more health conscious, brands need to think of innovative ways to remain attractive to buyers.
Healthier wine? Fortification with white rose petal extract increases polyphenol content
Wine fortified with white rose petal extract (WRE) can provide added health benefits due to its higher antioxidant and polyphenol content, a Korean study has found.
Coca-Cola HBC net sales grow 5.7% despite ‘softness’ in Russia and Nigeria
Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (HBC) 2017 half-year financial results saw net sales revenue grow 5.7% despite ‘softness’ in Russia and Nigeria, CEO, Dimitris Lois, said today.
Coffee consolidation mirroring beer’s M&A activity, says Rabobank
The global coffee industry has more room for consolidation and shares a similar M&A pattern to the international beer market, according to a recent Rabobank report.
WaveGrip launches multi-colored carriers for shelf-appeal and brand differentiation
WaveGrip has launched multi-colored carriers in Noir (Black), Tangerine (Orange), Envy (Green) and Fury (Red) to create further on-shelf impact and brand differentiation.