Black Momma Beverage Industry

Julius Meinl’s latest coffee celebrates International Coffee Day

Julius Meinl’s announced its latest limited-edition coffee ― Burundi Gakenke 100% Arabica ― crafted to celebrate International Coffee Day 2024. 

Ole Smoky Distillery 'Raises the Jar' with Jason Kelce

The former football star’s approachable and fun-loving nature, paired with his hardworking image as an NFL player, particularly as a center, “align well with the authentic, creative branding of Ole Smoky,” the company notes.

Pepsi, Meghan Thee Stallion kick off NFL season with new campaign

Pepsi, Purchase N.Y., unveiled its Gladiator-themed campaign titled “Make Your Gameday Epic.” As a longtime NFL sponsor, Pepsi is celebrating the start of the 2024 NFL season and the anticipated theatrical release of Paramount Pictures’ “Gladiator II,” with a short-film that will electrify game days for cola-lovers and NFL fans alike.

Tropicana, Ciara Miller team with launch of Tropicana Refreshers

To remind everyone that summer isn’t over, Tropicana is teaming up with Ciara Miller of the hit show “Summer House” to launch Tropicana Refreshers, the brand’s refreshed line of juice drinks made with real fruit juice and no artificial sweeteners.

7-Eleven offering new Slurpee flavor with Coca-Cola, OREO

The Slurpee drink is “an exciting spin on the fan-favorite Coca-Cola Slurpee, combining the classic taste of a crisp and fizzy Coca-Cola with flavorful, OREO sandwich cookie-inspired hints,” the company notes.

Circana releases mid-year 2024 food, beverage market outlook

Circana, an advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, released new Circana Compass insights, providing a comprehensive update on the 2024 performance of the global retail food and beverage (F&B) industry and an outlook for 2025.

Ghostface Killah introduces Killah Koffee to Keurig K-Cup pod system

Ghostface Killah's Killah Koffee coffee line announced a new partnership with Keurig to launch two of the brand’s most popular varieties ― Supreme Dark Roast and Shaolin Cannoli ― to the K-Cup pod format.

Keurig Dr Pepper teams up with Soccer United Marketing, Federación Mexicana de Futbol

Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP), Burlington, Mass., and Frisco, Texas, has teamed up with Soccer United Marketing (SUM) to unveil a new multi-year partnership with the Federación Mexicana de Futbol (FMF), making Keurig Dr Pepper an official partner of the U.S. tours for the Mexican Men’s and Women’s National Teams.

Club Kokomo Spirits announces distribution partnership with Stone Distributing

Club Kokomo Spirits, San Diego, has partnered with craft beverage distributor Stone Distributing Co., San Marcos, Calif., as the exclusive partner for Southern California, from Santa Barbara to San Diego and east to Palm Springs.

Pepsi, Kelly Rowland kick off Local Eats Better With Pepsi program

PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., has teamed up with award-winning singer Kelly Rowland to turn local restaurant regulars into hometown celebrities with a chance to be featured in a Pepsi ad and have their favorite menu item renamed in their honor.

7-Eleven, Green Day announce anniversary blend of band’s Punk Bunny Coffee

Punk Bunny’s Anniversary Blend will be available at 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes for a limited time.

Welch's welcomes new zero sugar juice line with campaign

Welch’s Zero Sugar hits shelves on Sept. 1. The juice line is available in two refrigerated flavors ― Passion Fruit and Grape ―as well as three shelf-stable flavors ― Tropical Punch, Strawberry and Concord Grape ― in multi-serve and single-serve formats. 

Consumers seek deals, shop around to address inflation-related impacts on food prices

Consumers are adapting their shopping strategies to include more flexibility as they attempt to control their grocery spending heading into the fall, according to the latest survey conducted by FMI – The Food Industry Association and The Hartman Group.

Nowadays to launch ready-to-drink THC canned cocktails

Nowadays, Los Angeles, announced a portfolio expansion, unveiling its newest product line: Nowadays THC Canned Cocktails.

Moët Hennessy, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter launch new whisky

Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has joined forces with Moët Hennessy, a subsidiary of LVMH, to create SirDavis, a new whisky. The first-of-its-kind joint venture reflects a shared vision between Knowles-Carter and Moët Hennessy, two vanguards of culture and craft, around the future of American whisky.

Coca-Cola, OREO become “besties” with limited-edition releases

The Coca-Cola and OREO brands have teamed up as “besties” to create two exclusive and limited-edition products: OREO Coca-Cola Sandwich Cookie and Coca-Cola OREO Zero Sugar Limited Edition. 

PACK EXPO International to highlight sustainability

PACK EXPO International 2024, taking place Nov. 3-6 at McCormick Place in Chicago, to feature more exhibitors and experiences for attendees. Making its PACK EXPO International debut, Sustainability Central will explore packaging sustainability and what it means to brands.

Eggo, Two Rivers Coffee collaborate to create Eggo Coffee

The waffle experts at Eggo and the coffee connoisseurs at Two Rivers Coffee Co. have united to transform your favorite waffle flavors into brewed blends of Eggo Coffee. 

Von Payne Spirits partners with Lipman Brothers

Von Payne Spirits, Clearwater, Fla., announced its strategic partnership with Lipman Brothers, Nashville, Tenn. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Von Payne Spirits, bringing its Black Currant-infused whiskey to the Volunteer State, it says.

Tilray Brands to acquire 4 craft beer breweries from Molson Coors Beverage Co.

Tilray Brands Inc., New York, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire four craft breweries from Molson Coors Beverage Co., Chicago. The acquisition includes Hop Valley Brewing Co., Terrapin Beer Co., Revolver Brewing and Atwater Brewery.

Starbucks names Brian Niccol as Chairman, CEO

Seattle-based Starbucks announced that Brian Niccol has been appointed chairman and chief executive officer (CEO). Niccol will start in his new role Sept. 9.

Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Lamorne Morris reward consumers

Chicago-based Mike’s Hard Lemonade Co. is partnering with actor Lamorne Morris to host an interactive pop-up event: Mike’s Jobstacle Course. This immersive experience will prove that every job has its hard days. And a hard day deserves a refreshing-tasting Mike’s Hard Lemonade, the company says.

Fanta, Warner Bros. unveil partnership ahead of new Beetlejuice movie

Fanta, a brand of The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, and Warner Bros. Pictures announced a global partnership ahead of the release of the highly anticipated movie “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” which debuts in cinemas on Sept. 6. 

7-Eleven launches 7-Select Fusion Energy Beverage

7-Eleven Inc., Irving, Texas, is introducing new 7-Select additions to its beverage lineup including a new energy beverage, 7-Select Fusion Energy, and a new premium hydration beverage, 7-Select Rehydrate.

Athletic Brewing Co. named non-alcoholic beer partner of Arsenal FC

Athletic Brewing Co., Milford, Conn. and San Diego, is teaming up with Arsenal, becoming the club’s first Official Non-Alcoholic Beer Partner. Starting this August, the partnership will see cans of Athletic’s award-winning Run Wild IPA available at Emirates Stadium, London, for all men’s and women’s matches.

Maker of Crystal Geyser launches Thirst for Progress campaign

Novato, Calif.-based CG Roxane LLC, maker of Crystal Geyser Alpine Spring Water announced its Thirst for Progress campaign. The initiative includes a series of creative shorts dedicated to promoting hydration and sustainability throughout the summer season.

Revl Fruits celebrates laid-back summer jobs in new sweepstakes

Revl Fruits, a brand of Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc., Lakeville-Middleboro, Mass., is giving consumers a chance to win a cushy summer job: Global VP of Water Park Inflatables.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits announces acquisition of Horizon Beverage Group Inc.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, Miami and Dallas, announced its plans to acquire Horizon Beverage Group Inc., one of New England’s premier alcohol distributors.

Califia Farms acquires Uproot Inc.

Califia Farms, Los Angeles, announced the acquisition of Uproot Inc., a plant milk dispenser system for foodservice. 

Goetze's Candy Co. partners on Caramel Creams ale

The confectioners of Goetze’s and the brewers of Guinness came together to create a 4.5 percent ABV cream ale brewed with the same vanilla in the Goetze’s signature recipe, resulting in a toasty, slightly sweet beer.