Canovation and CANPACK formalized a collaboration to advance the CanReseal aluminum can end toward pilot-scale deployment and commercialization, aiming to deliver resealable, recyclable beverage packaging compatible with existing infrastructure.
Six startups have advanced to the final round of New Beverage Showdown 31 at BevNET Live NYC 2026. Umma Juice, Brause, LYFLO, Cabu Latte, Dirty Virgo and Dad Grass will compete for the title and a $10K ad package.
Gold Crush Cocktails, inspired by Caribbean rum culture, is gaining traction in New York with its premium Jamaican rum ready-to-drink lineup. Founded by Daeyna Grant, the 8 to 13 percent ABV canned cocktails plan retail expansion into additional states by the end of 2026.
Dierks Bentley’s ROW 94 Whiskey debuts a life-sized hologram at Nashville International Airport through July 31, greeting travelers and promoting tastings at The Pharmacy Burger Parlor.
Memorial Day boosted nonalcoholic beverage sales 4.5% over the past 52 weeks, according to NielsenIQ and Goldman Sachs. Energy drinks rose 7.5%, sports drinks 5.3% and coconut water 29.7%, while RTD coffee declined and sparkling water was flat.
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Non-alcoholic beverages accelerated during the second half of May as Memorial Day celebrations helped increase dollar sales 4.5%.
MEDASE Cocktails earned a bronze medal at the 2026 San Francisco Ready-to-Drink Competition for its zero-proof Heavana Can't Wait Mojito. Judges cited the product’s flavor, craftsmanship and quality among thousands of entries.
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The U.S. Bartenders’ Guild will hold the inaugural U.S. Cocktail Championship National Finals on July 21 at Sazerac House in New Orleans during Tales of the Cocktail. Sazerac will serve as the exclusive spirits host.
Lee Greenwood relaunches Soldier Valley Spirits, an award-winning line of American-made bourbon, whiskey and vodka, ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary. A portion of proceeds supports veteran and first responder charities.
MEDASE Cocktails, the multi-award-winning premium zero-proof beverage brand redefining the modern...
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All Día launches a 2.5% ABV tequila RTD with 50 to 60 calories and full label transparency aimed at mindful drinkers. Made with Casa Maestri tequila, the Austin brand is selling DTC in 33 states and expanding into retail.
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NASHVILLE, Tennessee (June 9, 2026)—As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, country ...
Six beverage startups emerged from a field of 12 contestants to secure a spot in tomorrow’s final round of New Beverage Showdown 31 at BevNET Live New York City 2026.
Schilling Cider is hiring a Southern California sales representative. The territory spans Ventura County through the Central Coast, focusing on retail execution, distribution growth and cider market share. https://zpr.io/3tnQUqabJkdY
