Midnight Moon Lightning LemonadePiedmont Distillers' new brand of moonshine, Lightening Lemonade, includes an infusion of lemonade into the company's already available Midnight Moon brand of moonshine.
I was planning on simply noting that the call for nominations for the Beverage World Hall of Fame is officially in full swing, but the announcement was given some extra relevance and weight when a little piece of news came out of Atlanta late last month.
Cover Story: Raise a ToastA global leader in the premium spirits business, Fortune Brands, Inc.’s spirits business, Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc., is finding reasons to celebrate during challenging times.
Special Report: A Look at Wine & SpiritsInside Beverage World's special wine & spirits report our readers found a preview of the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) convention and tradeshow, an overview of the industry in 2009 and a regulatory update on the marketplace in the US.
Editor's Note: Toasts & Spills RevistedIt’s awards season in these parts, and no, I’m not talking about the Oscars. We’re less than two months away from BevOps & The Beverage Fleet Summit where, on opening night we’ll present our annual Beverage World Excellence Awards.
Cover Story: Tea TimeIn its January cover story, Beverage World featured ITO EN, the pioneer of ready-to-drink green tea in Japan. The company launched its US subsidiary in 2001 and has since introduced its RTD green teas to North American consumers.
Del Papa Introduces 3 New BeveragesBud Select 55, Bacardi Silver Signature Sangria and Bud Light Golden Wheat join Del Papa Distributing's lineup.
Modelo Especial Takes On New MarketsAfter posting double-digit growth rates last year, Modelo Especial continues to grow with the expansion of the product on draft in nine new states.
A Cloud of InformationGreatBrewers.com launches BeerCloud mobile app for Android. The mobile app helps consumers pair beer with food and pull up a full description of any beer with a scan of its barcode.
AQUAGOLD Rolls Out New WebsitesTwo news websites for AQUAGOLD International are to serve as a communication tool for customers, vendors and shareholders alike.
InterBev 2010 Slated for SeptemberThe American Beverage Association and the International Bottled Water
Association announce their co-sponsorship of InterBev 2010 to take
place Sept. 22 through 24, 2010 in
Orlando, Fla.
DRSI launches a diabetes energy formula specifically created for diabetics to counter fatigue.
Monster Hits the Streets with DUBIn a partnership with DUB Inc., Monster Energy is launching a performance drink aimed at young, mobile, urban audiences.
Power Trip Partners with BillsPower Trip becomes the official energy drink of the NFL’s Buffalo Bills as the result of a new partnership agreement.
IZZE Launches a 50-Calorie Option IZZE Beverage Co. has launched its newly reformulated, low-calorie IZZE esque nationwide, adding sparkle to the New Year.
Southern Promotes Schrager Southern Wine & Spirits of America, Inc. announced the promotion of Lee Brian Schrager from director of media relations and special events to vice president, corporate communications and national events.
The Spirit of KilbegganThe Irish distillery offers a limited release of the Spirit of Kilbeggan from the refurbished pot stills in the Old Kilbeggan Distillery.
Not Just A BoxAs delivery operations become more complex, new bodies and trailers offer solutions.
Here to StayAfter Daimler Trucks North America shuttered its Sterling brand, much speculation followed regarding the fate of the company’s Western Star brand.
Seeing GreenPET bottles are continuing to find ways to be more sustainable.
Minor ConsiderationsBeverages are getting their game on when it comes to appealing to kids.
Sidel Develops Skyward, Curvy BottlesWeighing in at less than 19 grams for a 0.5 liter-bottle, the new lightweight molds from Sidel, Skyward and Curvy, are a "breakthrough for the shape of hot-fill bottles," the company says.
Second NatureSecondary packaging and inks are becoming more environmentally-sensitive.
Keep it MovingNew developments in quality control systems help beverage operators continue to produce uncompromised products.
The Quality Focus Quality, referred to as “Quality Control,” “Quality Assurance” or “Total Product Quality,” is the most vital functional responsibility in beverage production operations.
The LEED ApproachThe main purposes for addressing the LEED approach are to relate how “green philosophy” affects beverage facilities, the application/registration process and the certification options available.
Sidel Introduces KohloxWith Kohlox, the new self-lubricating composite material for studs and wear rings, Sidel has accomplished two minutes less of weekly maintenance per mold.
The Fountain of YouthBeverages that provide bone, joint and heart health ingredients are targeting the increasingly active Baby Boomer generation.
US Organic Sector Stays StrongThe organic sector has remained resilient over the past year despite the recession, according to new figures from market research organization Mintel.
Four Key Beverage Trends for 2010It's January and competition for share of stomach is reaching a fever pitch. Tate & Lyle identifies four key consumer-driven trends impacting brand transition from store shelves to consumer cupboards in 2010.
Nutracon 2010 Delivers Health Trends Nutracon 2010, an education and networking conference for the health and nutrition industry, will be held in Anaheim, California March 10-11.
Power in Small DosesAlcohol sampling is viewed as a vital marketing tool for spirits brands, and can offer a sales boost to retailers in states where it is legal.
Most Interesting WinterDos Equis launches the Most Interesting 'Game Within The Game' winter consumer program.
Wine DJ Play that SongWine DJ, the new Liberty School iPhone app from Hope Family Wines hits the wine aisle.
A New Bill of Rights?vitaminwater re-writes the hydration bill of rights with a new variety to be created by the people, for the people via its Facebook page.
An ERP RoundtableExperts discuss the fundamental components of a sound enterprise resource planning system.
Extending ERP to Production LinesA Manufacturing Execution System (MES) solution from a company called Performix extends the reach of a company's existing ERP system into the production lines. The result can be more automated tracking of the production process.
Electric ChargeFactors to consider when choosing the right warehouse automation for your operation.
Case Study: Seeing the Big PictureToday’s inventory management solutions are offering beverage distributors a deeper look into product tracking than ever before—and doing it in user-friendly ways.
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