Every spring Canadians emerge from winter to embark upon a time-honoured tradition – the search for a sun-filled patio and a classic summer beverage. This year, we’re taking the guess work out with the launch of Rickard’s Shandy. Whether you’re entertaining friends on the patio or relaxing on the dock, Rickard’s Shandy is the perfect […]
Stella Artois, the best-selling Belgian beer in the world, is introducing Stella Artois Cidre to the surging U.S. cider market. Stella Artois Cidre is a crisp, distinctive European-style cider made with apples hand-picked from wine growing regions. Initially it will be available in 26 U.S. states, with further expansion possible in 2014. Sales to retailers […]
The future of Florida orange juice is looking brighter. Coca-Cola is supporting the state’s largest citrus planting in 25 years with a commitment to purchase approximately $2 billion of oranges produced by the new groves. Partnering with Cutrale Citrus Juices and Peace River Citrus Products, Coca-Cola’s investment will enable the growers to plant 25,000 acres […]
Monster Energy Drink is being sued by San Francisco’s city attorney after it concluded that the beverage firm had been marketing its caffeine heavy drink at children, where it could pose severe health risks. Dennis Herrera labelled the brand as the ‘industry’s worst offender’ in relation to marketing at children and comes just seven days […]
Diageo has announced that Ivan Menezes will be appointed Chief Executive of Diageo with effect from 1 July 2013. Paul Walsh, who will step down from the Board at the September 2013 Annual General Meeting, will retire from the company on 30 June 2014. In the last 12 months he will focus on transitioning critical […]
America’s affinity for Moscato continues to make headlines as its light, aromatic style brings more and more people into wine. The excitement around this wine varietal led Gallo Family Vineyards to establish May 9th as National Moscato Day as a way to capture these important wine conversations and toast the varietal that has everyone talking. […]
Farmer Bros. Co., a manufacturer, wholesaler and distributor of distinctive and great-tasting coffees, teas and culinary products, is set to build excitement by adding a full line of mouthwatering flavors to its iced tea portfolio. Farmer Brothers’ new line of iced teas — Sweetened, Citrus Green, Sweet Jamaican Tropical, Georgia Peach and Catalina Lemonade — […]
As part of their 125th anniversary celebration Foster’s have published Ten facts that you may not know about them: 1. Nearly 3 million pints of Foster’s are consumed a day in the UK 2. William and Ralph spent £48,000 on their brewery with the Australian Brewers’ journal commenting that “It far excels any brewery that […]
Founders Brewing Co. will be offering this summer its seasonal “All Day IPA” for the first time ever in cans from Ball Corporation. “Founders Brewing Co.’s decision to offer its craft beer in Ball cans is a strong endorsement of the can as a sustainable, consumer-friendly package that can accompany craft beer consumers anywhere they […]
Foster’s is inviting UK drinkers to raise a glass to the brand’s 125th anniversary with the launch of a new campaign that celebrates Foster’s proud history of refreshment. The Foster’s story began in Melbourne in 1888, when Ralph and William Foster first introduced the people of Australia, who were previously used to drinking warm beer […]