Beverage Industry News

Actor and entrepreneur Patrick Schwarzenegger is reprising his role as The Spirit Advisor, with his continuing partnership with Ketel One. 

PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., announced a global partnership with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team beginning in 2026, bringing together three of its powerhouse brands — Gatorade, Sting, and Doritos — with the Formula 1 team. 

PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., announced a global partnership with Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team beginning in 2026, bringing together three of its powerhouse brands — Gatorade, Sting, and Doritos — with the Formula 1 team. 

Canela Media announced the launch of Sprite’s new holiday campaign, bringing Sippin’ Season to life with Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry, engaging Hispanic American consumers who embrace the “ands” in their identity.

The Original Donut Shop announced its latest flavor innovation: The Original Donut Shop Pop-Tarts Brown Sugar Cinnamon-flavored K-Cup pod. 

Perfetti Van Melle, a global confectionery leader, has partnered with Fire Brands to introduce AIRHEADS Soda, a beverage line inspired by the iconic Airheads candy. 

Liquid Death, Los Angeles, announced its new distribution agreements with Sunset Distributing, a Southern California subsidiary of Hand Family Companies, and with Pacific Northwest distributors: The Odom Corp., Bigfoot Beverages and Summit Beverage Distribution Co. 

Candy Can announced the launch of two new flavors inspired by the sour candy brand Toxic Waste. The collaboration introduces Toxic Waste Sour Apple and Toxic Waste Blue Razz to the Canadian market.

2 Towns Ciderhouse is cranking up the volume with its newest seasonal release: Sled Zeppelin, a 6.9% ABV limited-edition hard cider. 

Morningside Brands Inc. announced that it has founded a brand partnership with platinum-selling country music artist Riley Green on Duck Club Bourbon, a new premium whiskey brand.