Plus, RNDC lay offs, Target’s BFY momentum, Buzzballz surge, the latest CPG Week͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ 
 
 
BevnetMay 21, 2026
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⭐ Reviews: Little Sun

⭐ Reviews: Little Sun

This week we sipped on Little Sun’s Calimocho, an RTD take on a wine soda, available in Classic and Blanco flavors. 

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📝 RNDC Files WARN Notices

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) issued WARN Act notices this week for nearly 150 layoffs in Oregon.

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🎯 Target’s Food-Forward Focus Brings Top Line Momentum

Target’s grocery assortment overhaul is already showing promise as the retailer posted its stronger quarter in over a year while exceeding analyst expectations. 

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  1. BuzzBallz Dominates in Premixed Cocktails as The Segment Hits $2.74B

  2. Messi, No Más: World Cup Winner’s Hydration Brand Phased Out

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  4. Olipop Embraces ‘Feel Good Soda’ With Branding Refresh, Campaign

  5. Can Better Pricing, More Variety Spark Growth In Non-Alc Wine?

 

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🎙️ CPG Week: Big Bets on Beans and Bone Broth

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Plus, Olipop Glows Up

This week on the podcast, Monica and Brad discuss Brami’s new funding, Olipop’s refreshed brand identity, Kettle & Fire’s leadership transition, and Danone’s plans to sell its stake in Lifeway Foods.

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