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There’s a drink for every need-state these days.

From Gillian Anderson’s libido-boosting G Spot to drinkable sunscreen, the functional drink set is catering to every ailment and value proposition. So, it might not be surprising that Erha, one of the newest category entrants, is claiming it can help allergy sufferers with seasonal histamine reactions. Insiders can access the full story to understand the challenges ahead for the seasonal-solution beverage. 

A spicy new lawsuit against Diageo was filed last week. A three-year journey of startup to exit may seem like a fairytale, but a lawsuit on behalf of shareholders of flavored tequila 21Seeds now alleges Diageo’s 2022 acquisition was a product of “fraud from the outset.” Insiders can access all of the details. 

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Is Monster Energy not as strong an investment as it once seemed? Spruce Point Management sure thinks so as the firm dropped a report this week arguing the case to short the energy drink leader’s stock. Insiders can access the full scoop.