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“Total beverage” is a phrase that’s been tossed around with abandon by global beverage conglomerates in recent years. But could we be witnessing it right now in New York City? 

As the city prepares for a potentially watershed moment in mayoral politics, there’s a seismic shift already underway with Wednesday’s news of wine/spirits powerhouse Southern Glazer’s acquiring Anheuser Busch’s wholly owned distributor (WOD) servicing the Five Boroughs (minus Brooklyn). 

It’s a big deal for beer (there’s Brewbound for that, folks), but when the transaction closes later this year, it will have implications for non-alcoholic beverages as well…

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A favorite poolside duo just got a convenient upgrade. 

Pernod Ricard is continuing its strategy of pairing up its brands with names well known on the other side of the fridge – up next is a Malibu and Dole ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail line coming early 2026. 

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When Poppi came out swinging with its first Super Bowl commercial in 2024, it told America “this will be the last moment you ever think of ‘soda’ as being a dirty word.” But ‘Dirty’, it would appear, is exactly what the people want…

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In this episode of CPG Week, the hosts discuss why Saffron Road is aligning with growing anti-seed oil sentiment, how the TikTok-driven dirty soda trend is influencing beverage innovation, Keychain’s latest fundraise, and the recent struggles of one-time Silicon Valley darling Soylent.

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