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In the ever-changing THC beverage set, even the most visible brands have hiccups.

BRĒZ entered 2025 with lofty goals to diversify its portfolio into the more expansive (and federally compliant) functional beverage category. While it did launch a slew of new drinks – both intoxicating-hemp-infused and THC-free varieties – it led to financial challenges for the company.

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Ocean Spray has appointed Abigail Buckwalter, a former executive at Nestlé Health Sciences, as president and CEO. She succeeds Tom Hayes, who announced his retirement in December after five years at the helm of the agricultural cooperative.

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Restaurant owners are getting involved in the hemp beverage debate, asking Congress to enact a two-year delay on the impending Nov. 12 ban on intoxicating hemp in food and beverage.

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Here’s a taste of the products moving around the industry to start off your week.

☀️ DryWater is on track to be in 41,000 stores by the end of the year and is using Big Geyser in the Northeast to open new doors where it can sell single sticks. Access the full report.

🍋‍🟩 Revello Modern Mixers is now available across Florida through Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Check out the press release.

🍫 Ka’Chava is expanding its Chocolate Superblend Shake via a new 20-serving bag available at select Costcos in the Los Angeles area for a limited time beginning June 15. Read more here.

🌵 Reserva de la Torre Tequila announced an exclusive regional distribution partnership with Morris Distributing in Northern California. Get more information on BevNET.

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Here’s a look at leading headlines from around the beverage industry. Go beyond the headlines with Insiders access.

1. Republic National Distributing Company Expects to Cease Operations in Illinois, Shutter Facilities

2. “Operator Energy”: Inside 44° North Vodka’s Lean Strategy for Regional Growth

3. Court Favors Revitalyte in Lawsuit, Rules Pedialyte Trade Dress Unprotectable

4. Evolution Fresh Locks in Orange Supply Through Mid-2027 Amid Industry Shortages

5. GT’s, Cheribundi Team Up for Shirley Temple Flavored LTO