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What are conditions like at “the intersection of vibrant taste and clean nutrition”? Cold, if you ask Generous Brands. 

With a clear mission in mind, the portfolio company (Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh) has created a robust platform of fresh, healthy refrigerated beverages, with Tuesday’s purchase of #2 national kombucha brand Health-Ade (believed to be around $500 million) being the latest and perhaps biggest pick-up thus far. 

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Watch founders and CEOs introduce their brands and provide a recap of recent news and updates. This week’s special co-host is Dayton Miller, a managing partner with BFG Partners, who shared his thoughts, questions and feedback with the participants. He is joined by Ray Latif, the editor and producer of the Taste Radio podcast.

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A double-digit revenue jump in Oatly’s International & Europe segment helped offset soft consumer demand in North America during Q2 so now the plant-based giant is taking a page from its Euro playbook to increase traction stateside.

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U.S. convenience retailers are feeling positive as total beverage sales grew 3.4% in Q2, according to a Goldman Sachs survey. The tailwinds came from rising demand in energy and hydration with retailers expecting growth in a few other integral areas of the store. 

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