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Why should a little thing like the law stand between consumers and THC?

Despite a looming regulatory ban coming this November, hemp beverage sales are booming, seeing 133% growth YoY between 2024 and 2025, according to a new report by the Hemp Beverage Alliance (HBA).

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💧 Acqua Chiarella bringing its premium Italian mineral water to the U.S. with former Mela CEO Dominic Purpura acting as its distributor. Read the full report

🥊 No Cap Soda Pop is teaming with candy brand Sour Punch for a co-branded line of better-for-you sodas. Check out all the info

💪 GROUNDED Shakes launched its 8.5 oz. M*lkshakes nationwide at all Sprouts Farmers Market stores in M*lk Chocolate and Mint Choc Chip flavors. Get all of the details

This week’s new products see childhood nostalgia driving summertime innovation. From Jones Soda and Crayola, to from the makers of Scott’s MiracleGro launching a limited edition canned water, H2HOSE, there’s plenty of memories to be invoked from these new innovations . 

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Want to unleash faster growth in adult non-alcoholic drinks?

Get ready to break some rules, said Jill Sites, who recently concluded a stint as EVP of sales at non-alc brand The Pathfinder. 

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ROAR Organic has recruited beverage veteran William Meissner as its new President, as the company aims to press its momentum in natural retailers as it introduces 12 oz. sleek cans.

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

1. Albertsons Is Now Testing Hemp THC Drinks In Chicago

2. Joel Gott Wines Turns To RTDs

3. Hockey Stick Ventures Launches $3M Fund I

4. [Exclusive] FAVE Lands $1M Seed Round

5. Goodness Of Hemp Act Seeks To Unite Industry Ahead Of November Ban

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CPG's next big ideas often emerge in unexpected places. 

In this episode, we explore what founders across food and beverage can learn from the rapid rise of hard sodas and hard sports drinks, as alcohol brands borrow from health, wellness and functionality to connect with younger consumers.

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