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It might feel like there is a gummy supplement for everything these days as brands like Plant People and Grüns take the space into new functional territory. The gummy gold rush is also drawing interest from beverage brands seeking to stretch into additional formats. 

Let’s be clear, this has been building for some time. Least we forget that Gatorade launched an energy gummy in 2022 and enhanced coffee maker Bulletproof has a whole line of gummy supplements.

What’s even more interesting is that this roadmap might also be flipping in reverse.

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This week, we sipped on Esprizio’s new organic certified line of sparkling espresso spritz beverages before washing it down with Lapos’ new Sparkling Negroni Water innovation.

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Protein2o is looking to seize the moment where clear protein has opened new possibilities in functional beverages with a new premium line.

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Learn what it really takes to scale a beverage brand into major retail. This guide covers production timelines, packaging challenges, and co-manufacturing strategy from experienced operators at Octopi. Learn more

The first generation of cannabis drinks was stoner-heavy. The second has been more fun and approachable. But the next wave of THC infused drinks may be a little of everything.

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A world exists where you could sell your product and not regularly fend off the costs of chargebacks, slotting fees, free fills and deductions. One organization is helping emerging brands build bridges into this sector. 

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

1. Diageo's New CEO Sees RTDs Differently

2. Constellation Brands Agrees To Acquire HOPWTR

3. Why Costco’s New Energy Drink Shook Celsius Stock

4. Laird Superfood Loss Widens Amid Multi-Brand Push

5. Former Casamigos Team Launches RTD

This week on the podcast, Monica and Brad unpack the McCormick-Unilever merger, Constellation Brands’ purchase of HOP WTR, Create Wellness’ fresh funding-fueled expansion, and Q Mixers’ move into functional beverages.

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