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Spearhead To Raise Awareness for African Spirits, Fuel US Debut with $3M Investment from Pendulum

Spearhead To Raise Awareness for African Spirits, Fuel US Debut with $3M Investment from Pendulum

Black-owned South African spirits group Spearhead announced yesterday it has raised $3 million to expand the reach of its two products, Vusa Vodka and Bayab Gin, to the U.S., as well as launch new product lines and accelerate its marketing efforts. The raise was led by Pendulum, an investment and advisory platform aimed at supporting business leaders of color.

Farming Man Fest Returns to Indian Ladder Farms

The long awaited, highly anticipated Farming Man Fest is again returning to Indian Ladder Farms on Saturday, July 16, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m, after a pandemic break.

Wild Basin Hard Seltzer Launches The Paradise Pack

Just in time for the heat of the summer, Wild Basin Hard Seltzer is sending out a slice of paradise with its all new Paradise Pack, a variety 12-pack including four new seltzers with classic and contemporary tropical flavor combinations.

As Jack & Coke Heads to Mexico, Where Will the Next Big RTD Launch?

As Jack & Coke Heads to Mexico, Where Will the Next Big RTD Launch?

Last month The Coca-Cola Company and Brown-Forman announced the launch of a new Jack & Coke ready-to-drink (RTD) product— but eager U.S. drinkers will have to wait. The new beverage will first launch in Mexico, sparking the question: as RTD growth spreads globally, where are major suppliers headed next, and what will they be looking for?

Reclosable Can Tops from Augusta Label + Packaging

Augusta Label + Packaging is pleased to announce an international collaboration to bring to the beverage market a truly revolutionizing resealable can top.