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Venture funding increased by 16% quarter--over quarter, driven by more late stage investments compared to the second quarter of the year. https://lnkd.in/gkhRxujn

Less than six months removed from splitting off of Bolthouse Farms fresh produce, Generous Brands is leveraging its Sambazon partnership and its scale to bring a number of new products to market as it transitions into a "dedicated beverage company." https://lnkd.in/ggExd9BA

Hollywood star Tom Holland’s new non-alcoholic (NA) beer brand Bero debuts today with three styles, backed by consumer product-centric investment firm Imaginary Ventures and led by CEO John Herman, an energy drink veteran with 20 years of experience. https://lnkd.in/gCxp6p8z

If you’ve worked in the service industry it’s likely you’re familiar with Fernet-Branca, the Italian amaro brand gracing the backbars of dive bars to upscale restaurants. https://lnkd.in/gJ5pscNC

In an interview framed as a series of true or false questions, Peter Rahal, the co-founder of protein bar brands RXBAR and David, reflects on his obsessive work ethic and leadership style. He also talks about “the best business strategy” and what he means when he says that happiness is “irrelevant.” https://lnkd.in/g3FHFiKC

Blue Stripes, a purveyor of sustainable cacao fruit-based food and beverage products, announced today it has raised $20 million in a Series B funding round intended to help the brand advance its whole cacao process technologies, develop new products and expand distribution. https://lnkd.in/gpjF8eaC

The kids beverage and snack brand – which makes juices, milks and crackers – is distinctive for its IP-driven bottle tops, which feature characters ranging from Mickey Mouse to Sonic, building its business off of impulse purchases by hitting the dual use case of refreshing drink and new toy for young children. https://lnkd.in/gU22Sddn

Dre and Snoop are “still” at it. The hip hop legends and budding beverage entrepreneurs have released their second bev-alc collaboration, an ultra-premium gin, following the launch of a canned cocktails line earlier this year. https://lnkd.in/gzAMB2kH

Olipop has been one of the beverage industry’s biggest growth stories over the past few years, but closing the gap in convenience may be its biggest task yet. The prebiotic soda company’s NACS debut underscores the channel’s priority: it’s around 10% of Olipop’s total business right now, in around 7,000 doors, including Wawa, Pilot and Casey’s. https://lnkd.in/gpTMwH-Q

Maya French of Happypop™ and Kendra Bennett of Bon Bee™ Honey share the behind-the-scenes of their viral moments—the challenges, wins, and impact on lasting growth. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eTcE2AmQ