Coca-Cola has agreed to a key distribution change at Aldi in the US in return for exclusivity in some soda packages. The change is meant to accommodate Aldi’s low-cost, no-frill business model, according to BD sources. Skeptics say the change presents a slippery slope for soft drink distribution....
I tried the “blue collar cocktail” making viral rounds on social media like Instagram and TikTok. The version I mixed comprised Watermelon-Lime Electrolit, Watermelon Red Bull, and, as one creator put it, “a sh-t ton of Tajín.” That’s the flavorful Mexican seasoning made from mild chili peppers, dried lime, and sea salt that’s popular with young and multicultural consumers. I poured the ingredients over crushed ice in a large plastic cup, as those seem to be key aspects of the drink’s presentation. Despite the name, there is no alcohol in this cocktail, although I strongly suspect tequila would work quite well for a party vibe.
From what I have gathered, these drinks are common on ...
BD annually surveys Fourth of July holiday promotions for three grocery chains in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Miami for an informal look at how the deal environment for soft drinks and other beverage categories is ...
