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SEC sues Drake’s Organic Spirits founder in $2.4m fraud case

SEC sues Drake’s Organic Spirits founder in $2.4m fraud case

Why does this matter? Important cautionary tale for BevTech founders about investor fraud in the beverage startup ecosystem, highlighting the importance of financial transparency and governance when raising capital. Highlights The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against the founder of Drake’s Organic Spirits, alleging

Planning for CBC: Making the Most of Philly & Your Conference Experience

Planning for CBC: Making the Most of Philly & Your Conference Experience

Why does this matter? CBC (Craft Brewers Conference) is a major industry event where BevTech founders can network, discover tech solutions like BrewedAt, and connect with craft beverage operators and service providers. Highlights We can’t wait to share beers and see you in person in Philadelphia. We kick off

MGP halts production at Kentucky distilleries

MGP halts production at Kentucky distilleries

Why does this matter? Signals broader American whiskey oversupply challenges affecting major producers like MGP and Diageo, revealing important market dynamics BevTech founders should understand when planning production, inventory, and go-to-market strategies in the spirits sector. Highlights US firm MGP Ingredients will pause operations at Kentucky distilleries Limestone Branch and

Rosebank extends Celtic Renewables partnership

Rosebank extends Celtic Renewables partnership

Why does this matter? This demonstrates emerging biorefinery technology converting beverage by-products into valuable green chemicals, representing a sustainability innovation applicable across craft beverage production with significant waste reduction potential. Highlights Lowland distillery Rosebank has renewed its partnership with Scottish green chemical manufacturer Celtic Renewables for another three years. Under

US beer industry uncovers more ‘meaningful’ routes to market

US beer industry uncovers more ‘meaningful’ routes to market

Why does this matter? DTC shipping data reveals significant e-commerce opportunities for craft beverage startups, with 69% of consumers willing to subscribe to beer clubs and regulatory modernization creating new digital sales channels. Highlights The US beer sector has shown strong consumer demand for direct-to-consumer (DTC) shipping in a move

Sustainable Scotch distillery project gains £1.57m

Sustainable Scotch distillery project gains £1.57m

Why does this matter? Craft distillery secures £1.57m for carbon-neutral production technology that could set new standards for sustainable beverage manufacturing at scale. Highlights Highlands-based Struie Distillery, which aims to become one of the UK’s largest carbon-neutral distilleries, has secured up to £1.57 million (US$2.1m)

Wales approves deposit return scheme for drinks containers ahead of 2027 launch

Wales approves deposit return scheme for drinks containers ahead of 2027 launch

Why does this matter? Wales' deposit return scheme includes digital QR code technology (Polytag) for container recycling, creating both operational challenges and potential tech opportunities for beverage startups navigating cross-border compliance. Highlights The Welsh Parliament has voted to approve legislation establishing a national deposit return scheme for drinks containers.