RTD startup Bevi targets Gen Z with new SachetCan
BevTech startup Bevi launches innovative SachetCan format targeting Gen Z pre-drinks, preparing to raise funding with Pernod Ricard & Britvic veterans as advisors.
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DRS handling fees confirmed ahead of 2027 launch
UK's 2027 Deposit Return Scheme fee structure impacts beverage operations: retailers using RVMs get 1.3-5p per container. Critical for BevTech founders planning DTC/retail strategies and understanding reverse logistics costs.
Court says Uncle Nearest was ‘haemorrhaging money’
Uncle Nearest's insolvency ($208M debt vs $50-125M valuation) offers a cautionary tale for beverage founders on burn rates, fundraising discipline, and operational sustainability in craft spirits.
Alcolase secures £1.3m to tackle alcohol intolerance in East Asia
BevTech startup Alcolase raises £1.3m for enzyme technology addressing alcohol intolerance in 540M people, showcasing biotech innovation in beverage consumption and health.
Tipple to help Botivo scale across Europe
Tipple's digital distribution platform demonstrates how tech can solve multi-market D2C challenges in beverages, with recent €4M seed funding validating the model.
Nicholson On Tap boasts triple-digit growth in UK
Demonstrates how operational technology can drive significant revenue growth in beverage service, with proven metrics showing 300%+ sales increases and improved efficiency across major venues.
Sakura Sake Shop launches Japan’s first low-carbon sake
Demonstrates data-driven carbon reduction in beverage production using carbon management platform Zevero—a replicable tech-enabled sustainability model for beverage founders.