{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"M&A Isn\u2019t Slowing. It\u2019s Getting More Focused.","description":"Deals aren\u2019t slowing \u2013 they\u2019re stacking up. What explains five strategic acquisitions in under two weeks? The hosts break down the latest wave of CPG deals, including HOP WTR\u2019s sale to Constellation Brands and So Good So You\u2019s acquisition by a private investment group \u2013 just two of several recent moves. They explore what\u2019s fueling continued buyer activity and why non-alcoholic, functional, and better-for-you beverage brands remain especially attractive targets. Show notes: 0:20: Meet NYC. Good Hops, Good Investment. Pints Park. Frozen Dollars. Yoo Hoo! Yaza! \u2013 The hosts preview Taste Radio\u2019s upcoming NYC Meetup on April 16 and remind listeners that only registered attendees can join. They also unpack recent acquisitions of hop-infused beverage brand HOP WTR and wellness shot and energy drink company So Good So You, adding to a growing wave of CPG deals. The conversation explores rising demand for non-alcoholic, low-sugar, and functional beverages, along with the execution, focus, and timing required to build a successful brand. They also highlight Protein Pints\u2019 entry into a sports stadium as a case study in building awareness \u2013 from concessions to grocery shelves \u2013 and wrap with their product picks of the week, featuring indulgent coconut water, granola, globally inspired dips, and non-alcoholic cocktails. Brands in this episode: Huel, Monaco Cocktails, Dirty Shirley, HOP WTR, So Good So You, Hoplark, Spindrift, Athletic Brewing, Lucky Saint, Vive Organic, Kor, Suja, Sol-ti, Protein Pints, Hey!Hunger, Mason Dixie Foods, Zico, 100 Coconuts, Harmless Harvest, Yoo-Hoo, Harney & Sons, Good Mood, Culture Pop, Yaza, Cedar\u2019s, Spritz Society, Stellar Granola, Medase ","author_name":"Taste Radio","author_url":"http:\/\/tasteradio.com","html":"