Spindrift’s Shift & Seven-Figure Raises

The hosts dissect Spindrift’s decision to discontinue its Spiked line and spotlight rising CPG stars Mooski and Painterland Sisters, each of which recently announced major funding rounds. They also preview upcoming Taste Radio meetups in the U.S. and U.K., before taking bites and sips of oat bars, cookies and a Patrick Mahomes-backed coffee brand. Show notes: 0:15: Shu-Cation. Spin-Cycle. Moo-Money. Meet-Up. Fruit-y Tea. – Ray is still MIA, but Mike is here to handle his responsibilities. The hosts discuss the discontinuation of Spindrift Spiked and speculate on the reasons behind the move. They also highlight seven-figure funding rounds secured by Mooski and Painterland Sisters and commend both brands for their quality, strong branding and founder-led focus. The discussion moves to upcoming Taste Radio events planned in San Diego (Sept. 16), San Francisco (Sept. 18) and London (Oct. 2), before the hosts sample products from Throne Sport Coffee, Al’s Real Goods, KACE fruit tea and a new “calm” variety of Crunchy Hydration. Brands in this episode: Spindrift, High Noon, Mooski, Painterland Sisters, Chutni Punch, Oat Haus, Throne Sport Coffee, Paqui, Mountain Dew, Al’s Real Goods, KACE, Crunchy Hydration