Beverage Development & Brand Strategy
From formulation to shelf — KO Management and Consulting brings deep expertise in functional beverages, hemp-infused innovation, and go-to-market strategy across the full supply chain.
Turning Concepts Into Market-Ready Brands
KO has partnered with emerging and established beverage brands to navigate formulation, compliance, distribution, and brand positioning. Every project is built on a foundation of science, regulatory knowledge, and hospitality-grade execution.
Beverage Projects
Five distinct brands — each solving a different consumer need across functional, hemp-infused, and premium hospitality beverage categories.
Alter Bev is a hemp-derived, non-dairy coffee sweetener that delivers a functional twist on your daily ritual. Designed for the wellness-forward coffee drinker, Alter blends clean ingredients with hemp-derived benefits — no dairy, no compromise.
The only hemp-infused non-dairy coffee sweetener in its category — bridging the gap between functional wellness and everyday indulgence.
- Hemp-derived CBD infusion
- Non-dairy formula
- Clean label ingredients
- Coffee & beverage compatible
NOVA
Fuel Your Next Level.
NOVA is a performance-forward health and wellness beverage combining protein and electrolytes for active recovery and daily hydration. Built for athletes, professionals, and anyone demanding more from their drink.
Unlike hemp-infused competitors, NOVA is a clean-performance beverage — no cannabinoids, no stimulants — just protein, electrolytes, and science-backed hydration.
- Protein + electrolyte blend
- Active recovery formula
- No hemp or stimulants
- Health & wellness positioning
High Class
Elevated. Every Sip.
High Class is a 5mg hemp-infused sparkling seltzer crafted for the sophisticated consumer. Light, effervescent, and precisely dosed — High Class delivers a premium hemp experience in a format built for social occasions.
Where Spritzig leads with nano-technology and 10mg dosing, High Class is approachable entry-level hemp — 5mg, sparkling, and positioned for lifestyle and on-premise channels.
- 5mg hemp per serving
- Sparkling seltzer format
- Lifestyle & on-premise positioning
- Precise low-dose formula
Spritzig is a 10mg hemp-infused sparkling wellness water powered by VESIsorb® — the clinically proven, patented nano-technology that dramatically increases bioavailability. Spritzig is not just a hemp beverage; it is a delivery system engineered for efficacy.
The only sparkling wellness water in the portfolio utilizing VESIsorb® nano-technology — delivering 10mg of hemp with clinically superior absorption versus standard oil-based formulations.
- 10mg hemp per serving
- VESIsorb® nano-technology
- Clinically proven bioavailability
- Sparkling wellness water format
KO Management and Consulting formulated and oversees the contract manufacturing of five proprietary soda SKUs for Pangea Restaurant Group — a premier hospitality operator. The program includes Lemon Lime Soda, Tonic Water, Soda Water, Classic Cola, and Ginger Beer, each developed to complement Pangea's culinary identity and elevate the guest beverage experience.
A full-service house soda program built from scratch — KO handled formulation, co-manufacturer sourcing, production oversight, and quality control for all five SKUs, delivering a cohesive branded beverage lineup exclusive to Pangea's venues.
- 5 proprietary SKUs formulated
- Lemon Lime, Tonic, Soda Water, Cola & Ginger Beer
- Contract manufacturing oversight
- Exclusive to Pangea venues
How They Differ
Each brand occupies a distinct position in the functional and hospitality beverage landscape.
Alter Bev
- Format
- Coffee Sweetener
- Hemp
- ✓ Hemp-derived
- Profile
- ✗ Non-dairy
- Technology
- Standard infusion
- Dosing
- Functional dose
- Channel
- Grocery / DTC
NOVA
- Format
- Protein Drink
- Hemp
- ✗ No hemp
- Profile
- Protein + electrolytes
- Technology
- Performance formula
- Dosing
- No cannabinoids
- Channel
- Fitness / Wellness
High Class
- Format
- Sparkling Seltzer
- Hemp
- ✓ 5mg hemp
- Profile
- Light & effervescent
- Technology
- Standard infusion
- Dosing
- Entry-level dose
- Channel
- On-premise / Lifestyle
Spritzig
- Format
- Sparkling Water
- Hemp
- ✓ 10mg hemp
- Profile
- Wellness water
- Technology
- VESIsorb® nano-tech
- Dosing
- Max bioavailability
- Channel
- Wellness / Premium
Pangea Sodas
- Format
- House Soda Program
- Hemp
- ✗ No hemp
- Profile
- 5 proprietary SKUs
- Technology
- Contract manufacturing
- Dosing
- Non-functional
- Channel
- Restaurant / On-premise
Beverage Consulting Services
Beverage Formulation & Innovation
Recipe development, flavor profiling, and functional ingredient integration — from concept to production-ready formula.
Hemp & Cannabis Compliance
Navigating federal and state hemp-derived cannabinoid regulations, lab testing requirements, and compliant labeling.
Supply Chain & Manufacturing
Co-packer sourcing, contract manufacturing oversight, ingredient procurement, and quality assurance protocols.
Brand Strategy & Positioning
Market positioning, target audience development, packaging direction, and competitive differentiation.
Distribution & Sales Strategy
Retail, on-premise, and DTC channel strategy — broker relationships, distributor negotiations, and launch planning.
Regulatory & Labeling
FDA compliance, Supplement Facts vs. Nutrition Facts panel guidance, claims review, and third-party certification coordination.
Our Production & Supply Partners
Bringing a beverage brand to life requires the right infrastructure. KO Management and Consulting works with best-in-class production facilities and premium ingredient suppliers to ensure every product we develop meets the highest standards of quality, compliance, and consistency. We lab test all our formulations and products for potency and full panel testing through Smithers Lab — ensuring every product is safe, compliant, and market-ready.
Production Facilities
Nidra Packaging
Chesapeake, VA
KO Management and Consulting LLC is retained as an on-site Production Manager and Beverage Operations Consultant for Nidra Packaging — a full-service co-packer specializing in health drinks, functional beverages, spirits, seltzers, iced teas, and coffee-based products. KO oversees daily production-floor workflow, coordinates beverage runs, manages equipment readiness and changeovers, and drives operational consistency across canning, bottling, and beverage-processing lines.
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Sun King Brewery
Indianapolis, IN
One of Indiana's largest craft breweries, Sun King Brewery brings world-class production infrastructure and deep beverage manufacturing expertise to KO's partner network. Sun King's state-of-the-art facility supports contract brewing, canning, and co-packing for craft and specialty beverage brands.
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Mermaid Spirits Co.
A TTB-licensed beverage production facility offering formulation, processing, pilot production, and commercial manufacturing for distilled spirits, ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages, and other alcoholic beverage products.
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Smithers Lab
A globally recognized testing, certification, and consulting laboratory. KO Management and Consulting partners with Smithers for rigorous potency testing and full panel lab analysis — ensuring every formulation meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and efficacy.
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HealthVerve
A retort canning facility supporting shelf-stable beverage production with commercial-scale processing capabilities. HealthVerve helps brands bring ready-to-drink products to market through dependable manufacturing infrastructure designed for quality, consistency, and efficient production.
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Generation West Ventures
A beverage commercialization consultancy supporting co-manufacturer sourcing, cost and margin engineering, supply-chain architecture, production oversight, and go-to-market execution for beverage brands.
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Vita-Pakt Citrus Products
One of North America's largest vertically integrated citrus ingredient suppliers, GFSI-certified and operating since 1947. Vita-Pakt provides premium citrus juices, purees, dry peels, powders, and oils sourced from the heart of California's citrus growing region — delivering consistent quality and food-safety compliance from farm to table.
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South Beach Syrup
A premium syrup supplier trusted by top-tier bars, restaurants, and beverage brands. KO Management and Consulting sources from South Beach Syrup to deliver exceptional flavor profiles and consistent quality across every formulation.
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Kerry
A global leader in taste and nutrition, Kerry provides world-class ingredient solutions and flavor systems trusted by leading food and beverage brands worldwide. KO Management and Consulting partners with Kerry to bring best-in-class formulation expertise to every project.
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McCormick
An iconic global spice and flavor company, McCormick delivers premium seasoning, flavoring, and ingredient solutions relied upon by the world's top food and beverage producers. KO Management and Consulting leverages McCormick's portfolio to ensure exceptional taste and consistency.
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From first formula to final shelf placement — KO Management and Consulting is your partner at every stage.