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“A-GAME” NAMED THE OFFICIAL SPORTS DRINK OF THE MINTO US OPEN PICKLEBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Last Updated on March 21, 2023 by Daily News Staff
A-GAME Beverages, Inc. is proud to sponsor A-GAME Singles Sunday
ORLANDO, Fla., March 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — A-GAME Beverage, Inc., maker of the ultimate hydration beverage, has partnered with the Minto US Open Pickleball Championships as the official sports drink of the largest and most prestigious pickleball tournament in the world. A-GAME is also the lead sponsor for A-GAME Singles Sunday. 
A-GAME is an innovative beverage designed to help the body refuel, rehydrate and recover after a workout.Tweet
“Supporting athletes of all levels to perform at their best and achieve their highest goals is part of our DNA. We’ve watched this sport grow in popularity and we’re excited to be part of the fun and competitive world of pickleball,” Randall F. Greene, chief executive officer and co-founder, A-GAME Beverages, Inc. said.
As part of the sponsorship, A-GAME beverages will be available in concession stands throughout the facility, and A-GAME will have a sampling tent open during A-GAME Singles Sunday and throughout the championship games.
“Our players bring their “A” game every time they step onto the pickleball court, so it’s only fitting that we partner with A-GAME to provide our athletes and fans with the ultimate hydration beverage,” said Chris Evon, co-founder of the US OPEN Pickleball Championships.
A-GAME is an innovative beverage designed to help the body refuel, rehydrate and recover after a workout, bringing out the best in every athlete. It is made with 8 essential vitamins, sea salt for natural electrolytes, honey for natural sweetness and flavor, pure Icelandic glacier water, and a variety of delicious, innovative flavors.
The US OPEN Pickleball sponsorship adds to the brand’s growing list of connections to the world of sports. A-GAME is also in its second year of a multi-year contract as the lead sponsor of the A-GAME 200 NASCAR Xfinity Series held at Dover Motor Speedway on Saturday, April 29.
About A-GAME Beverages, Inc.
Backed by All-Star athletes and partners Johnny Damon, Major League Baseball All-Star, Chairman and Co-Founder of A-GAME Beverages, Inc., Bo Jackson, Major League Baseball All-Star and NFL All-Pro, A-GAME investor and Board of Directors member, NASCAR driver Ryan Sieg, platinum-selling recording artist Ryan Cabrera and professional water skier and two-time world champion Thomas Degasperi, A-GAME is on a mission to equip athletes of all levels with the highest quality hydration beverages so you can always #BringYourAGAME. To learn more about A-GAME, visit www.drinkagame.com.
About the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships
Spirit Promotions is responsible for creating and running the Minto US OPEN Pickleball Championships in Naples, Florida. The OPEN was founded in 2016. The 7-day event is a world class, international event, which attracts the best players in the sport, as well as Pickleball enthusiasts of all ages and ability levels. The OPEN is known as the Biggest Pickleball Party in the World. For more information, please visit www.usopenpickleballchampionship.com
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illy Launches Art of Dining Series With Chef-Led Events Across Major U.S. Cities
illy has launched its Art of Dining Series, a year-long program pairing chef-led tasting menus with its signature coffee blend in major U.S. cities.
Last Updated on May 4, 2026 by Daily News Staff
illy is bringing coffee and fine dining together with its new Art of Dining Series, a year-long program featuring chef-led dining experiences in cities including Miami, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
The series launched in March with a dinner at Boia De in Miami and will continue with curated events built around custom tasting menus inspired by illy’s signature blend. One of the upcoming stops is set for June in San Francisco at Wolfsbane, where illy Chef Ambassador Rupert Blease will create a menu inspired by his own bespoke illy blend.
The company says the program is designed to create immersive, in-person experiences that connect guests with the illy brand through flavor, atmosphere, and hospitality. The launch also builds on illy’s broader gastronomy strategy, including its Chef Ambassador program and its role as the exclusive coffee partner of World’s 50 Best Restaurants for the past four years.
Founded in Trieste, Italy, in 1933, illy is known for its 100% Arabica coffee blend and global presence in more than 140 countries.
Source: illycaffè via PR Newswire
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Last Updated on May 4, 2026 by Daily News Staff
Bold Beverages to Elevate Cinco de Mayo Celebrations
(Feature Impact) Few things say Cinco de Mayo like festive drinks and a lively atmosphere. This year, give your glass a signature chile-lime kick and turn every sip into a celebration.
Elevating classic beverages is effortless with the bold trifecta of chile peppers, lime and sea salt – the perfectly balanced blend that delivers tangy, zesty and mildly spicy notes to take drinks from ordinary to unforgettable.
Raise a glass with these easy, at-home recipes designed to make even novice mixologists feel like pros. For a refreshing option, try a vibrant Watermelon Agua Fresca that combines the natural sweetness of fresh watermelon with the irresistible kick of Tajín’s Chamoy Sauce and a rim of its Clásico Seasoning for a craveable finish.
If you love the timeless taste of a margarita, the Spicy Jalapeno Margarita is a perfect choice, bringing bar-quality flavor to your celebration in just a few simple steps.
Both beverages feature a Tajín Clásico Seasoning rimmer that adds eye-catching color and a burst of flavor, complementing the sweetness of fresh fruit. Citrus like orange and lime, tropical options such as pineapple and mango, and melons including cantaloupe, watermelon and honeydew all pair beautifully. It’s an easy, fun way to add a pop of color and make everything from orange juice to fruity mocktails feel festive and special.
With a little prep, you can turn Cinco de Mayo into a truly unforgettable fiesta. For more swoon-worthy recipes ideas, visit Tajin.com.
Watermelon Agua Fresca
- 2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1/2 ounce agave syrup (optional)
- 1/2 cup cold water
- ice
Rim:
Garnish:
- lime slice
- watermelon slice
- Dip glass into Tajín Chamoy Sauce then into Tajín Clásico Seasoning.
- In blender, blend fresh watermelon cubes; lime juice; agave syrup, if using; and cold water until smooth and well combined.
- Fill prepared glass with ice and pour watermelon mixture into glass.
- Sprinkle with pinch of classic seasoning on top.
- Garnish with lime slice and watermelon slice.
Spicy Jalapeno Margarita
- 2 slices fresh jalapeno
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 2 ounces blanco tequila
- 1 ounce orange liqueur
- 1/2 ounces agave syrup
- ice
Rim:
Garnish:
- jalapeno slice or lime wheel
- To rim glass, brush Tajín Chile Lime Sauce on side of glass then dip into Tajín Clásico Seasoning to coat. Set aside.
- In shaker, muddle jalapeno slices with lime juice to release heat and flavor.
- Add tequila, orange liqueur and agave syrup. Fill with ice and shake vigorously 10-15 seconds.
- Fill prepared glass with ice and strain margarita into glass.
- Garnish with lime wedge and jalapeno slice.
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Heidi Klum Fronts GREY GOOSE “Devil Wears Prada 2” Push Featuring The Devil’s Roast Cocktail
GREY GOOSE is stepping into the spotlight with a new collaboration tied to 20th Century Studios’ “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” arriving exclusively in theaters May 1. The French vodka brand is rolling out a multi-platform campaign that blends fashion, film, and cocktail cultureand it’s led by supermodel and Emmy-winning television personality Heidi Klum.
The partnership includes celeb-forward social content, immersive pop-ups, in-theater cocktail activations, and limited-edition packaging inspired by the highly anticipated sequelwhich returns more than 20 years after the original film became a defining pop-culture moment.
Klum stars in an original content piece created with BBH USA, set inside the world of “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” The spot spotlights The Devil’s Roast, a GREY GOOSE twist on Miranda Priestly’s iconic coffee order from the first film, reimagined as an espresso martini-style cocktail. Klum draws a line between Runway Magazine’s exacting standards and the craftsmanship behind the collaboration.
The Devil’s Roast is positioned as the campaign’s signature serve: made with GREY GOOSE vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, a pinch of salt, and finished with three gold-dusted coffee beans. Fans can try it at GREY GOOSE Devil’s Roast pop-ups in New York City on April 14, 21, and 23 at Zuccotti Park and Manhattan West Plaza, paired with gold-dusted popcorn. Select theaters nationwide will also feature specialty GREY GOOSE cocktails when the film opens.
Additional U.S. elements include New York City out-of-home billboards and a limited-edition GREY GOOSE specialty box available starting April 1 at retailers nationwide.
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Source: GREY GOOSE (PRNewswire, Mar 17, 2026)
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