Top 10 Food Products and Beverages Capital Raises and Investors in the U.S. – October 1st – 15th, 2025

Several interesting transactions closed in the Food Products and Beverages sector over the past two weeks. If you would like more info on these deals or would like to discuss the capital raising market for your company, please contact me.

PE Growth/Expansion

1. 1. Sambazon, acai-based beverages and food products for athletes and health-conscious consumers, received $65.08 million of development capital.

Merger/Acquisition and Corporate

2. 2. Arps Dairy, dairy products based in Defiance, Ohio, was acquired by Barfresh Food Group for $1.3 million.
   3. Sol Group, cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelons for export to the North American market based in Pompano Beach, Florida, was acquired by Martori Farms.
   4. Western Son Distillery, distillery that offers locally crafted spirits, was acquired by Sazerac.

Later Stage VC

5. 5. Brooklyn Dumpling Shop, fast-casual dining brand that transforms traditional diner dishes into various dumpling forms, raised $2.36 million of venture funding through a combination of debt and equity in a deal led by RSE Ventures.
   6. Brust, cold brew coffee beverages company that offers nutritious protein drinks, raised venture funding from ADG Ignite Ventures.

Early Stage VC 

7. 7. Sprinter Spirits, canned alcoholic beverage that offers a refreshing and convenient drink option for consumers of legal drinking age, raised $4.04 million of venture funding.

Angel

8. 8. ONE ROQ, spirits brand that provides a quality drinking experience and financial rewards to its members, raised $108,760 of angel funding.
   9. Shift Naturals, functional beverage products for wellness and mood enhancement purposes, raised angel funding from Kevin Love and The Angel Group.
   10. The Lucky Ox, culturally inspired sparkling beverages that serves consumers across the United States, raised $315,000 of angel funding in the form of SAFE notes.

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