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#262 - Beverage Manufacturing Lessons with BevSource's Bob Williams

The Startup CPG Podcast · 18 Aug 2026 · 40m · Episode 357

What this episode covers

Bob Williams, a beverage manufacturing expert from BevSource, joins host Daniel Scharff to discuss common and costly mistakes beverage brands make with co-packers. They detail how to diagnose 'leaker' cans, emphasizing that seam check reports and calibrated equipment are critical for identifying root causes like secondary corrosion. The conversation covers the dangers of co-packers deviating from process authority letters, such as skipping tunnel pasteurization, and provides a checklist for vetting facilities before signing agreements. Finally, they address scaling strategies, including co-investing in production lines and the importance of early shelf-life stability testing.

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companies scaling up

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BevSource
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TTB, FDA, HACCP, SQF

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