Beverages
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How a Supreme Court case on water pollution could impact craft beer
If the Clean Water Act doesn't require wastewater plants to get federal permits to indirectly discharge treated sewage, 60 brewers argued, it will eventually harm the water they rely on.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 17, 2019 -
How Coca-Cola Tic Tacs can open impulse buying happiness
The iconic-soft-drink-flavored mints from Ferrero will be available in 70 countries in the next few months.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 15, 2019 -
Carlsberg debuts sustainable paper bottle prototype
The Danish brewer has been working on the idea since 2015 and is now testing out two versions, both made from sustainably sourced wood fiber.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 14, 2019 -
White Claw hard seltzer cut media spending 30% as brand's popularity surged, study says
Across the "malternative" category, ad spending jumped 21% as several big brands vied for a share of exploding sales.
By Robert Williams • Oct. 10, 2019 -
DC's proposed excise tax could hike prices of soda and other sugary drinks
Council members are weighing a 1.5 cent-per-ounce duty on sweetened beverages, which would add about $1 to the price of a 2-liter bottle.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 09, 2019 -
Will Canopy Growth continue to drag down Constellation's earnings?
The alcohol giant exceeded expectations in its report last week, but revealed a $484.4 million loss on its cannabis investment. Analysts say that trend could continue in the near term.
By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 09, 2019 -
Canopy Growth buys majority stake in BioSteel Sports Nutrition
The all-cash purchase of 72% of the sports drink, protein and supplements company lays the groundwork to put CBD in future products.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 09, 2019 -
PepsiCo's 12% increase in ad spending fuels sales growth
The food and beverage giant's net sales rose 4.3% to $17.2 billion in Q3 while its profit narrowed.
By Robert Williams • Oct. 04, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Hershey and Yuengling make chocolate porter; veggies play Peekaboo in ice cream
The two venerated Pennsylvania companies spent almost a year on this mashup, and Jack Daniel's hopes drinkers will fall for its new apple whiskey.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 04, 2019 -
Bolthouse Farms will launch CBD products next year
Less than a year after selling off the maker of juices, coffees, salad dressings and plant-based milk, Campbell Soup may regret divesting the brand — especially if this new line is successful.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 03, 2019 -
Coca-Cola Energy powers its way to the US next year
The Atlanta company sees this launch as a way to bring Coke lovers into the energy drink market, but its impact on Monster — in which the soda giant holds a minority stake — is unclear.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 02, 2019 -
Why is fresh fruit putting the squeeze on fruit juice?
The beverages have high sugar content and can be linked to health problems, but consumable produce can have the same issues.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 30, 2019 -
McCafé packaged coffee to be distributed by Keurig Dr Pepper
The previous partnership the fast food brand had with Kraft Heinz will end next year, the company says.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 26, 2019 -
Blue California to commercialize production of allulose sweetener
The FDA said in April the ingredient was exempt from the "total sugars" and "added sugars" line on a label, potentially making it a more attractive option for food and beverage makers.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 26, 2019 -
Kraft Heinz and Baileys launch non-alcoholic coffee line
This is the second time this year the Diageo-owned Irish cream liquor has licensed its flavor and name to create an indulgent all-hours and all-ages product.
By Jessi Devenyns • Sept. 24, 2019 -
Deep DiveHow Folgers has ushered in almost 170 years of happy mornings
The coffee brand has stayed on top through innovation and an eye on its rich history despite growing competition, new trends and shifts in how and where people drink the beverage.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 23, 2019 -
Why Vita Coco's parent company hired the former Boston Beer CEO as president
In the newly created position at All Market Inc., Martin Roper will oversee operations and priorities for the New York-based beverage company.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 20, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Kraft Heinz turns everything into bagels, Swiss Miss brings unicorn magic to hot cocoa
The Bagel That device — which makes anything appropriate for Philadelphia Cream Cheese — is sold on Amazon, and Drake's launches cookies and cream brownies.
By Food Dive staff • Sept. 20, 2019 -
Kerry ups its plant-based game with Radicle ingredients line
The company said these new items formulated both for dairy and meat analogs help provide more nutritious foods with authentic tastes and cleaner labels.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 19, 2019 -
Keurig Dr Pepper-backed firm launches smart nutrition bottle
LifeFuels, in which the soda giant invested last year, allows consumers to create personalized beverages on the go while tracking their hydration goals.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 18, 2019 -
OpinionWhat happened to my Bud? Beverage makers flock to CBD-infused drinks
Beer and other drink companies are concerned that consumers would trade in their product for one with the cannabis compound — providing the high but without the calories.
By Tom Newmaster • Sept. 17, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Yogurt gets a caffeinated boost, MillerCoors brews hard coffee
Danone is launching Oikos Pro Fuel, a drinkable yogurt packed with 100 milligrams of caffeine; and Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats partnered with Autism Speaks to create sensory love notes.
By Food Dive staff • Sept. 13, 2019 -
Red wine is good for the gut, UK study finds
Across three countries, researchers found more diverse microbiota — a signal of gut health — in nearly 3,000 people who drink red wine than those who don't.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 12, 2019 -
Alkaline Water Company buys celebrity-backed AQUAHydrate
Mark Wahlberg and Sean Combs, both part owners of the brand, will retain some shares as part of the all-stock deal. The new firm will have more than $65 million in sales in FY 2020.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 10, 2019 -
Dean Foods decides against a sale after strategic review
After seven months, the Board of Directors chose to continue independent operations under the leadership of Eric Beringause, appointed CEO in July.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 09, 2019
