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ColumnLeftovers: Mondelēz layers more flavors onto Perfect Bar | Splenda splashes into drink mixes
The snack brand is debuting Crispy Peanut Butter offerings in chocolate and berry varieties, and Alouette brings its signature brie to the barbecue with a product designed for grilling.
By Food Dive staff • June 2, 2023 -
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Functional non-alcoholic spirits brand Aplós raises $5.5M
The three-year-old startup said it will use the money to build up its retail distribution as many shoppers increasingly look to curtail or cease consuming alcohol.
By Christopher Doering • June 1, 2023 -
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VC funding for food and beverage plunging amid challenging environment, data shows
During the last four quarters, the amount of money raised and the number of deals have fallen significantly compared to the same period the year before, according to PitchBook.
By Christopher Doering • May 31, 2023 -
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How Smucker will use liquid coffee to win over Gen Z
A new Dunkin’ product that makes hot or cold beverages in seconds hits shelves in July. The company says it will unlock its future in the space.
By Megan Poinski • May 30, 2023 -
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From hot yoga to coffee and bars: Inside Vita Coco’s push to make its coconut water a household staple
The brand is targeting new usage occasions and promoting the versatility of its product to consumers as it lays the groundwork for future growth, its founder told Food Dive.
By Christopher Doering • May 30, 2023 -
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Sponsored by COMETKeeping the fizz in prebiotic sodas
COMET looks to solve the prebiotic carbonated beverage market’s shelf stability problem and bring cans out of the refrigerated section.
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Beneo launches ingredient to aid in reducing sugar content, boosting fiber
Beneo-scL85, derived from beet sugar, offers a mild sweet taste, good solubility and natural credentials that can improve taste and texture. It also can assist as a bulking agent.
By Christopher Doering • May 25, 2023 -
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Nestlé digs in to plant-based offerings even as broader industry stumbles
Consumer interest in the category is robust enough that the world’s largest food maker needs to have a strong presence, said Mel Cash, the company’s chief marketing and innovation officer.
By Christopher Doering • May 24, 2023 -
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Q&AHow Smucker works toward sustainable coffee and brews new innovation
In the second part of this Q&A, Coffee General Manager Joe Stanziano talks about the segment’s sustainability challenges and future plans.
By Megan Poinski • May 23, 2023 -
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AB InBev to discontinue Babe wine and Hiball energy brands
The alcohol giant told wholesalers that the decision was made to better focus the company and simplify it for growth by prioritizing its mega brands while supporting “choiceful innovations.”
By Christopher Doering • May 22, 2023 -
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Coca-Cola criticized by green group for falling behind on reusable packaging goal
The beverage giant said in April that 14% of its total beverage volume was served in this material in 2022, a decline from 16% two years earlier.
By Christopher Doering • May 19, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Perdue taps into beer can chicken; Kellogg cereals shake into protein powder
The poultry producer is launching a summer ale with seasonings that evoke the grilled favorite, and Nature Valley serves up savory snack bars in Everything Bagel, White Cheddar and Smoky BBQ flavors.
By Food Dive staff • May 19, 2023 -
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From beer to bars: How AB InBev’s EverGrain finds new uses for spent barley
The startup is working with many of the world’s largest food companies to include its nutrient-rich byproduct, which is already being incorporated into crackers and nutritional supplements.
By Christopher Doering • May 18, 2023 -
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Q&AHow Smucker’s coffee brands keep sales and innovation percolating
Joe Stanziano, who runs the segment, talked to Food Dive about how Folgers, Dunkin’ and Café Bustelo continue to lure generations of consumers in for another cup.
By Megan Poinski • May 17, 2023 -
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Boycott narrows Bud Light’s lead in the premium beer category
Sales of the AB InBev-owned brew have fallen and the brand has lost ground to offerings from Molson Coors and Yuengling following its promotion with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
By Christopher Doering • May 16, 2023 -
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Corona owner Constellation Brands takes minority stake in sparkling brand Töst
The investment in the nonalcoholic offering will allow the Mexican beer giant to reach a wider variety of drinking occasions and increase its presence in premium products.
By Christopher Doering • May 15, 2023 -
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Keurig Dr Pepper turns up the heat on iced coffee with new line of machines
The K-Iced platform, which allows consumers to switch from hot to cold beverages and control the size of the drink, comes as 73% of Gen Z consumers between 18 and 24 drink iced coffee weekly.
By Christopher Doering • May 12, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Dos Equis leans into low-alcohol trend with new beer; Flipz twists into State Fair pretzels
The Heineken-owned brand adds to its RTD beverage line ahead of summer, and Folk Revival turns to the trees to upcycle acorns into microwaveable hot cereal cups.
By Food Dive staff • May 12, 2023 -
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Alcohol purchasing trends are changing — here’s what the numbers say
As consumers increasingly opt for at-home drinking, many are leaning toward experimentation and more sophisticated nonalcoholic options.
By Sara Karlovitch • May 10, 2023 -
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Coca-Cola to build $650M Fairlife plant in New York state
The 745,000-square-foot dairy facility, which is expected to create up to 250 new jobs, should be operational by the fourth quarter of 2025.
By Christopher Doering • May 9, 2023 -
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Oatly to boost its president to CEO
Jean-Christophe Flatin will take the helm at the Swedish oat milk company on June 1, while current leader Toni Petersson will transition to co-chairperson of the board of directors.
By Megan Poinski • May 9, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Miller High Life infuses beer into chocolate; Twisted Tea blasts off with a popsicle-inspired drink
The Molson Coors-owned brand and chocolatier Phillip Ashley mix the brew into Bar Snack Truffles, and allergy-friendly brand Partake brings a campfire treat to s’more consumers.
By Food Dive staff • May 5, 2023 -
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How Better Juice and Louis Dreyfus Company use science to cut sugar in beverages
The two businesses have developed enzymatic processes that turn natural sugars into beneficial nutrients — and, they say, keep drinks sweet.
By Megan Poinski • May 4, 2023 -
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Michelle Obama launches healthier food and beverage company aimed at children
Plezi Nutrition's first drink has 75% less sugar than average leading fruit juices, no added sugar, plus fiber and nutrients. The startup plans to expand into additional products.
By Christopher Doering • May 4, 2023 -
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Nestlé ponders the future of New Jersey instant coffee plant with 227 workers
A spokesperson with the CPG giant said the facility, which opened in 1948, “is limited based on its age, flexibility and ability to meet growing consumer demand in a cost-effective way.”
By Christopher Doering • May 3, 2023
