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The Weekly Sip: C4 energy drink freezes up with Popsicle flavors | Tito’s goes for gold with cocktails
The beverage maker launched three new flavors in collaboration with Unilever’s Popsicle brand, and Oo-Lah hopes to bring the beach experience to RTD cocktails.
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After $3B sale by PepsiCo, Tropicana goes about juicing up its business
The company, which owns its namesake brand, smoothie maker Naked and probiotic drink KeVita, is prioritizing innovation and new consumption occasions to drive growth.
By Christopher Doering • July 24, 2024 -
Explore the Trendline➔
bhofac2 via Getty ImagesTrendlineHow the beverage category is shifting
The alcohol and beverage segment is shifting significantly, and beverage giants are working to shift their portfolios to remain ahead of the curve.
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Nestlé develops technology to reduce fat in dairy ingredients
The food and beverage giant said the process cuts fat in milk powder by up to 60% without compromising on quality, taste and texture.
By Christopher Doering • July 24, 2024 -
Food and beverage innovation plunges nearly 50% since 2007: Mintel
The market research firm said about a quarter of items introduced between January and May of 2024 were genuinely new products.
By Christopher Doering • July 23, 2024 -
Keurig Dr Pepper to close Virginia coffee plant, impacting 379 people
The shuttering of the facility, which manufactures K-Cup pods, comes as the beverage giant ramps up production in South Carolina.
By Christopher Doering • July 22, 2024 -
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The Weekly Sip: Coca-Cola taps YouTube stars for BodyArmor collab | Evolution Fresh bursts into better-for-you soda
The sports drink is launching its latest offering with the influencers behind Dude Perfect, and California brewery Fieldwork debuts a line of nonalcoholic beverages.
By Food Dive staff • July 18, 2024 -
The forces shaping Gen Z’s snack and beverage consumption
Gen Z has a sweet tooth and loves childhood flavors, but they increasingly demand healthy ingredients, major restaurants and suppliers say.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 17, 2024 -
Kellanova brings waffle flavor to a mug with Eggo Coffee
The food giant is taking its breakfast brand into the lucrative morning beverage category where it will compete with offerings from companies such as Nestlé and J.M. Smucker.
By Chris Casey • July 17, 2024 -
PepsiCo CEO sees lower prices across parts of its snacking portfolio
Ramon Laguarta said some of its products, such as unsalted potato or tortilla chips, need a “value reset” as inflation and higher borrowing costs weigh on U.S. consumers.
By Christopher Doering • July 15, 2024 -
Pernod Ricard creates dedicated US whiskey company
The Jameson maker is growing its spirits operations following investments in brands such as Rabbit Hole and Jefferson’s.
By Chris Casey • July 15, 2024 -
Badger Bevs brings NYC bar finesse to cocktail mixers
The recently launched company, which collaborated with top mixologists, aims to improve the quality of at-home cocktails.
By Chris Casey • July 15, 2024 -
Nestlé’s Nespresso opening ‘immersive’ coffee boutiques across US
The outlets are tailored to Gen Z and others wanting to learn more about coffee and establish a deeper connection with the premium brand.
By Christopher Doering • July 15, 2024 -
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The Weekly Sip: 5-Hour Energy gets saucy | Free AF raises a glass to zero-proof whiskey
In other beverage news, a Michigan-based alcohol brand is entering the RTD space with its take on better-for-you cocktails.
By Chris Casey • July 11, 2024 -
Chobani introduces shelf-stable low-fat dairy milk for a cause
Super Milk, which will not be sold in stores, is being manufactured as a donation to communities facing natural disasters or food insecurity.
By Christopher Doering • July 9, 2024 -
Nonalcoholic beer maker Athletic boosts coffers with $50M investment
The financing round, which values the brewer at around $800 million, will help fund the fast-growing company’s expansion efforts.
By Christopher Doering • July 9, 2024 -
FDA bans use of BVO in all food and beverages
The decision comes after a series of studies with the NIH found the ingredient to have adverse health effects.
By Elizabeth Flood • July 8, 2024 -
Holistic medicine doctor brings better-for-you to ready-to-drink cocktails
Dr. Giulietta Octavio was on a mission to help her patients feel better during the COVID-19 lockdown. She never expected what came afterwards.
By Elizabeth Flood • July 3, 2024 -
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3 brands shaking up the cocktail category this summer
Beverage companies are turning to unique new formulations — including one containing a meteorite — for recent product launches.
By Chris Casey • July 3, 2024 -
Beer giants lifting nonalcoholic space with ‘non-compromising’ launches: Athletic CEO
Just five years ago, top brands were absent from the market. Today, Blue Moon, Guinness, Corona, Heineken and Bud offer no- and low-alcohol versions of their popular brews.
By Christopher Doering • July 2, 2024 -
Cannabis producer Tilray debuts nonalcoholic beer Runner’s High
Despite having its roots in marijuana, the Canadian company is diversifying its revenue stream by entering the trendy category.
By Chris Casey • June 28, 2024 -
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The Weekly Sip: Lionel Messi enters hydration drinks game | NFL’s Gronkowski invests in Casa Azul
In other beverage news, a newly launched tequila brand aims to blend Mexican and Indian culture.
By Food Dive staff • June 27, 2024 -
Emma Watson brings premium gin brand to the US
The Harry Potter actress and her brother are expanding distribution for their spirit as consumers demand more higher-end options of the popular alcohol.
By Chris Casey • June 27, 2024 -
Why Lifeway’s CEO believes dairy is driving gut health boom
Julie Smolyansky said the kefir and cultured cheese manufacturer reported record sales in 2023 due to the probiotics and nutritional benefits of its products.
By Chris Casey • June 26, 2024 -
PepsiCo experiments with Smart Cans, AI tech to improve personalization
At Cannes Lions, the marketer showed off a new AI Hydration Coach for Gatorade and connected device for Pepsi inspired by its can shape.
By Peter Adams • June 25, 2024 -
Deep Dive
How Torani identifies the next ‘it’ flavors as homemade beverages diversify
The flavoring and syrup maker is expanding its innovation pipeline to capitalize on Gen Z trends and eccentric concoctions from coffee to energy drinks.
By Chris Casey • June 24, 2024