Beverages
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Retrieved from Bang Energy Drinks on April 28, 2020
Bang, bubly and G Zero are among 2019's top innovations, says IRI
The research firm released the 100 New Product Pacesetters for last year, with the six brands heading the list each getting more than $100 million in sales.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 02, 2020 -
Courtesy of Drinkworks
How the alcohol industry can serve consumers who prefer to drink at home
E-commerce delivery service Drizly said sales have been at least 350% above what the company would expect to see since April.
By Christopher Doering • June 02, 2020 -
Mondelez ups recyclable pledge with change to Philadelphia cream cheese packaging
Berry Global said it will provide packaging containing reused plastic for the snack maker's popular brand.
By Jessi Devenyns • June 01, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Cereal gets more Fun(fetti); Kashi GOes frozen
The celebration cake that rocked the '90s comes to breakfast bowls in August, and La Colombe adds chocolate milk to its lineup.
By Food Dive staff • May 29, 2020 -
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Why the founder of Uncle Matt's Organic bought the company back from Dean Foods
After selling the beverage brand in 2017, Matt McLean repurchased his family business for about $7.25 million when the milk giant went bankrupt.
By Lillianna Byington • May 27, 2020 -
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Deep DiveConsumers and manufacturers rethink DTC's promise as pandemic alters shopping habits
PepsiCo, Mondelez and Unilever are among the companies that have deployed direct-to-consumer shipping, which offers convenience for shoppers but complicated logistics.
By Christopher Doering • May 26, 2020 -
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A fatty ingredient hidden in butter could be the secret to better health
Researchers at Seraphina Therapeutics found the first essential fatty acid in 90 years, known as C15:0, to demonstrate broad health benefits in studies.
By Christopher Doering • May 21, 2020 -
DFA hit with antitrust lawsuit tied to Dean Foods acquisition
Food Lion and the Maryland and Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association are challenging the $433 million deal they argue will wipe out any remaining competition.
By Lillianna Byington • May 20, 2020 -
Orange juice sales get sweeter as consumers look for immunity boost
Retail sales in the U.S. increased 46% to 44 million gallons in the four weeks ending April 11, and futures trading jumped 27%.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 19, 2020 -
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Deep DiveOnce thriving craft beer industry dealt crippling blow by coronavirus
With brewpubs and taprooms shuttered and consumers less willing to experiment, thousands of brewers could go out of business or experience major changes to their operations.
By Christopher Doering • May 19, 2020 -
Opinion
COVID-19: The alcohol industry needs to think creatively
Executives should respond to the immediate emergency, then renew and scale operations to help drive the return to growth once the peak of the crisis has passed, writes Accenture's Oliver Wright.
By Oliver Wright • May 15, 2020 -
Courtesy of Halo Top
ColumnLeftovers: Halo Top pops into a new frozen treat; Kodiak Cakes puts its stamp on granola bars
The revolutionary better-for-you ice cream brand creates an on-the-go version, and Agua Bucha is the mashup of the kombucha and sparkling water trends.
By Food Dive staff • May 15, 2020 -
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Startup United Sodas aims to broaden category with launch of better-for-you drink
The beverages, which come in 12 flavors such as Extra Peach and Toasted Coconut, contain 30 calories and have no artificial ingredients. They will initially be sold online.
By Christopher Doering • May 13, 2020 -
Courtesy of Anheuser-Busch
AB InBev launches cocktail-inspired hard seltzers
The beverage from the alcohol giant joins its recent entrants into the fast-growing category including Bud Light Seltzer and Natural Light Seltzer.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 13, 2020 -
Retrieved from Snacks.com on May 12, 2020
Why PepsiCo launched 2 new direct-to-consumer sites
Snacks.com and PantryShop.com are part of the company's efforts to meet consumers where they shop, as e-commerce becomes a bigger part of their buying habits.
By Christopher Doering • May 12, 2020 -
Ingredion launches sugar substitute made from erythritol
The ingredient, which has a distinctive cooling effect, is made through fermentation and can be found naturally in some fruits and vegetables.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 07, 2020 -
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How SoRSE Technology is formulating CBD products in a pandemic
As interest in infused food and drink has increased during the outbreak, the supplier is staggering shifts in the lab and sending samples to different locations.
By Lillianna Byington • May 07, 2020 -
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Deep DiveOnline alcohol sales may see permanent rise as coronavirus alters shopping habits
Data insights firm Kantar estimates that 30% of new customers who try buying booze through e-commerce for the first time during the pandemic will remain long-term users.
By Christopher Doering • May 06, 2020 -
Flow Alkaline Spring Water raises $45M
The company, which recently opened a spring in Virginia and is set to roll out collagen-infused drinks this month, hopes to double its consumer base by 2021.
By Megan Poinski • May 05, 2020 -
Christopher Doering
Anheuser-Busch wins appeal in corn syrup battle with Molson Coors
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals wrote in its decision if the brewer does not like the "sneering tone" of the ad, it "can mock" its rival through its own advertisement.
By Christopher Doering • May 05, 2020 -
Constellation boosts stake in Canopy Growth to 39%
The marketer of Corona and Modelo still holds warrants and notes, which if exercised, would increase its ownership in the company to nearly 56%.
By Lillianna Byington • May 04, 2020 -
Justice Department approves DFA purchase of Dean Foods' assets
As a condition of the deal, antitrust officials said the dairy co-op must divest three processing plants to alleviate potential competitive harm.
By Lillianna Byington • May 04, 2020 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Brami dips into lupini hummus; Steeped Coffee brews sustainability
The protein-packed European bean makes the dip and spread shelf-stable and clean label, and Drinkworks partners with Brown-Forman to bring Jack Daniel's Lynchburg Lemonade home.
By Food Dive staff • May 01, 2020 -
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From candy to clean label, gum arabic's 'workhorse' reputation
The ingredient is popular because it can perform a range of functions including emulsifying, stabilizing, thickening, improving mouthfeel and being a natural glue.
By Christopher Doering • April 30, 2020 -
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PepsiCo trims 'nonessential' marketing spend while focusing on growth areas
A boost in grocery sales is helping some of the company's brands, but gas station and restaurant closures are causing some pain.
By Dianna Christie • April 29, 2020
