Why Brown-Forman is debuting its first new bourbon brand in 20 years

Brown-Forman is pushing forward with what works in the market today while innovating its brand portfolio.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 12, 2016

What's in a name? Coca-Cola's Vitaminwater settlement results in label changes

But even after removing health claims and adding "with sweeteners" to the label, the name still contains two health-promoting ingredients.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 11, 2016

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Mergers and acquisitions

Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.  

By Food Dive staff

ABA challenges San Francisco sugary drink warning labels in court

"If you put a 20 percent block warning on our advertisements, you will completely and utterly undermine the message we are trying to send with that advertisement," an ABA lawyer said.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 11, 2016

Infused alcohol flavors gaining complexity, traction in market

From whiskey-flavored cola to wine-flavored teas, manufacturers are opening a bigger market.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 7, 2016

Constellation Brands: Revenue, profits ride successes of beer segment

The company's beer acquisitions and Mexico brewery expansions have strengthened its position in the U.S. beer market.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 6, 2016

US organic operations increase 12%; Capri Sun launches organic option

Organic operations in the U.S. have increased nearly 300% since 2002, and the U.S. organic retail market is currently valued at more than $39 billion.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 6, 2016

Brewers Association's 2015 Top 50 list stable; shakeups to come

A handful of craft brewers had prorated 2015 volumes due to their full or stake acquisitions last year. They will be absent from the list next year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 6, 2016

Soda's new tactic keeps it real with cane sugar

Though consumers say they avoid sweets, their purchase behaviors suggest that they are looking for an alternative to the commonly used high fructose corn syrup.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 4, 2016

Boston Beer taps fast-growing beverage trend with hard seltzer line

This category has taken off for craft brewer Wachusett Brewing, and Spiked Seltzer from Boathouse Beverage LLC, which debuted in 2013.

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 4, 2016

Coca-Cola, PepsiCo go crafty, classy, and musical

Will these attempts be enough to turn soda sales around?

By Carolyn Heneghan • April 1, 2016

PepsiCo's executive changes spark speculation about next CEO: Fortune

Hormel also announced management changes this week.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 31, 2016

Nut milk leads plant-based dairy alternatives product launches

More than 90% of dairy alternatives launched in 2015 were positioned with a health claim.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 30, 2016

General Mills' 301 Inc. leads $1.25M investment in Tio Gazpacho

With this investment, 301 Inc. delves into a new segment that could turn around the soup industry through convenience and better-for-you ingredients.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 30, 2016

As US beverage industry grows, bottled water and RTD coffee lead the pack: report

Only two categories contracted in volume sales, according to a recent report. You know what they are.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 30, 2016

CAVU invests $7M in kombucha brand Health-Ade

Kombucha is being positioned as a better-for-you competitor to soda.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 29, 2016

UPDATE: Coca-Cola discloses additional funding; funded nutrition researcher steps down

Coca-Cola alone disclosed $118.6 million spent on scientific research and health and fitness programs since 2010, as of last September.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 24, 2016

Dean Foods not concerned about new Wal-Mart dairy plant — though its stock fell 12%

It doesn't expect Wal-Mart's plant to impact its national brands, where Dean Foods continues to focus its business.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 23, 2016

AB InBev aims to capitalize on growing Mexican beer segment in US

This is to keep up with the increasing popularity of Mexican imports from competitors like Heineken and Constellation.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 22, 2016

Coca-Cola refocuses business on profitable concentrate sector

Shedding manufacturing and distribution operations will significantly impact both revenue and operating profit margin.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 22, 2016

The great beer divide: Producers' contrasting marketing approaches target broader consumer set

Good timing — major light beer brands saw an uptick in sales in the month ending March 5, according to Nielsen data.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 21, 2016

Bubbly boost: US champagne demand rises as producers expand drinking occasions

Champagne is now a popular summer beverage, though sales had typically been relegated to the last two months of the year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 18, 2016

Why Fairlife could be a billion-dollar frontier for Coca-Cola

Sales of the new beverage sent specialty milk sales soaring 21% last year. Coca-Cola hasn't seen much direct competition from major industry players.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 18, 2016

Nostalgia trend prompts Coca-Cola, PepsiCo to tap into past

This is a counter move to growing concerns about sugar and artificial ingredients in soda.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 15, 2016

Friday Flavors: The food and beverage industry's 'Most Interesting' week in marketing

Plus: It was a case of you win some, you lose some for soda giants Pepsi and Coke this week.

By David Oliver • March 11, 2016

Lifeway's new whole kefir milk varieties aim to tap consumers' interest in full-fat dairy

Lifeway is increasing choices to encourage more interest in the growing probiotics market.

By Carolyn Heneghan • March 11, 2016