Beverages: Page 106
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How WhiteWave's Silk brand is tapping nutty combinations for plant-based drinks expansion
WhiteWave has focused on innovation in the plant-based category, which grew sales by 29% last year.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 25, 2016 -
What Monster's $690M flavor ingredients supplier acquisition means for the industry
Having direct access to new flavor technologies equals more control over flavor development, which could lead to new flavor categories in the energy drinks segment.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 25, 2016 -
Trendline
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.
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Giving the industry a buzz: Caffeinated water poised to disrupt soda, energy drink segments
As functional foods and beverages become more common, legislators express concerns about caffeine overconsumption.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 24, 2016 -
Dean Foods rides favorable commodity prices amid pressure from alternative dairy competition
Milk prices will keep falling for the next few years, but producers also have to balance those gains with lower demand.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 22, 2016 -
Nomva closes $3M funding round in surging cold-pressed juice category
Major manufacturers like Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Hain Celestial, and WhiteWave Foods have also recognized the potential in the cold-pressed juice segment.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 22, 2016 -
How PepsiMojis connect retail, digital marketing and target younger demographics
Consumers can understand and share a smiley face on a soda bottle in any language — and that's what PepsiCo is counting on.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 22, 2016 -
In saturated market, AB InBev ups media spending to keep Lime-A-Rita in the moment
The strategy is in line with other experience-based campaigns that are taking shape in the food and beverage industry.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 19, 2016 -
Will startup using palatinose disrupt the sports drink category?
The makers say the drink is for “serious athletes, not the mass consumer;” however, industry giants are once again focusing on athletes.
By Rachel Duran • Feb. 18, 2016 -
SodaStream finds a solution in sparkling water, surpasses expectations
Thanks to rebranding efforts and restructuring initiatives, profits are back in the black.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 18, 2016 -
Dr Pepper Snapple beats competitors with success from non-carbonated beverages
Sales saw a 2% jump for the quarter, as compared to sales declines for chief competitors Coca-Cola and PepsiCo.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 17, 2016 -
Gatorade targets athletes and tightens grip on sports drink industry
Weather. Innovation. Athletes. That's the winning formula, says PepsiCo CEO.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 17, 2016 -
Daily Greens closes on $5.5M investment from unnamed investor
High pressure processing is becoming more prevalent as more major manufacturers invest in companies employing the technology.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 16, 2016 -
Bottled water posts strong growth; how long will pattern continue?
Soda's reign as top U.S. beverage may be coming to an end, though environmental concerns could impact bottled water consumption.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 15, 2016 -
Big data brew: Analytics used to create craft beer
Havas Helia used analytics to try and create a beer that captured the spirit and optimism of a new year.
By Justine Brown • Feb. 11, 2016 -
Why PepsiCo M&A speculation is captivating the industry
All eyes are on PepsiCo after its Chobani offer fell through.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 11, 2016 -
Ganeden jumpstarts probiotic products with Shark Tank-like contest
Funding and resources will go to the winner of the innovative program.
By Rachel Duran • Feb. 10, 2016 -
What the 'zero' Coca-Cola trademark case means for diet soda branding
A win in the case could enable Coca-Cola to weed out its many competitors that also use "zero" in their product name, particularly Dr Pepper Snapple, which is challenging the mark.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 10, 2016 -
How Coca-Cola's global soda volumes growth could signal category turnaround
Global soda volumes saw a 2% uptick, despite growing concerns about sugar consumption.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 9, 2016 -
Deep Dive
6 beverage packaging trends bubbling up in the industry
"The larger manufacturers are really good at matching up who needs what, when, and they will develop packaging to fit that need state," said the principal of market structure at IRI Worldwide.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 8, 2016 -
Another CA city soda tax proposal means more industry intervention
Davis, CA is just one of a number of city governments that may consider a soda tax this year, so beverage manufacturers and industry associations will need lobbying and marketing funds at the ready.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Why spirits market share growth is outpacing the beer industry
American whiskey continues to climb, and premiumization and innovation are key.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 3, 2016 -
Why probiotics, plant-based protein are the next go-to sports drink ingredients
GoodBelly has developed protein shakes made with high levels of probiotics and plant-based proteins, which provide functionality and smooth texture.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Feb. 2, 2016 -
Coca-Cola launches new Diet Coke campaign — enough to revive sales?
The brand is in need of a turnaround after sales fell 8% last quarter. Diet soda sales overall have consistently declined.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 28, 2016 -
Ganeden, Jùs by Julie debut another use for vegan probiotics — cold brew coffee
Ready-to-drink cold brew coffees may be getting closer to the mainstream.
By Rachel Duran • Jan. 27, 2016 -
It's a small world after all: Mini cans prove smart investment for soda industry
Of course, the higher prices per ounce for smaller packaging helped offset volume declines.
By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 27, 2016
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