Beverages: Page 14
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Diageo to build $415M alcohol plant in Alabama
The Guinness maker is expanding operations in the South, saying the facility will improve its sustainability footprint and reduce transportation times.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 3, 2025 -
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Nestlé opens $675M beverage factory, distribution center in Arizona
The facility, which is creating 300 jobs, will produce creamers for several brands, including Coffee mate, Natural Bliss and Starbucks.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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What food and beverage stakeholders need to know for 2025
Analysts say the adoption of GLP-1 drugs, the expansion of AI and the growth of multi-billion-dollar M&A deals chart an unpredictable path for the industry this year.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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Molson Coors buys minority stake in Fever-Tree mixers
The Coors Light manufacturer’s 8.5% stake in the nonalcoholic carbonated mixer further builds on its long-term strategy of increasing its exposure beyond beer.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 31, 2025 -
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Aji Amarillo pepper to enter more food and beverage items, McCormick says
Grown in Peru, the ingredient features fruity, tropical notes with moderate heat. It is used in everything from seafood and poultry to sauces and salsas.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 30, 2025 -
Courtesy of Danone
ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Dunkin’ levels up at-home coffee with cold foam | White wine outpaces red
In other beverage news, Suntory is shaking up its RTD cocktail lineup with a bar-inspired Lemon Drop Martini.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 30, 2025 -
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Celsius positioning beverage as a ‘lifestyle’ brand with products that go beyond energy
The company’s first major portfolio expansion is a hydration offering, with plans to enter other categories that connect it with more consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 29, 2025 -
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How a 40-year beer veteran helped Spider-Man’s Tom Holland launch nonalcoholic Bero
The company’s brewmaster said it has ample room to expand as consumer interest in alcohol-free products grows and larger beer companies fail to fully back their offerings.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 28, 2025 -
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Slice Soda returns to shelves as healthier offering
The beverage, once owned by PepsiCo, is tapping into consumer interest in nostalgia and better-for-you products made with real ingredients, probiotics and low amounts of sugar.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 28, 2025 -
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Coca-Cola taps into nostalgia with launch of Orange Cream flavor
The beverage, which reaches stores on Feb. 10, was developed following consumer demand. It is expected to remain on shelves until early 2026.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 27, 2025 -
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How Dogfish Head uses social-first marketing as craft beer tides change
The Boston Beer-owned brewery leaned into Quitter’s Day. It doled out participation medals and beer money to launch a new light IPA.
By Chris Kelly • Jan. 24, 2025 -
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The Campbell’s Company names new exec to head meals and beverage unit
Food industry veteran Risa Cretella will oversee a division with more than $5 billion in sales from brands including Rao’s, V8 and Swanson.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 24, 2025 -
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Non-GMO Project debuts label highlighting foods without ultra-processed ingredients
The organization said the packaging classification could help consumers identify better-for-you food and beverages.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 23, 2025 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Pepsi taps nostalgia for new flavor | Nonalcoholic Töst enters cans
In other beverage news, a protein water maker is hoping its reformulation will catch the attention of fitness-minded consumers.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 23, 2025 -
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The alcohol industry seeks to brew sales growth beyond beer
Manufacturers of Miller High Life and Bud Light are moving into other categories like energy drinks, RTD cocktails and nonalcoholic products to remain relevant as consumer tastes change.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 23, 2025 -
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Danone’s yogurt sales surge among US consumers using GLP-1 drugs
Oikos and its other popular brands are seeing a spike in demand as people taking the weight-loss medications turn to the portion-controlled snacks to meet their nutritional needs.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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Q&AInside the evolution of Danone’s Stōk
The fast-growing beverage has expanded into a cappuccino-inspired cold brew, seasonal flavors and energy, bringing new usage occasions and consumers to the brand.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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Molson Coors refuses bid by Leinenkugel’s family to buy back plant
The Coors Light producer said it plans to use the Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, facility as a pilot brewery.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 21, 2025 -
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PepsiCo sued by FTC for allegedly ‘rigging’ soft drink prices
The agency claims the soda giant gave “unfair” pricing advantages to a larger retailer, forcing consumers to pay more at competing stores. Pepsi “strongly disputes” the allegations.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 17, 2025 -
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Spindrift names former Boston Beer head as CEO, sells majority stake to PE firm
The 15-year-old brand has become popular with consumers who are lowering their sugar intake while prioritizing recognizable ingredients — all without sacrificing a fizzy mouthfeel.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 16, 2025 -
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Anheuser-Busch to launch energy drink through Dana White-backed partnership
Phorm Energy, a collaboration with sports nutrition and supplements company 1st Phorm, is expected to debut this summer.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 16, 2025 -
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Jack Daniel’s owner to close barrel-making plant, cut more than 600 jobs
The restructuring by Brown-Forman, which is expected to generate up to $80 million in annual savings, comes as inflation and changing consumer tastes cut into spirits sales.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 16, 2025 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Nescafé bets big on cold coffee | Curaleaf cracks open THC seltzer
In other beverage news, nonalcoholic beer brand Partake is diversifying its product lineup with fruity hop water.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 16, 2025 -
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Constellation Brands pins hopes on Mexican beers as spirits sales decline
As uncertainty looms around potential tariffs, the brewer’s CEO expressed optimism about the outlook for Modelo, Corona and Pacifico.
By Chris Casey • Jan. 14, 2025 -
Keurig Dr Pepper creates energy drink exec role in leadership refresh
The company also named Eric Gorli as president of its $9 billion U.S. refreshment beverage operation, which includes soft drinks, tea and water.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 14, 2025
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