Beverages: Page 17
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Coca-Cola relaunches Mexican soft drink brand Barrilitos in California and Texas
The beverage manufacturer said the fruity offering, which first launched in 1938, appeals to consumers craving nostalgia and a connection to heritage and authenticity.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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PepsiCo to shutter 3 more bottling plants, lay off hundreds
The closing of locations in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Georgia comes just days after the beverage giant abruptly shut down a Chicago facility.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 31, 2024 -
Courtesy of Danone
ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Danone creates cold brew energy drink | Fireball bottles the tears of football fans
In other beverage news, V8 partners with Grillo’s Pickles on a bloody mary canned cocktail.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Campari plans to offload some brands amid dampened spirits demand
Priority brands like Aperol and Skyy Vodka will remain within the Italian beverage company's portfolio as it aims to simplify its approach, the CFO told investors.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Thinking outside the can: Del Monte Foods puts Gen Z, millennials in its innovation ‘crosshairs’
The company, known for its signature canned vegetables and fruit cups, is turning to bold flavors and novel products to stay relevant with younger consumers.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Jones Soda loses another CEO as turnover continues
The beverage company will be run by its chairman on an interim basis as it searches for another executive to take over the top post.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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Diageo doubles nonalcoholic Guinness production
The Irish brewer said increased investment will help grow the reach of Guinness 0.0 as consumers increasingly opt to moderate their drinking.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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PepsiCo to shutter Chicago bottling plant, laying off more than 100 workers
The union representing the employees sharply criticized the closure, noting that the beverage giant failed to provide the required 60-day notice.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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Deep DivePolitical donations from 15 of the largest US food and beverage makers plunge
Contributions from entities associated with these companies totaled $4.5 million during the 2024 election cycle compared to $8.2 million four years ago.
By Christopher Doering , Jasmine Ye Han • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Keurig Dr Pepper to buy energy drink brand Ghost for more than $1B
The acquisition expands the beverage giant’s presence in the fast-growing category and deepens a portfolio that also includes water, soda, coffee and juice.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: V8 Energy warms up for winter | NYC startup aims to be the ‘light beer of hard seltzer’
In other beverage news, Best Day Brewing says its total investments in 2024 have risen to $22.5 million as consumer interest in non-alcoholic beers continues to grow.
By Food Dive staff • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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Molson Coors completes 4-year upgrade of Colorado brewery
The Coors Banquet brewer said the modernization effort will result in less waste and help it save money.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Deep DiveThe stealthy snacking giant behind Dippin’ Dots, Icee and other treats
While J&J Snack Foods may not be a household name, the company has drawn praise for its “unique collection” of category-leading brands and nearly recession-proof business model.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Nestlé overhauls senior leadership, operating structure amid slowing sales
The changes come as the world's largest food company cut its growth outlook for the full year and warned of sluggish consumer demand.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Spider-Man’s Tom Holland swoops into nonalcoholic beer | Bottled water demand explodes
In other beverage news, cannabis drink brands launched a trade group this week with Washington, D.C. lobbyists in order to influence federal legislation.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Wine sales slump as long-term decline continues
Several large beverage companies, seeing losses in their wine operations, have turned to premium offerings to cater to a more niche audience willing to pay more.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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How a third-generation farmer turned his small family apple farm into a $54M cider business
Blake’s Hard Cider, which has grown to be a multi-million dollar national business, developed out of a 77-year-old apple farm in Michigan.
By Jennifer Lawinski • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Kraft Heinz ‘betting big’ on reaching consumers away from home
The ketchup and Mac & Cheese maker said its foodservice unit is “an integral strategic building block” to growing its business and raising brand awareness.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Q&ANespresso’s marketing and sustainability maven on her dual role
Jessica Padula discussed acting like a luxury brand and how to navigate growing ESG backlash at Advertising Week New York.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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Tilray CEO optimistic about cannabis legalization after election
The Canadian company believes its marijuana-infused products are positioned to benefit no matter the outcome in November.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Sip: Keurig Dr Pepper serves Shirley Temple 7UP | Constellation taps CPG veteran as executive VP
In other beverage news, a new player in the whiskey category hopes to stand out with the help of a bourbon trailblazer.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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Q&APepsiCo Foods creative chief on in-housing and ‘borderless’ content
Chris Bellinger discussed the demands of an always-on content strategy and bringing back Doritos’ “Crash the Super Bowl” at Advertising Week.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Liquid Death names former PepsiCo, Coca-Cola exec to lead retail expansion
The appointment of Mike Fine comes as sales for the fast-growing beverage company hit a record $303 million for the year ending in June.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Courtesy of Chobani
Chobani expands high protein presence with new yogurt
The food manufacturer is appealing to a large audience with an abundance of the popular nutrient, natural ingredients and no added sugar.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 8, 2024 -
Courtesy of Duckhorn Portfolio
Butterfly Equity to buy Duckhorn Portfolio wines for nearly $2B
The deal is part of a larger consolidation in the high-end wine category as brands adapt to harsh market conditions and changing consumer tastes.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 7, 2024
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