Beverages: Page 2
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ColumnLeftovers: Elmhurst launches hemp creamer; Triscuit cracks into clusters
The company that ditched its cows to follow the plant-based trend creates a way for people to enjoy their morning beverage with hemp and sugar, and functional coffee gets supercharged with vitamins.
By Food Dive staff • March 15, 2019 -
Is LaCroix losing its fizz?
The CEO of National Beverage Corporation, which makes the sparkling water brand, blamed "injustice" for its disappointing third-quarter sales.
By Cathy Siegner • March 11, 2019 -
From CBD to plant based: 4 trends that dominated Expo West in 2019
The topics were among those prominent at the five-day conference in California that included thousands of exhibitors launching new products and panel discussions on what's next for food and beverages.
By Lillianna Byington • March 11, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: On (Mayo)cue, Kraft Heinz launches new sauces; Marathon-inspired beer goes the distance
The CPG giant does what it thinks it (Mayo)must with internal innovation, and Frito-Lay shoots Cheetos Flamin' Hot Asteroids back into the atmosphere.
By Food Dive staff • March 08, 2019 -
Brown-Forman taps into data analytics to launch rye whiskey brand
The maker of Jack Daniel's, Old Forester and Woodford Reserve used consumer, production and sales data to determine if the U.S. market had room for another beverage line.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 28, 2019 -
Dairy group urges FDA to crack down on use of terms on non-milk products
The National Milk Producers Federation said agency rules require products to use the word "imitation" if they reference a standardized dairy food but don't have the same nutritional value.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 28, 2019 -
OpinionTop takeaways from TTB's proposed labeling modernization: What alcoholic beverage companies need to know
The primary goal is to make rules simpler and clearer for business owners so compliance will be easier. Three members of Hogan Lovells IP practice explain what's in the proposal and how to comment on it.
By Brendan Quinn, Veronica Colas and Andrea DiSandro • Feb. 27, 2019 -
Dean Foods explores 'strategic alternatives,' including sale
The company, which owns more than 50 dairy brands, private labels and legacy products, reported a net income loss of $260.1 million in fourth quarter earnings Wednesday.
By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 27, 2019 -
Why lab-created milk is a threat to dairy farmers
While plant-based alternatives are stealing market share from creameries, California-based Perfect Day could hold the key to the largest decline of all.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 26, 2019 -
Glyphosate is in most beer and wine, study says
On the same day a federal trial against Roundup owner Bayer started, the report from U.S. PIRG recommends that use of the weed killer be banned.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 26, 2019 -
How effective are soda taxes in reducing consumption of sugary drinks?
Four years after the first tax was implemented, researchers are looking to see if they work well in the long term.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 25, 2019 -
Kraft Heinz considers options for Maxwell House, including sale
CNBC said the 127-year old brand, which could fetch $3 billion from a buyer, may be the first in a series of divestitures for the troubled CPG giant.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 25, 2019 -
Califia Farms to unveil line of protein-enriched oat beverages
The company will debut three varieties of its Übermilk beverage this spring, all with less sugar and more fiber, calcium and vitamin D than the same amount of 2% dairy milk.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 22, 2019 -
Canopy Growth CEO: Cannabis hasn't caught the attention of Big Food — yet
While beer and tobacco have looked into marijuana, Bruce Linton said the substance hasn't had a significantly disruptive impact on most CPG companies.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 20, 2019 -
Hormel to sell its CytoSport business to Pepsi
The company is selling the Muscle Milk maker to the soft drink and snacks giant for $465 million.
By Lillianna Byington • UPDATED: Feb. 21, 2019 at 10 a.m. -
Danone taps portfolio of 'tools and weapons' to serve changing consumer tastes
Mariano Lozano, CEO of the French giant's North American operations, said the company benefits from its diverse set of options, including probiotics, grass-fed, organic, non-GMO, low sugar, plant-based and traditional dairy.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 19, 2019 -
Can whole milk in schools help the dairy industry?
A new bill in the House of Representatives seeks to add the beverage to cafeteria menus nationwide, but it's unclear if it could turn the tide for the ailing segment.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 19, 2019 -
What is 'milk'? Danone and Chobani take opposing viewpoints
While both companies are known for their yogurt, the one with a large plant-based arm feels there is no consumer confusion, while the other sharply disagrees.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 15, 2019 -
Colleges tap growing need for beer industry education
Demand for a more skilled workforce is spurring states and their higher ed institutions to develop opportunities for brewers to level up.
By Hallie Busta • Feb. 15, 2019 -
ColumnLeftovers: Chicken and Waffles come to cereal, chocolate milk for adults
Post once again shakes up the cereal aisle — this time with flavors from two savory brunch staples; Reese's offers words of encouragement with a peanut butter bar.
By Food Dive staff • Feb. 15, 2019 -
Devils Backbone brings beer packaging to life with AR
The craft brewer invites mobile users to immerse themselves in 3D animation while enjoying a cold one.
By Robert Williams • Feb. 14, 2019 -
Coca-Cola soda sales slide in Q4 as 2019 outlook disappoints
Despite a drop in its core sparkling business, the beverage giant benefited from growth in coffee, water, sports drinks and teas.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 14, 2019 -
Bye-bye beans: Atomo Coffee recreates the classic drink from the molecular level
The startup has its eyes on sustainability, threats to crops from global warming and using science to create a better-tasting cup of joe.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 14, 2019 -
AB InBev launches Ritas Spritz to target more female consumers
Amid an industry-wide slowdown, the brewer's newest product targets women in hopes of actively persuading the demographic to purchase more beverages.
By Jessi Devenyns • Feb. 13, 2019 -
Too mellow? How companies try to speed the cannabis beer buzz
Developing consumer-friendly infused drinks is a challenge because alcohol absorbs into the bloodstream faster.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 12, 2019
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