Beverages: Page 3
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Danone to buy protein and fiber food maker Huel
The Oikos parent is purchasing the powders and ready-to-drink beverage producer for a reported $1.2 billion, enhancing its presence in functional and complete nutrition.
By Christopher Doering • March 23, 2026 -
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Fireball owner buys canned cocktail brand Dirty Shirley
The acquisition builds out Sazerac’s RTD portfolio, which has been expanding since it acquired BuzzBallz two years ago.
By Laurel Deppen • March 23, 2026 -
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TrendlineInside the functional beverage frenzy
Major companies like PepsiCo and Monster are adding ingredients to boost emotional or physical wellness as consumers demand more out of their drinks.
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ColumnLeftovers: Clif chews on energy bites | Jimmy Dean bulks up protein offerings
The snack bar brand wants to deepen its presence in the energy space, while craft brewer Dogfish Head bets big on RTD.
By Food Dive staff • March 20, 2026 -
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‘Not all proteins are created equal’: Inside PepsiCo’s approach to functional ingredients
The snacks giant is ensuring that cleaner ingredients don’t compromise taste or color, especially as consumers send mixed messages around what they want.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated March 19, 2026 -
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Hydration for her: Coconut water brand Greater Than pivots to reach more women
The brand is unveiling a new formula and look as it aims to shake up the traditional hydration category.
By Laurel Deppen • March 17, 2026 -
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USDA sued over state SNAP restrictions on candy, soda
Consumers bringing the lawsuit claim that the limits in their five states violate federal law and hurt both shoppers and retailers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 16, 2026 -
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An ‘everyday choice’: Celsius surges as energy drinks become ‘mainstream’
CEO John Fieldly said more consumers are turning to the beverages as a companion to meals, an alcohol alternative and even when taking GLP-1s.
By Christopher Doering • March 16, 2026 -
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Sponsored by BELAYProfitable growth is getting harder for CPG brands. Here’s where to look first.
Growth is up. Margins are down. Six ways CPG leaders can protect profit.
March 16, 2026 -
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Craft beer’s push into cans is leveling off, Brewers Association says
The conversion from glass bottles to cans may be reaching its ceiling, according to the trade group’s staff economist. Meanwhile, impacts from tariffs are still playing out.
By Maria Rachal • March 13, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Chomps chomps on chicken | Twizzlers sip from dirty soda trend
The fast-growing meat stick brand said the launch marks a “major evolution” for the company, while Surfside owner Stateside Brands releases a sports drink inspired canned cocktail.
By Food Dive staff • March 13, 2026 -
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Reformulation surge prompts Ingredion to reasses how it does business
With more food companies wanting to add protein or create clean-label products, the 120-year-old ingredient supplier has to be more selective about which categories it participates in.
By Christopher Doering • March 12, 2026 -
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George Clooney regroups with Casamigos founders on new nonalcoholic beer
After selling their tequila brand for $1 billion, the trio is back in the beverage business with Crazy Mountain.
By Laurel Deppen • March 10, 2026 -
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Beyond drops ‘Meat’ from name as it broadens ambitions for plant-based proteins
The change comes as the company enters the beverage space and looks to fulfill “a range of consumer protein needs over time,” according to a spokesperson.
By Christopher Doering • March 6, 2026 -
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Celebrity-studded Caliwater bets cactus is next big wave in hydration
Despite a roster of investors including Demi Lovato and Benson Boone, the brand hopes to scale by focusing its messaging around taste.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated March 9, 2026 -
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Grocery prices are set to rise in 2026
Prices are projected to increase faster for beef, non-alcoholic beverages and sugar and sweets, according to the USDA.
By Sam Silverstein • March 5, 2026 -
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The challenger brands eating Big Food’s lunch
Insurgent brands such as LesserEvil, Chomps and Kodiak drove 25% of growth in the food sector in 2025, according to Bain & Company.
By Christopher Doering • March 5, 2026 -
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Shock Top owner Tilray buys craft brewer BrewDog for $44M
The purchase of the struggling UK beer brand is set to grow the alcohol and cannabis company’s global beverage revenue to $500 million annually.
By Christopher Doering • March 4, 2026 -
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A ‘catalyst for change’: How Waiākea is pioneering sustainable packaging in bottled water
The Hawaiʻi-based brand said it is the first company in the world to print labels with algae-based inks, adding its climate values help it stand out.
By Laurel Deppen • March 4, 2026 -
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Why Keurig is finally introducing its own coffee after nearly 30 years
The homebrewing system is hoping its namesake brew will attract more consumers to the brand and tap into demand for premium products.
By Christopher Doering • March 2, 2026 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Johnsonville cracks open Dr Pepper sausage | Founders taps TikTok for first RTD cocktail
The meat producer is linking with the soda giant for an unusual collaboration, while Glen Powell’s Smash Kitchen enters the snack aisle.
By Food Dive staff • Feb. 27, 2026 -
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Beyond Meat expands protein drinks after promising test launch
The plant-based company is rolling out four new flavors and said the beverage represents its “next chapter.”
By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 27, 2026 -
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Candy and soda makers prepare to ‘play offense’ on SNAP restrictions
With more states limiting what consumers can buy with food assistance benefits, Hershey and Keurig Dr Pepper are closely monitoring the potential sales impact.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 26, 2026 -
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What BodyArmor’s NCAA deal means for Coca-Cola’s hydration portfolio
CMO Tom Gargiulo explains how the sport drink’s refreshed “Choose Better” campaign will be activated around the March Madness tournament.
By Chris Kelly • Feb. 26, 2026 -
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JM Smucker adds 2 board members in deal with activist investor
Elliott Investment Management said the agreement comes after “constructive engagement” with the Uncrustables maker, which has faced higher coffee prices and challenges with its Hostess acquisition.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 26, 2026 -
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Barefoot wine owner to close winery, lay off 93 workers across business
E & J Gallo Winery is downsizing as the alcohol category remains challenged by an aging consumer base and declining consumption.
By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 25, 2026
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