Beverages: Page 35


  • Coca-Cola, hard ice tea, Molson Coors
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    Coca-Cola, Molson Coors enter hard iced tea with new launch

    The beverage, under the Peace Tea line, is the third brand the CPG giants have brought into the alcohol space under a partnership, joining Topo Chico and Simply.

    By April 18, 2023
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    Coca-Cola’s Topo Chico Sabores launch aims to broaden reach for mineral water brand

    The new premium sparkling products made with fruit juice and herbal extracts accelerate efforts by the beverage giant to expand distribution and usage occasions for the fast-growing offering.

    By April 18, 2023
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    Top 5 stories from Food Dive

    The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

    By Food Dive staff
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    Molson Coors debuts RTD cocktail Topo Chico Spirited

    The beverage giant is boosting its media spend as it releases the fourth product in its partnership with Coca-Cola.

    By Sara Karlovitch • April 14, 2023
  • Bags of the four varieties of Herr's Sandwi-chips on a red background with white spatter paint.
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    Leftovers: Herr’s adds crunch to condiments; Hershey’s Kisses cozy up to chocolate milk

    The Pennsylvania-based snack maker debuts Sandwi-chips, featuring flavors like ketchup and mustard, and Diageo’s Captain Morgan embraces Madagascar vanilla for the spiced rum.

    By Food Dive Staff • April 14, 2023
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    AB InBev’s Beck’s makes ‘futuristic’ beer using artificial intelligence

    The brew, called Beck’s Autonomous, was selected by AI as its favorite among millions of different flavor combinations it generated.

    By April 13, 2023
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    Plant-based sales hit $8B in 2022

    The segment posted 6.6% growth during a year marked by inflation and supply chain upheaval, which the Plant Based Foods Association says proves its staying power.

    By April 11, 2023
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    The ambitious plan by Hain Celestial’s new CEO to restore growth and evolve the better-for-you food giant

    In her first interview since taking over in January, Wendy Davidson said her strategy at the Greek Gods yogurt and Terra chips maker prioritizes increasing innovation, boosting brand awareness and expanding distribution.

    By April 11, 2023
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    Milk brand a2 debuts grass-fed varieties

    The dairy company is launching an offering it claims contains a higher nutrient profile as sales for grass-fed dairy products grow in popularity with consumers.

    By April 10, 2023
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    GoodBelly maker NextFoods acquires tart cherry beverage Cheribundi

    The merger of the gut health probiotic juice brand and the natural sports recovery drink will expand their reach and production, CEO Marcel Bens said.

    By April 5, 2023
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    Bankrupt Bang likely for sale with Monster the most logical buyer, analyst says

    A Stifel research note said Monster is Bang’s largest creditor in bankruptcy and is a co-rights holder to a 5% perpetual royalty/license for use of the trademark. 

    By April 4, 2023
  • Guinness, beer
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    Diageo to close Maryland Guinness facility, cut about 100 jobs

    The alcohol maker, which opened the location in 2018, said it made the decision to “ensure long term sustainable growth” of its business and to optimize its existing operations.

    By April 4, 2023
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    4 energy drink trends that promise to keep sales surging

    Innovative flavors and healthier options are helping these “affordable luxuries” continue growing even through inflation, experts say.

    By Christine Blank • April 3, 2023
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    Molson Coors launches first bourbon brand with Barmen 1873

    The spirit, which will be co-displayed with the company’s Coors Banquet in some locations, further broadens the company’s portfolio to include other beverages beyond beer amid a change in consumer tastes.

    By April 3, 2023
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    Pepsi embraces maximalism for first visual overhaul in 14 years

    Muted tones are out while electric colors and a new “pulse” motif are in as the brand prepares for its next chapter of digital marketing.

    By Peter Adams • March 28, 2023
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    Diageo names its first woman CEO

    After 10 years at the helm of the Britain-based global alcohol giant, Ivan Menezes will retire in June. His successor is COO Debra Crew.

    By March 28, 2023
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    WSWA calls on Congress to legalize cannabis with alcohol-like regulations

    State laws about the sale of hard beverages should inform legislation dealing with THC and CBD, the trade group said in a letter to Congress last week.

    By March 27, 2023
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    White Claw enters premium vodka as sales for hard seltzer languish

    The beverage manufacturer's venture into spirits comes amid an industrywide wave of new, innovative alcoholic beverages.

    By March 22, 2023
  • Future Farm launched its plant-based Future Burger in the U.S. in July 2021.
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    Why Future Farm is getting into plant-based milk and honey

    The Brazilian company known for its meat analogs is expanding its platform, making plans to provide varieties of many food items found on the farm.

    By March 20, 2023
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    PepsiCo asks suppliers to avoid buying palm oil from major producer in Indonesia

    The food and beverage giant cut ties with Astra Agro Lestari, which has faced allegations of land grabbing and human rights abuses.

    By Ben Unglesbee • March 20, 2023
  • Molson Coors, popsicle
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    Leftovers: March Madness-inspired ice and fire — Coors popsicles and Hormel basketball court-smoked bacon

    The brewer’s frozen treats will be sold online and in select bars as the Big Dance heats up, and B&G provides a way to add the taste of Girl Scout Thin Mints to everything. 

    By Food Dive staff • March 17, 2023
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    Jury sides with Constellation over AB InBev in Corona and Modelo hard seltzer dispute

    A jury agreed Constellation’s license to distribute the beers allowed it to enter into other alcoholic beverage categories such as Corona Hard Seltzer and Modelo Ranch Water, Reuters reports.

    By March 16, 2023
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    Inside Nestlé‘s long road to improve the sustainability of its packaging footprint

    From Nespresso pods made of paper to Stouffer’s trays made with 30% recycled plastic, the CPG giant is finding novel ways to improve some of the millions of pounds of packaging material it uses annually.

    By March 13, 2023
  • Hidden Valley Van Leeuwen ranch ice cream
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    Leftovers: Van Leeuwen scoops into Hidden Valley Ranch ice cream; Snoop Dogg brews a premium coffee brand

    The premium dessert maker taps the condiments aisle for its latest savory combination, and Kellogg brings two of its most popular brands together with Apple Jacks Pop-Tarts.

    By Food Dive staff • March 10, 2023
  • Bang energy drink
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    Bang Energy’s parent company ousts controversial founder and names interim CEO

    Founder Jack Owoc will no longer run the business, while John DiDonato, currently the chief transformation officer, takes over on a temporary basis.

    By March 10, 2023
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    Why Aloha sees big sustainability potential with its new protein bar

    The brand’s Kona bar is made with Ponova oil, an emulsifier that comes from the beans of the Hawaiian pongamia tree, which helps to repair soil impacted by deforestation.

    By March 9, 2023