Beverages: Page 36
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Q&AHow Smucker’s coffee brands keep sales and innovation percolating
Joe Stanziano, who runs the segment, talked to Food Dive about how Folgers, Dunkin’ and Café Bustelo continue to lure generations of consumers in for another cup.
By Megan Poinski • May 17, 2023 -
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Boycott narrows Bud Light’s lead in the premium beer category
Sales of the AB InBev-owned brew have fallen and the brand has lost ground to offerings from Molson Coors and Yuengling following its promotion with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
By Christopher Doering • May 16, 2023 -
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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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Corona owner Constellation Brands takes minority stake in sparkling brand Töst
The investment in the nonalcoholic offering will allow the Mexican beer giant to reach a wider variety of drinking occasions and increase its presence in premium products.
By Christopher Doering • May 15, 2023 -
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Keurig Dr Pepper turns up the heat on iced coffee with new line of machines
The K-Iced platform, which allows consumers to switch from hot to cold beverages and control the size of the drink, comes as 73% of Gen Z consumers between 18 and 24 drink iced coffee weekly.
By Christopher Doering • May 12, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Dos Equis leans into low-alcohol trend with new beer; Flipz twists into State Fair pretzels
The Heineken-owned brand adds to its RTD beverage line ahead of summer, and Folk Revival turns to the trees to upcycle acorns into microwaveable hot cereal cups.
By Food Dive staff • May 12, 2023 -
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Alcohol purchasing trends are changing — here’s what the numbers say
As consumers increasingly opt for at-home drinking, many are leaning toward experimentation and more sophisticated nonalcoholic options.
By Sara Karlovitch • May 10, 2023 -
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Coca-Cola to build $650M Fairlife plant in New York state
The 745,000-square-foot dairy facility, which is expected to create up to 250 new jobs, should be operational by the fourth quarter of 2025.
By Christopher Doering • May 9, 2023 -
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Oatly to boost its president to CEO
Jean-Christophe Flatin will take the helm at the Swedish oat milk company on June 1, while current leader Toni Petersson will transition to co-chairperson of the board of directors.
By Megan Poinski • May 9, 2023 -
Courtesy of Molson Coors
ColumnLeftovers: Miller High Life infuses beer into chocolate; Twisted Tea blasts off with a popsicle-inspired drink
The Molson Coors-owned brand and chocolatier Phillip Ashley mix the brew into Bar Snack Truffles, and allergy-friendly brand Partake brings a campfire treat to s’more consumers.
By Food Dive staff • May 5, 2023 -
Courtesy of Better Juice
How Better Juice and Louis Dreyfus Company use science to cut sugar in beverages
The two businesses have developed enzymatic processes that turn natural sugars into beneficial nutrients — and, they say, keep drinks sweet.
By Megan Poinski • May 4, 2023 -
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Michelle Obama launches healthier food and beverage company aimed at children
Plezi Nutrition's first drink has 75% less sugar than average leading fruit juices, no added sugar, plus fiber and nutrients. The startup plans to expand into additional products.
By Christopher Doering • May 4, 2023 -
Courtesy of Nestlé
Nestlé ponders the future of New Jersey instant coffee plant with 227 workers
A spokesperson with the CPG giant said the facility, which opened in 1948, “is limited based on its age, flexibility and ability to meet growing consumer demand in a cost-effective way.”
By Christopher Doering • May 3, 2023 -
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Absolut and Ocean Spray partner to release RTD drink in 2024
The cranberry juice maker is the latest nonalcoholic firm to enter the category through a partnership with a booze maker, joining Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Vita Coco.
By Christopher Doering • May 2, 2023 -
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ColumnLeftovers: Kellogg chills out with Icee cereal; Boston Beer signs up for signature cocktails
The breakfast giant’s new collaboration features flavors inspired by the slushie, and marshmallow brand Stuffed Puffs makes its way into the dessert aisle with ice cream products made by Blue Bunny.
By Food Dive staff • April 21, 2023 -
Courtesy of Coca-Cola
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 Christopher Doering • 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 Christopher Doering • April 18, 2023 -
Courtesy of Molson Coors
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 -
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ColumnLeftovers: 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 -
Courtesy of AB InBev
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 Christopher Doering • April 13, 2023 -
Courtesy of Danone
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 Megan Poinski • April 11, 2023 -
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Deep DiveThe 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 Christopher Doering • 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 Chris Casey • 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 Megan Poinski • 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 Christopher Doering • April 4, 2023 -
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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 Christopher Doering • April 4, 2023
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