The future is functional beverages, drink firm predicts

In its 2020 predictions, Imbibe says the new year will see innovations through holistic wellness, personalization and new experiences.

By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 6, 2019

Why Koios says nootropics are the 'next frontier' of functional beverages

The drinks, which have ingredients intended to improve cognitive abilities, are in more than 4,300 stores. CEO Chris Miller wants to triple that in 2020.

By Lillianna Byington • Dec. 5, 2019

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Mergers and acquisitions

Declining sales and slowing consumption have more companies divesting brands, opening the door for smaller players and private equity firms to expand their portfolios.  

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BJ's adds premium spirits to private label line

The retailer's Wellsley Farms brand now includes vodka, Canadian whisky and Irish whiskey.

By Krishna Thakker • Dec. 5, 2019

Is a coffee shortage percolating?

A new report from the International Coffee Organization says consumption is expected to exceed production next year as drought impacts the bean supply and demand keeps growing.

By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 5, 2019

White Claw, Impossible Foods and Kind Snacks are among 2019's fastest growing brands

The food and beverage industry dominated Morning Consult's annual rankings, with 11 of the top 20 spots going to CPG brands and delivery services.

By Lillianna Byington • Dec. 5, 2019

Constellation tosses Ballast Point to a Chicago-based craft brewer

In announcing the sale to Kings & Convicts Brewing Co., the alcohol giant's CEO Bill Newlands said trends have changed dramatically since the company bought the brand for $1 billion in 2015.

By Megan Poinski • Dec. 4, 2019

Molson Coors moves beyond beer with hard coffee launch

As the popularity of core brews such as Coors Light and Miller Lite wanes, the beverage giant has been expanding into other alcoholic options to grow.

By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 3, 2019

Flying Embers hard kombucha raises $25M, setting sights on disrupting the beer industry

The fermented beverage company also announced it closed deals with 70 distributors across 30 states to get its beverage on shelves.

By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 25, 2019

Leftovers: Hidden Valley Ranch stuffs stockings with dressing; Blue Diamond goes nuts for pickles

As the holidays grow nearer, the Clorox-owned brand made the perfect gift for lovers of the ubiquitous sauce, while Goya launches a campaign to bring coquito's Caribbean flavor to the season.

By Food Dive staff • Nov. 22, 2019

How Dean Foods' bankruptcy is a 'warning sign' to the milk industry

Struggling with debt and changing consumer demands, ​the largest dairy producer in the U.S. filed for Chapter 11. Food Dive looks at how the company got here and what's next for the sector.

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 21, 2019

Israeli startup launches chickpea protein products for dairy alternatives

ChickP said its products provide similar mouthfeel and nutritional profile as cow's milk when used in plant-based dairy and yogurt.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 20, 2019

Bud Light Seltzer hits shelves next year as AB InBev invests $100M in the segment

The new drink will join the mega-brewer's two other brands: Natural Light Seltzer and Bon & Viv.

By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 20, 2019

Molson Coors invests in L.A. Libations beverage incubator

The beer giant reportedly took a 49% stake in the company that has served as an accelerator for brands such as BodyArmor and Core Nutrition.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 19, 2019

Why was Quaker Oat Beverage discontinued?

The PepsiCo brand may have failed because of its packaging, name, health claims — or its taste.

By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 18, 2019

Chobani goes all oat with new yogurt and milk launches

After disrupting the category 12 years ago with its Greek offering, the company is now using the cereal grain to strengthen its market dominance, while adding milk and a dairy creamer.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 18, 2019

After the summer's hard seltzer spike, will the segment lose its fizz?

This year, market leader White Claw saw exploding sales and even a shortage — and legacy brewers are trying to cash in on what they hope is a lasting trend.

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 14, 2019

Pepsi debuts limited-edition non-alcoholic sparkling rosé cola

The soda giant is teaming up with the TV network Bravo to launch the trendy beverage this weekend at its inaugural convention in New York City.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 14, 2019

Ocean Spray to settle 'no artificial flavors' lawsuit for $5.4M

If the agreement is approved, the company will stop using the claim on its CranApple and CranGrape products within a year. 

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 13, 2019

Bolthouse Farms chief rebuilding company after 'wrong marriage' to Campbell Soup

Jeff Dunn, who worked with a private equity firm to acquire the brand earlier this year, said the maker of fresh carrots and refrigerated juices is rapidly innovating and ideally positioned to benefit from demand for plant-based products.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 13, 2019

AB InBev buys remaining stake in Craft Brew Alliance for $321M

The beer giant, which announced the deal in November, said it would sell the Kona Brewing operations in Hawaii to "expedite the regulatory review process."

By Christopher Doering • Updated June 16, 2020

Dean Foods files for bankruptcy and is in 'advanced discussions' for sale

"Despite our best efforts to make our business more agile and cost-efficient, we continue to be impacted by a challenging operating environment," CEO Eric Beringause said in a release. 

By Lillianna Byington • Nov. 12, 2019

Will quinoa milk see market success?

The business developer of Oatly and Swebol Biotech have collaborated with scientists to develop the Quiny brand, which will be sold in South America.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 12, 2019

Coca-Cola's Aha moment: New sparkling water brand debuts in March

The soda giant's first major launch since 2006 will replace Dasani Sparkling and be in eight fusion flavors, two with 30 mg of added caffeine.

By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 8, 2019

Leftovers: Pringles makes turducken that pops, soda-flavored Snack Packs hit shelves

Kellogg's latest iteration of the Thanksgiving dinner snack crisps tackles an over-the-top poultry extravaganza, and Lipton wants to help stressed-out consumers steep in heavenly peace this holiday.

By Food Dive staff • Nov. 8, 2019

Brew Dr. Kombucha faces 2nd class action lawsuit over probiotic bacteria labeling

Even though the beverage maker has already made changes to accurately reflect levels of the bacteria, this new case seeks retroactive damages.

By Jessi Devenyns • Nov. 7, 2019