Monster Beverage settles class action suit over 'natural' claim

The company denied the claims, but plans to reimburse those who bought certain drinks that used artificial ingredients despite its "natural" label. 

By Jessi Devenyns • July 17, 2018

As consumers move online, food and beverage makers struggle to adapt

With 20% of all grocery sales expected to come from the web by 2022, CPG companies are scrambling to build an effective sales infrastructure for e-commerce.

By Christopher Doering • July 17, 2018

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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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Soda makers drink up new exotic flavors

Pepsi and Coca-Cola are experimenting with new varieties, such as ginger and cucumber, in a bid to regain market share. 

By Cathy Siegner • July 16, 2018

Drinks get energized with healthier ingredients

Busier lifestyles are driving consumers to seek these beverages — but they're also looking for health benefits.

By Patti Zarling • July 16, 2018

Coke debuts 'One Last Summer' docuseries on Gen Z

The effort includes four 10-minute episodes that highlight friends' summertime adventures — all while sipping on the soft drink.

By Erica Sweeney • July 13, 2018

Dean Foods to close two plants, lay off 207 employees

Job losses are scheduled to begin in September. They are being blamed in part on Walmart's new milk processing facility, which opened in June in Indiana.

By Cathy Siegner • July 12, 2018

Spindrift sparkling water taps 'superfan' Kristen Bell for first national campaign

The brand looks to differentiate its product in a crowded category by emphasizing its real fruit ingredients and taking subtle jabs at competitors. 

By Erica Sweeney • July 12, 2018

When it comes to caffeine, could less be more?

Beverage startup Tempo is separating itself from high-voltage coffees and energy drinks by offering tea that gradually releases the stimulant, preventing the dreaded crash. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 12, 2018

Fiji Water to end distribution partnership with Keurig Dr Pepper

Analysts speculate that Fiji's departure from the newly merged company could be followed by the loss of other brands, including BodyArmor, with Coca-Cola a potential buyer.

By Cathy Siegner • July 12, 2018

PepsiCo looks to generate buzz with new Hive incubator

The manufacturer joins other CPG companies such as Kellogg, Campbell Soup and Conagra who have made similar investments to uncover hot new products.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 11, 2018

Organic Valley repurposes influencers' videos to promote ghee

The campaign includes YouTube content in which mentions of butter or oil are "censored" and replaced with the word "ghee."

By Erica Sweeney • July 10, 2018

PepsiCo earnings beat expectations, boosted by strong snack performance

The Frito-Lay division saw revenue climb 4% for the period while its North American beverage unit slumped, marking four consecutive periods of decline. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 10, 2018

Beer label uses facial recognition to talk with consumers

When customers scan the smart label on the bottle's neck with their smartphone, a skull printed on the packaging will begin an interactive dialogue.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 10, 2018

Tariffs hit cheesemakers struggling with low prices, record surplus

There are few options available from the government to help the industry, so producers will have to wait it out or may be forced to exit the space.

By Cathy Siegner • July 9, 2018

Brew Dr. says 'Yes we can' to new kombucha packaging

The Oregon maker of the fermented drink is the first to use aluminum for the beverage, increasing its portability to places such as beaches and parks.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 6, 2018

Retaliatory tariffs taking toll on Hershey, Campbell Soup and other CPGs

The company's confectionary products and TreeHouse Foods' salad dressings are among those items being hit after Canada imposed levies on U.S. goods.

By Christopher Doering • July 5, 2018

Can turning spent brewing grains into flour help breweries get ahead?

Startup Rise Products creates a mix for baking that has one-third the carbohydrates, twice the protein and 12 times the fiber of all-purpose flour.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 5, 2018

Study: Drinking coffee doesn't raise the risk of death

U.S. cancer researchers found that drinking up to eight cups per day can be part of a healthy diet.

By Cathy Siegner • July 5, 2018

Califia Farms raises $50M to expand, promote launch of non-dairy products

The plant-based beverage maker plans to boost production and market innovations in non-dairy creamers, cold-brew coffees and probiotic dairy-free yogurt beverages.

By Cathy Siegner • July 3, 2018

H-E-B uncorks booze delivery across Texas

The beloved grocery chain will initially offer the service in four cities, before expanding it to 26 more with free delivery on beer and wine orders through Labor Day. 

By Krishna Thakker • July 3, 2018

Activist investor Daniel Loeb presses Nestlé to split, divest units

The hedge fund operator, which took a more than $3 billion stake in the Swiss company a year ago, is pushing for faster change at the food maker amid shifting consumer tastes.

By Christopher Doering • July 2, 2018

Guinness taps into U.S. trends with new Maryland brewery

The facility, which is opening next month, will be the first in the U.S. for the brand since the 1950s. Diageo hopes it will attract 300,000 visitors its first year. 

By Patti Zarling • July 2, 2018

Constellation's Q1 profit disappoints even as beer sales post slight gain

The owner of Modelo and Corona said it experienced higher marketing and transportation costs, and challenges in its wine and spirits brands.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 29, 2018

Burger King and Budweiser resurrect 'Whassup,' but with a royal twist

The companies teased the collaboration in a Twitter exchange recreating dialogue from the iconic spot earlier this week. 

By Erica Sweeney • June 29, 2018

Is there green in THC-infused sparkling water?

Lagunitas, the Heineken-owned brewer, is launching Hi-Fi Hops, its buzzy "IPA-inspired" beverage, in California distilleries starting July 31. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 28, 2018