Think pink: Could a rosy tonic water signal opportunity for craft mixer makers?

British-based Fever-Tree's naturally colored product reflects growing consumer desire for blush wine, spirits and cider. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 26, 2018

Bottoms up: Drizly's growth underscores opportunity in online alcohol sales

The online seller has quickly expanded to 100 markets by partnering with local shops and offering helpful tips for customers.

By Patti Zarling • June 26, 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.  

By Food Dive staff

Carbon dioxide crisis strains food and beer supply in Europe

Soccer fans in England may be unable to watch the World Cup with a Heineken in hand if the issues persist.

By Edwin Lopez • June 25, 2018

Hain Celestial's CEO to step down as takeover rumors swirl

Irwin D. Simon, who founded the natural and organic giant 25 years ago, will become non-executive chairman of the board after a replacement is selected.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 25, 2018

Mile high? Molson Coors generating buzz with possible cannabis investment

A move by the Denver-based brewing giant would make it the second major beer producer to enter the marijuana segment, joining Constellation Brands.

By Cathy Siegner • June 25, 2018

Vita Coco's parent company acquires natural energy drink Runa

Can the line of organic beverages that give consumers a boost from Amazon guayasa leaves match the success of the coconut water brand? 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 22, 2018

AB InBev debuts first blockchain-based mobile ad campaign

Bud Light, Budweiser and other brands are leveraging Kiip's Single Ledger solution to get a clearer reconciliation of campaign performance data.

By Robert Williams • June 21, 2018

Can an imaginary superdrink make consumers fall back in love with dairy milk?

A Dairy Farmers of America campaign rebrands the beverage as Mulu, a millennial-friendly, protein-rich drink that provides energy for coding sessions and movie marathons.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 21, 2018

General Mills leads $12M funding round for GoodBelly Probiotics

Its VC arm 301 INC provided a "significant majority" of the investment in the company, which already has products in more than 15,000 stores.

By Cathy Siegner • June 21, 2018

Investors crave food startups, but will they overindulge?

A survey shows the most attractive young companies for an investment are those working on meat and sugar alternatives, and robots that prepare food.

By Patti Zarling • June 21, 2018

New K-cup makes both hot and cold brew coffee

Heartland Food Products has new liquid pods that can be brewed or diluted into the two varieties of the popular caffeinated beverage.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 20, 2018

Kroger brings Soylent to more than 1,850 stores

The meal replacement brand's largest retail expansion to date could give the grocer a stronger foothold in the lucrative plant-based and convenience categories.

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 20, 2018

Consumers quenching their thirst with organic beverages

Fresh juices helped push sales in the category up 10.5% last year to $5.9 billion, making drinks the third-largest organic category, according to a trade group.

By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2018

High-stakes legal case pits Pabst Brewing against MillerCoors

The $400-million lawsuit accuses the brewing giant of breach of contract and anti-competition laws, fraud and misrepresentation because it may not continue its manufacturing and distribution agreement.

By Cathy Siegner • June 19, 2018

Mintel predicts vegan barbecue and low-calorie ice cream will rule summer 2018

The research firm also expects shoppers to reach for sparkling waters and boldly flavored chip varieties throughout this season. 

By Patti Zarling • June 18, 2018

Beverage makers harvest wine-infused water

Wine Water and Napa Hills are offering non-alcoholic versions of the drink that contain the health benefits but lack the adverse effects.

By Jessi Devenyns • June 18, 2018

For sale: Essentia functional water looking for bids

Speculators say the brand could fetch up to $500 million for its proprietary ionization process, which the company claims provides better hydration.

By Cathy Siegner • June 15, 2018

Walmart opens its own milk processing plant in Indiana

The $165-million plant is the retailer's first food production facility and will provide a variety of private-label dairy products to about 500 Walmart stores in five states.

By Cathy Siegner • June 15, 2018

Wine and cider boosted global alcohol consumption last year

Market research from IWSR showed the U.S. was one of the leading growth markets for still wine while regional beer sales continued to decline. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • June 14, 2018

Will camel milk get over the hump in the US?

The product is reportedly more nutritious than cow's milk, but its acceptance may be slowed by limited supply, a high price tag and the "ick" factor.

By Cathy Siegner • June 14, 2018

Spindrift CEO on quenching consumer thirst for sparkling water and real ingredients

After initially being turned down by major retailers, Bill Creelman now expects as many as 25,000 stores will carry his product by the end of the year.

By Christopher Doering • June 14, 2018

7-Eleven uncorks a premium private label wine

The c-store chain’s new Voyager Point line retails for about $9.99 and joins its Trojan Horse line, which retails for $6.99 a bottle, and Yosemite Road label, which sells for around $3.99.

By Alicia Kelso • June 12, 2018

New nut-based milk alternatives flood the category, souring soy and rice-based product sales

Plant-based beverage staples such as almond milk continue to make gains in the $1.61 billion category as well.

By Cathy Siegner • June 11, 2018

The soda fountain of youth

Lou Jordano, CMO of Crimson Hexagon, explores whether Diet Coke's new flavors can help attract a younger audience.

By Lou Jordano • June 8, 2018

Pepsi goes retro to promote upcoming 'Uncle Drew' movie

An ad depicts the brand character across different decades drinking from vintage cans that are available this summer. 

By Erica Sweeney • June 8, 2018