Beverages: Page 88
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UPDATE: Chicago area soda tax repealed
The Cook County Board of Commissioners voted 15-2 on Wednesday to repeal the controversial penny-an-ounce tax, following a 15-1 committee vote the previous day.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 11, 2017 -
Report: Coca-Cola creates the most buzz among non-alcoholic beverage brands
The latest research from Engagement Labs ranks brands based on consumer conversations happening online through social media and offline via word-of-mouth discussions.
By Sandy Skrovan • Oct. 10, 2017 -
Trendline
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 -
Deep Dive
From startup to bought up: What 4 food brands learned from being acquired
From Hormel's purchase of Justin's to PepsiCo's acquisition of KeVita, large food and beverage makers are targeting upstart brands with fresh, organic and natural products.
By Emma Liem Beckett , Christopher Doering • Oct. 10, 2017 -
H-E-B becomes first grocer to sell plant-based Soylent Drink
Following a test in 7-Eleven stores this summer, the meal replacement brand sees the Texas-based supermarket as the next step in its retail expansion plan.
By Sandy Skrovan • Oct. 7, 2017 -
Manufacturers provide ways to drink more fiber
Many companies are turning to drinks like juice and cold brew coffee to find new ways to meet consumer demand for more of the nutrient.
By Erika Kincaid • Oct. 5, 2017 -
Constellation Brands earnings soar as beer demand keeps the party going
The alcohol company said sales in the popular segment, which includes Corona and Modelo Especial, offset shipping volume and net sales declines in its wine and spirits offerings.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 5, 2017 -
PepsiCo accelerates e-commerce push amid larger CPG slowdown
A 200-person team formed two years ago but only recently unveiled, is on pace to hit $1 billion in online sales this year.
By David Kirkpatrick • Oct. 5, 2017 -
PepsiCo's snack revenue far outpaces beverages in latest quarter
A top financial officer told The Wall Street Journal that increased marketing efforts in healthier drinks didn't pay off as much as anticipated.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 4, 2017 -
Coca-Cola acquires Mexico's Topo Chico sparkling water for $220M
The purchase of the beverage company helps Coke diversify its drink portfolio and better position itself to compete with La Croix in the popular space.
By Erika Kincaid • Oct. 3, 2017 -
Can fizzy milk make dairy popular again?
Arla is starting a U.K. trial of a carbonated fruity beverage it hopes will catch on with consumers, despite past rejection of similar products.
By Erika Kincaid • Oct. 2, 2017 -
Raw milk dairy declines voluntary recall after state reports finding salmonella
Pride and Joy Creamery in Granger, Washington, maintains its products are safe — and continues to dispute previous findings of bacterial contamination.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 2, 2017 -
Long-lasting foam could hold potential for beer and ice cream
Consumers expect certain food products to have a specific texture, and getting bubbles to last longer without the need for artificial stabilizers could help manufacturers.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 28, 2017 -
UK study: Plant-based milk consumption may lead to iodine deficiency
It only has about 2% of the amount of the mineral commonly found in dairy milk, one of the most common sources in consumers' diets.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 28, 2017 -
Heineken taps a wild yeast to brew its new beer
The company’s latest formula, using something recently discovered growing on an Argentina mountainside, could be the start of a new category that could stand beside ales, lagers and sours.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 27, 2017 -
Unilever's Lipton brand introduces new line of wellness teas
The product, which will be available in flavors such as Stress Less and Sooth Your Tummy, takes advantage of the popularity of functional foods and beverages with consumers.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 27, 2017 -
Elmhurst Milked adds peanut variety to its nut-based beverage lineup
The popular legume has been noticeably absent from plant-based drinks, but it is unclear if consumers will want a product made from a major allergen.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 27, 2017 -
Bolthouse Farms launches pea-based plant protein milks
Is the Campbell's Soup-owned brand's first foray into the dairy case enough to turn around the company's C-Fresh division?
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Damages from Hurricane Irma further squeeze orange juice
Once a breakfast staple, the beverage has struggled for years thanks to consumer preference for on-the-go alternatives, as well as growing distaste for sugar-rich products.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Gatorade pays $300,000 to settle lawsuit over misleading message on water
The California attorney general filed a complaint after the mobile game "Bolt" slowed players down when they touched droplets — but sped them up when they touched the energy drink.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Poll finds support for soda taxes to fund education and health programs
Previous surveys have found that people generally oppose these initiatives, but these results may come from tying proceeds to support specific programs.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 25, 2017 -
PepsiCo, Campbell and Hershey leaders honored in Fortune's 'Most Powerful Women' list
The annual ranking puts the snacks and beverages giant CEO Indra Nooyi at #2, soup company magnate Denise Morrison at #31 and the chocolate company's new leader Michelle Buck at #45.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 22, 2017 -
American Heart Association wants to reward SNAP recipients who don't buy soda
The public health group wants to give more food stamp benefits for fresh produce if people don't buy sugary drinks.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Folgers debuts 'Simply Gourmet' line of naturally flavored coffee
The updated packaging and new ingredients are an attempt to reverse slumping sales, but is it too little too late?
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Kraft Heinz juices up Capri Sun brand with healthier options
The beverage brand is introducing sugar-free and organic varieties to give parents healthy options for their kids and keep pace with competition.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Coca-Cola finds opportunity in slow times for soda
The company's small pack sizes and online ordering, which drove 4% of the segment's sales growth last year, prove there are still paths to expansion for carbonated beverages.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 20, 2017
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