Diet Pepsi is bringing aspartame back, again

Diet soda has been going through an identity crisis since reaching its $8.5 billion sales peak in 2009, but PepsiCo is betting that brand loyalists will welcome the return of a familiar sweetener solution.  

By Alicia Kelso • Feb. 22, 2018

Hungry for growth: Food companies keep M&A on the menu in 2018

General Mills, Conagra, Hershey and other leading companies said new acquisitions are a priority, with many looking to deal-making as part of a long-term growth strategy.

By Emma Liem Beckett , Christopher Doering • Feb. 22, 2018

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How GLP-1s are shaking up snacking

Food companies, including Danone and Nestlé, are adding more protein and changing portion sizes as weight loss medications reshape consumption patterns.

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PepsiCo launches water bottle and flavored pod system

The drink system offers customization, which is desirable for younger consumers, but is complicated and has Keurig-esque recycling issues.

By Erika Kincaid • Feb. 20, 2018

Consumers reveal why they buy plant-based dairy alternatives

Shoppers often choose these products instead of dairy ones for several reasons including flavor, price and a perceived health halo, according to Comax Flavors.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 15, 2018

Dr Pepper Snapple sales edge higher in Q4 as merger with Keurig looms

The owner of 7 Up, Bai and A&W said volume of its branded carbonated soft drinks rose 1% in 2017, while non-carbonated beverages increased 4%.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 15, 2018

Slice bets on nostalgia factor with summer relaunch

PepsiCo started phasing out the soda brand in 2000, but the trademark's current owners plan to return the rebooted, fruit juice-sweetened soft drink as a healthier alternative. 

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 14, 2018

Do consumers know what they are drinking?

Ready-to-drink teas have moved up on consumers' list of beverage preferences, and Youngmok Kim of Synergy Flavors explains why they're popular, how they're made and what the clean label movement holds for them.

By Youngmok Kim • Feb. 14, 2018

Molson Coors posts strong quarter even as its American business struggles

The brewing giant said sales rose nearly 5% despite a drop in the U.S., where they slipped 0.6% to $1.72 billion.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 14, 2018

PepsiCo's strong snack sales fail to offset its poor beverage performance

The company reported flat sales, a problem CFO Hugh Johnston told Bloomberg may stem from its focus on new drink concepts, rather than core brands. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • Feb. 13, 2018

Lawmakers and alcohol industry battle over cancer claims

The health impact of booze has drawn attention in recent years as more studies mention its potential risks, prompting some countries to require warning labels on the products.

By Erika Kincaid • Feb. 12, 2018

Plant-based dairy alternative Mooala gets $5M in new funding

The Texas beverage company, known for its unique banana-based milk products, plans to expand its distribution network to more than 1,500 retailers.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 9, 2018

PepsiCo launching sparkling water brand 'bubly' to take on LaCroix

The beverage giant has carefully crafted its new fizzy drink to be a fun, healthy alternative to LaCroix.

By Erika Kincaid • Feb. 9, 2018

MillerCoors offers fruity beer to boost declining sales

The new Two Hats line is hoping to attract millennials who have switched from traditional brews in favor of wine and craft products.

By Pamela DeLoatch • Feb. 9, 2018

Is soy the king of dairy alternatives?

McGill University researchers found soy-based milk had the most nutritionally balanced profile when compared to almond, rice and coconut varieties.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 8, 2018

A bubbling market for fermented ingredients shows no sign of popping

BCC Research found demand for prebiotics, probiotics and gut health is driving growth in this category, which is expected to reach $28.4 billion globally by 2020.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 8, 2018

As Bud Light sales slump, distributors consider marketing budget cuts

Wholesalers are faced with a dilemma of putting more money into promoting the brand for long-term growth or cutting spending and improving their bottom line now.

By Erika Kincaid • Feb. 7, 2018

Yogurt sales to grow from health benefits, European varieties

A report from Packaged Facts said drink versions of the popular dairy snack will continue to grow in popularity, along with plant-based and vegan non-dairy varieties.

By Alicia Kelso • Feb. 6, 2018

AB InBev taps into renewable energy to produce Budweiser beer

The alcohol manufacturer will place a special symbol on the label starting in the U.S. this spring — a move the company said will resonate with consumers concerned about the climate.

By Cassie Chew • Feb. 6, 2018

Alexa now serves up in-store whiskey recommendations

The Mars Agency developed the Bottle Genius feature to answer questions based on a shopper's tastes, occasion or desire to try something new while browsing options at a liquor store in New York.

By Erica Sweeney • Feb. 2, 2018

Nestle targets mainstream shoppers with new sparkling water brands

With a big marketing push behind its new lineup, the Swiss giant is targeting 31 million consumers who purchase its popular spring variety.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 31, 2018

Keurig Dr Pepper Snapple merger could be a restorative jolt for K-cups

The coffee maker's new partner could help tackle issues slowing growth of their popular pods: cost and environmental impact.

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 30, 2018

Goldman Sachs invests in fast-growing Ripple pea milk

The Wall Street bank was among a group that injected $65 million into the plant-based milk producer to help accelerate its growth.

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 30, 2018

What's trending in beverages

As shopper demand for new, authentic drink experiences grows, beverage manufacturers are racing to develop products that will quench consumer thirst for innovation.

By Emma Liem Beckett , Christopher Doering • Jan. 29, 2018

Keurig Green Mountain to buy Dr Pepper Snapple for $19B

The largest soft-drink deal in history would bring the popular home brewer under one roof with Bai, 7UP, Sunkist and A&W, creating a company with $11 billion in annual revenue.

By Christopher Doering , Cathy Siegner • Jan. 29, 2018

Florida craft brewery debuts biodegradable beer packaging

The new six-pack ring is made from wheat and barley instead of plastic, making it much more appealing to the more socially conscious consumers. 

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 26, 2018