Coca-Cola CEO eyes 'bolt-on' deals as beverage maker steps up innovation

The soda maker is aggressively overhauling its current roster of products and looking outside the company for new brands as consumer preferences change and e-commerce gains traction.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 17, 2017

Pabst could lift some spirits with move from beer into bourbon

The new alcohol, which is being rolled out under the Not Your Father’s brand, is currently for sale in Wisconsin and Illinois. A nationwide rollout is planned for 2018.

By Sandy Skrovan • Nov. 17, 2017

Weight Watchers touts lower-calorie white wine

The Cense brand of Sauvignon Blanc has just 85 calories per 5-ounce glass, compared to 120 to 140 calories in regular varieties.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 16, 2017

Carlsberg invests in technology to detect beer flavors and aromas

The European brewer is investing millions in research, partnering with Aarhus University, Technical University of Denmark and Microsoft.

By Erika Kincaid • Nov. 15, 2017

Self-heating beverage technology draws investment from ex-Whole Foods co-CEO

Walter Robb is joining the board of HeatGenie, a company whose product allows canned beverages to be warmed in two minutes by twisting the lid.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 15, 2017

A shakeout is brewing as coffee competition heats up

The U.S. may be maxing out on shops selling the popular beverage as more people turn to supermarkets, c-stores and other outlets to get their daily caffeine fix.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 14, 2017

At-home machine infuses mineral water

A German startup has found a way to not only filter tap water, but also use a pod to add more into it.

By Erika Kincaid • Nov. 13, 2017

Publix expands dairy plant to make more of its store brand milk

The regional supermarket is expanding an Atlanta dairy facility, following a growing trend among grocers looking for lower costs and greater flexibility in milk processing. 

By Sandy Skrovan • Nov. 13, 2017

Move over, pumpkin: Maple lovers hope the sweetener's popularity sticks with consumers

Once relegated to pancakes and waffles, the all-natural ingredient now appears in everything from maple water and yogurt to cotton candy, salad dressing and even whiskey.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 13, 2017

Study: Caffeine reduces the sweet taste of sugary products

This link could hold lucrative opportunities for manufacturers to drive sales across categories — or give them a whole new classification of warnings to put on packages.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 9, 2017

Is zein the glycerin replacement PepsiCo is looking for?

The corn-based protein could be a clean-label alternative that is edible, non-toxic and natural.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 9, 2017

Monster Beverage sees strong growth, says supply problems are over

It saw solid gains of 16.6% in its most recent earnings report, and CEO Rodney Sacks said the company has additional production lines for some of its beverages.

By Erika Kincaid • Nov. 9, 2017

Coca-Cola looks to expand its offerings in cocktail mixers

The beverage giant has moved into other areas beyond soda as part of new CEO James Quincey's plans to transform it into a “total beverage company.”

By Erika Kincaid • Nov. 9, 2017

Dean Foods net income drops 91% as dairy challenges mount

The company, whose core business has been pressured by growing interest in plant-based beverages, made only $1.38 million in the most recent quarter.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Nov. 7, 2017

Food brands add hats, evening bags and coozies to their promotional menu

Coca-Cola and Hidden Valley are among the companies that have released playful and sometimes bizarre food swag to stand out to consumers.

By Erika Kincaid • Nov. 6, 2017

Nestle buys Chameleon Cold-Brew coffee for an undisclosed amount

The Swiss giant has been on an acquisition spree in the space lately, highlighted by its purchase of Blue Bottle for $425 million in September.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 3, 2017

PepsiCo taps packaging conference attendees for 'active and intelligent' ideas

The food and beverage giant is seeking concepts that hone in on attributes such as antimicrobial solutions, smartphone interaction and improved functionality. 

By Sandy Skrovan • Nov. 3, 2017

Unilever acquires Tazo tea for $384M from Starbucks

The coffee giant is selling the popular brand to focus on its upscale Teavana line, while Unilever bolsters its drinks division that already includes Lipton and Pure Leaf.

By Erika Kincaid • Nov. 3, 2017

Constellation and bottle maker expand partership behind strong demand for Mexican beer

The manufacturer of Corona, Modelo Especial and Pacifico, has seen its sales surge in recent years as more consumers grab high-end imported brews.

By Erika Kincaid • Nov. 1, 2017

Molson Coors' sales fall as US beer business struggles

The company's results echo recent problems facing Boston Beer and AB InBev whose American operations are facing competition from craft brews and other types of alcohol.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 1, 2017

Campbell Soup joins Plant Based Foods Association

Three months after announcing it was leaving GMA, the food giant said it is becoming a member of the nascent trade group — providing a major boost to the fast-growing market.

By Sandy Skrovan • Oct. 31, 2017

DanoneWave plans $60M expansion to Virginia plant-based beverage facility

The investment is expected to add 49 jobs to the plant, which currently has more than 500 employees.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 30, 2017

Constellation Brands hops into marijuana beverage market with $191M deal

The beer, wine and spirits giant, known for its Corona and Modelo Especial brands, has taken a 9.9% minority stake in Canopy Growth to develop weed-infused, non-alcoholic drinks. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • Oct. 30, 2017

Boston Beer's sales and shipments continue to drop

Net income was up, but the general softening in the craft beer and cider markets — and the company CEO's retirement next year — may bring future problems for the brewer.  

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 27, 2017

Study: Most of Philadelphia's soda tax passed on to consumers

A Cornell University researcher compared prices in the city's border-straddling airport before the tax went into effect and afterward.

By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 27, 2017