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- Breckenridge Distillery, Alexandrea Pangburn partner on new labelon May 27, 2022 at 16:00
For the second year, Breckenridge Distillery combines the art of blending whiskey and color in the second edition of the Collectors Art Series, a limited release bottle with local Denver Street artist and muralist Alexandrea Pangburn.
- Rowdy Energy, Camielle Kostek partner with new lineon May 27, 2022 at 14:10
San Diego-based Rowdy Energy announced that it recently brand partnered with Camielle Kostek, former New England Patriots cheerleader and current host of TBS’ “Wipeout.”
- Karma Watermelon Wild Berryon May 27, 2022 at 04:00
Just ahead of summer, Karma Water Culture LLC announced a new flavor to its line of natural, nutrient-enhanced Karma Water: Karma Watermelon Wild Berry.
- The conditions and applications impacting utilities in beverage operationsby oleboss@aol.com (John Peter Koss) on May 27, 2022 at 04:00
Beverage operations require a myriad of energy support in the form of electricity, natural gas, water and other related categories referred to as utilities. Because utilities are absolute, beverage operators are constantly challenged with availability.
- Spritz Society launches first variety packon May 26, 2022 at 18:00
Spritz Society, the canned sparkling cocktail brand founded by Ben Soffer, is answering consumer demands by launching its first-ever variety pack.
- SLIQ Spirited Ice Whiskey popson May 26, 2022 at 04:00
SLIQ Spirited Ice announced the launch of its newest variety pack offering: Whiskey. Joining SLIQ’s core product lineup alongside the brand’s Rum, Agave and Vodka-based pops, SLIQ’s Whiskey pops are crafted with barrel-stored bourbon and come in three flavors: Apple, Cola and Ginger.
- Predictive analytics driving delivery forwardon May 26, 2022 at 04:00
Telematics platforms combining truck and driver safety and vehicle data is learning, adapting — and even training drivers — in real time.
- Riboli Family Wines introduces portfolio of ultra-premium, luxury wine brandson May 26, 2022 at 04:00
Los Angeles-based Riboli Family Wines, a family-owned company founded in 1917, announced the creation of AVANTI, a new division dedicated to a portfolio of ultra-premium and luxury wine brands from France, Italy, New Zealand and other regions.
- Summer Snowcone hard kombuchaon May 25, 2022 at 04:00
Jiant announced the launch of Summer Snowcone, the fifth hard kombucha released as part of the brand’s celebrated seasonal series.
- New beverage facility builds trend toward continued efficiencyon May 25, 2022 at 04:00
As the industry continues to navigate a new “normal,” major beverage players are finding innovative ways to weather the storm. Among those players are operators, who tactfully are expanding on existing beverage facilities or building brand-new ones to ensure continued efficiency.
- Sonoma-Cutrer’s Les Pierres and Sonoma Coast Chardonnayson May 24, 2022 at 04:00
Sonoma-Cutrer, a brand of Brown-Forman Corp., announced two new vintages of its award-winning wines ― the 2020 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay and 2019 Les Pierres Chardonnay.
- The future of DTC brandson May 24, 2022 at 04:00
With the pandemic, as the eCommerce market hit its stride and many consumers turned to direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands, experts note that the beverage industry stands to benefit from DTC’s continuous growth.
- AHA Fuji Apple + White Teaon May 23, 2022 at 04:00
AHA Sparkling Water, a brand of The Coca-Cola Co., debuted a new AHA flavor: Fuji Apple + White Tea.
- Tequila category, canned cocktail segment fuel ranch waters’ ascenton May 23, 2022 at 04:00
As the ranch water cocktail trends upward, experts note that it has the potential to further drive tequila’s popularity, while leveraging the RTD boom.
- Yuengling launches limited-edition Team Red, White & Blue camo canson May 20, 2022 at 15:00
D.G Yuengling & Son, Inc., America's Oldest Brewery, announced the return of its limited-edition cans in partnership with military veteran nonprofit Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB) as part of the brewery’s Stars & Stripes program — Yuengling’s year-round campaign supporting our nation’s heroes, it notes.
- Tequila Cazadores Ranch Wateron May 20, 2022 at 04:00
Tequila Cazadores announced the launch of its new ready-to-drink (RTD) canned cocktail: Ranch Water.
- Botanical beverage innovations emerge across beverage categorieson May 20, 2022 at 04:00
As consumers are taking a proactive approach to holistic well-being, experts note that many are searching for flavors they link to products that may be formulated to support wellness.
- Fishers Island Lemonade introduces variety packon May 19, 2022 at 14:00
Following last summer's release of the Fishers Island Lemonade’s line extensions, the craft lemonade canned cocktail brand announced the launch of Fishers Variety eight-pack, which includes three of the brand's award-winning flavors: four cans of Fishers Island Lemonade Original 9%, two cans of Fishers Spiked Tea 7% and two cans of Fishers Pink Flamingo 7%.
- Behind The Bar Cocktail Mixerson May 19, 2022 at 04:00
Multi-brand beverage startup Romero Brands released two new premium, non-alcoholic cocktail mixers: Margarita Mix and BTB Spicy Margarita Mix.
- Hydrocolloids provide stability amid evolving beverage trendson May 19, 2022 at 04:00
With plant-based ingredients in high demand, formulators oftentimes are turning to hydrocolloid solutions to deliver the stabilization these beverages need.
- Freshie Organic Tequila Seltzeron May 18, 2022 at 04:00
Founded by Paige and Ryne Iseminger and Timm Martin, Freshie Organic Tequila Seltzer is made with organic blanco tequila, natural mineral water, organic lime essence and organic agave nectar.
- Athletic Brewing taps into consumers’ desires with alcohol-free brewsby jacobsenj@bnpmedia.com (Jessica Jacobsen) on May 18, 2022 at 04:00
Thanks to innovators in the non-alcohol beer space, entrepreneurs are showing how dedication and creativity have helped make this segment “new again.” Among those driving interest in alcohol-free beer is Stratford, Conn.-based Athletic Brewing Co.
- Coca-Cola Freestyle 8100 brings beverage variety, quality and speed to drive-thruson May 17, 2022 at 20:50
The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, announced the launch of Coca-Cola Freestyle 8100, a new back-of-house dispenser developed specifically for the crew-serve occasion. The new dispenser’s advanced technology streamlines drink pouring for foodservice crews, helping reduce drive-thru wait times for diners while providing the beverage quality and variety they crave, according to the company.
- KidzProtein nutritional shakeson May 17, 2022 at 04:00
Nutritional Growth Solutions Ltd. announced the launch of its Healthy Heights KidzProtein and KidzProtein Vegan to support children’s development.
- Beverage suppliers support consumers’ sustainability goalsby jacobsenj@bnpmedia.com (Jessica Jacobsen) on May 17, 2022 at 04:00
Based on an OnePoll study released in April, it looks as though “going green” is being instilled in the younger generation. Aligning with consumers’ desire for a more sustainable future, beverage-makers and their supplier partners are investing in projects that support recycling efforts.
- Spindrift Spiked expands lineup with 4 new flavorson May 16, 2022 at 17:00
Spindrift Spiked, a brand of Spindrift Beverage Co., Newton, Mass., added four new varieties to its real fruit lineup including long-time Spindrift favorites and one entirely new flavor. In addition to sparkling fan favorites Grapefruit, Lemon and Blood Orange Tangerine, Spindrift is debuting a new, Spiked-exclusive flavor: Passion Orange Guava.
- Fiber, probiotics’ link to digestive health drive developers to biotic solutionson May 16, 2022 at 04:00
With the growing interest in digestive health, more and more consumers are choosing beverages with functional ingredients that support digestive health and overall well-being.
- Birdie Hard Seltzer Cocktailon May 16, 2022 at 04:00
Braxton Brewing Co. announced the newest addition to its beyond beer product line: Birdie.
- Consumer demand for premium spirits soars in on-premise, CGA analysis revealson May 16, 2022 at 04:00
Consumers in the United States are opting to spend more on their drinks in bars and restaurants as premiumization drives the recovery of the on-premise channel after COVID-19.
- Ingredient suppliers celebrate milestones, release guidelineson May 15, 2022 at 04:00
As consumer diets drive the need for clean label, gluten-free and functional ingredients, suppliers take the steps to make it easier for beverage-makers.
- Bolthouse Farms to acquire cold-pressed (mostly) organic brand Evolution Fresh: ‘They're very different consumers. There's only a 4% overlap’by Elaine Watson on May 27, 2022 at 00:16
While Coca-Cola has just unveiled plans to discontinue organic ready-to-drink tea brand HONEST Tea, Bolthouse Farms says there are significant opportunities to grow (primarily) organic ultra-premium juice brand Evolution Fresh, which posted a near-40% jump in sales in the latest 52 weeks
- Heineken to close Caledonian Brewery due to 'inefficiencies' and 'costs'by Michelle Perrett on May 26, 2022 at 13:38
Heineken UK has revealed plans to close its Caledonian Brewery in Edinburgh, citing issues with its Victorian infrastructure.
- New BODYARMOR CEO on J-Lo, taking on 800lb gorillas, and the ‘separate but connected’ strategy with Coca-Colaby Elaine Watson on May 24, 2022 at 15:22
Gatorade is the undisputed leader in sports drinks, says the new CEO of BODYARMOR, which recently overtook Powerade to capture the #2 slot in the category. But after four years at Chobani, challenger brand extraordinaire, Federico Muyshondt knows a thing or two about taking on 800lb gorillas, he tells FoodNavigator-USA in his first interview after taking the helm.
- Let’s talk innovation in alternative meat and dairy: Protein Vision 2022by Katy Askew on May 24, 2022 at 11:52
With the plant-based boom showing no signs of slowing, FoodNavigator profiles the technology, ingredients and culinary science powering innovation in meat and dairy alternatives.
- ‘A gut punch…’ Seth Goldman hails legacy of ‘beloved’ brand as Coca-Cola discontinues HONEST Tea portfolio, but says HONEST Kids will remainby Elaine Watson on May 23, 2022 at 23:28
Organic ready-to-drink (RTD) tea brand HONEST Tea will be phased out of Coca-Colaâs portfolio by the end of this year, with executives highlighting âa drop in immediate consumption sales and limited glass supplies.â However, the organic juice line HONEST Kids is âgrowing quickly,â and will remain part of the portfolio.
- A lot of bottle? Coke HK aims for 100% recyclable packaging by 2025, 50% recycled material in bottles by 2030by Nurul Ain Razali on May 23, 2022 at 01:45
The Coca-Cola Company and its bottling partner Swire Coca-Cola Hong Kong is targeting to make its packaging 100% recyclable by 2025 and use 50% recycled material in its bottles and cans by 2030 in a bid to minimise waste.
- Ecotone invests in capacity to meet ‘significant growth’ in European dairy alternativesby Katy Askew on May 20, 2022 at 14:46
European organic food company Ecotone is investing â20m to increase its capacity in plant-based milks.
- ‘Low/no ABV should never mean short-tasting one’s taste buds!’ Bolle brings new tech to wine alternativeby Rachel Arthur on May 20, 2022 at 13:26
Launching at the London Festival in June will be âeffortlessly effervescentâ Bolle, a new low/no sparking brewed drink designed to bring the same success to the low/no wine occasion as the neighboring beer and spirits categories.
- What's hitting the shelves? New beverage launchesby Rachel Arthur on May 20, 2022 at 13:24
From low-ABV wine to mezcal RTD cocktails, we take a look at some of the new products launching around the globe.
- Smurfit Kappa becomes first vegan-certified packaging companyby Anthony Myers on May 18, 2022 at 09:08
UK arm of global packaging specialists joins over 60,000 other products registered with the Vegan Society scheme.
- Milk-based sports beverage celebrates first year: ‘Consumers have responded enthusiastically to the concept of an all-natural sports drink’by Rachel Arthur on May 18, 2022 at 09:00
GoodSport â a sports drink launched in 2021 to disrupt the category with its milk-based product â is celebrating a successful first year by working on expansion plans with new lines and new markets on the horizon.
- Where do sports drinks stand in a growing functional beverage market?by Rachel Arthur on May 18, 2022 at 08:51
The increased demand for functional food and drink is anticipated to boost sports drinks sales â and yet, at the same time, growing functional claims across neighboring categories is likely to stiffen competition. How should sports drinks navigate this market?
- Coca-Cola: 'Recycling rates aren’t dramatically shifting'by Elizabeth Crawford on May 17, 2022 at 13:03
Even though 59% of Americans have access to curbside recycling, only 27% of plastic bottles are currently recycled â a grim statistic that is not only bad for the environment but also bad for CPG businesses, such as The Coca-Cola Co., that are striving to incorporate more recycled material in their packaging.
- What's hitting the shelves? New beverage launchesby Rachel Arthur on May 17, 2022 at 09:11
From flavored gin to herbal spritzers, we take a look at some of the new products launching around the world this month.
- Molson Coors completes £13m cider plant modernisation projectby Gwen Ridler on May 16, 2022 at 12:21
Molson Coors has completed a Â13m modernisation project at the Aspall Cyder production plant in Suffolk.
- Brits’ wallets to get a breather as UK Government delays HSFF restrictions until 2023by Gill Hyslop on May 16, 2022 at 10:50
The HFSS restrictions on multibuy deals and promotions of foods high in fat, salt or sugar (HFSS) have been delayed for a year in light of the soaring cost of living.
- ‘It opens doors for reformulation’: How Arla’s whey permeate can help avoid Brazil’s sugar warning labelsby Katy Askew on May 16, 2022 at 08:44
Brazil is introducing new labelling requirements that include the addition of front-of-pack warnings alerting consumers to high levels of added sugars, saturated fats and sodium. Arla Foods Ingredients says its whey permeate Variolac can stop brands falling fowl of the regulation through reformulation.
- Health benefits of ‘true tea’ support including drink in dietary guidelines, researchers argueby Elizabeth Crawford on May 13, 2022 at 13:06
Daily tea consumption should be recommended in the upcoming 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, argue scientists and industry stakeholders who point to its safety and a growing body of research supporting health benefits from the Camellia sinensis plant, including immunity-boosting and reduced risk of cardiometabolic disease, cancer and cognitive decline.
- Coffee’s cholesterol-raising affects men more than women, study suggestsby Will Chu on May 13, 2022 at 05:00
Espresso coffee consumption is associated with increased cholesterol levels with a significantly stronger association for men compared with women, according to a new study.
- Vita Coco co-founder: 'The overall coconut water category continues to show robust growth'by Mary Ellen Shoup on May 12, 2022 at 15:46
Vita Coco now commands a 50% share of the coconut water category and has grown household penetration of its brand to 11%, a strong indicator that consumer demand for coconut water remains elevated with plenty more runway, said Vita Coco co-founder and executive chairman Mike Kirban.