soft drinks
16 Sep 2020
--- Kerry research has revealed there is consumer acceptance of dry-based beverages. In the retail marketplace, dry beverages – such as powdered water enhancers, powdered instant coffee and iced tea mixes – have...
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10 Sep 2020
--- McDonald’s is testing a new reusable cup model for hot beverages in partnership with TerraCycle’s circular packaging service, Loop.
12 Aug 2020
--- Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has adopted CanCollar paperboard-based ring technology for its multipack cans in the Balearic Islands, Spain. The PEFC-certified, recyclable and sustainably-sourced CanCollar replaces the...
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05 Aug 2020
--- Soft drinks bottler Coca Cola HBC has revealed a drop in H1 profits, driven by the COVID-19 pandemic and the closures of restaurants and other hospitality venues. Net profit declined to €124 million (US$146 million)...
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04 Aug 2020
--- Society as a whole is moving towards greater awareness for sustainability in day-to-day life, including food and beverages. That is, according to Julian Bopp, Product Manager for Fruit and Vegetable Applications at...
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29 Jul 2020
--- Food Standards Australia, New Zealand (FSANZ) has assessed and approved SweeGen’s Bestevia Reb E stevia sweetener as a food additive. Under the Food Standards Code, FSANZ has approved a new specification for the...
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07 Jul 2020
--- Better Juice, Ltd, the first food-tech start-up to develop technology to reduce all types of sugars in orange juice, is now scaling up its patent-pending technology with a plan to go full scale with industrial implementation...
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30 Jun 2020
--- Kerry has officially released its Botanicals Collection Zero, a range of clean label, “premium” botanical extracts – containing 0 percent ethanol – designed specifically for the low- and no-alcohol...
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25 Jun 2020
--- A new report published by the United Nations (UN) calls upon governments and other actors to undertake urgent measures to radically transform food systems, to ensure endemic food security and nutrition. This comes ahead of...
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23 Jun 2020
--- Tetra Pak has launched a “first-of-its-kind” low-energy processing line for juice, nectar and still drinks (JNSD) designed for raising efficiency in beverage processing. The system involves a unique combination...
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22 Jun 2020
--- PepsiCo is expanding its SodaStream brand into away-from-home channels with the introduction of SodaStream Professional, marketed as an eco-friendly hydration platform. Following a pilot, the mobile-enabled platform will...
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29 Apr 2020
--- A new strategic alliance pairing the strength of PepsiCo’s vast distribution network with Bang, one among the fastest-growing beverages in the energy drink category, has begun. PepsiCo and Vital Pharmaceuticals, the...
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23 Apr 2020
--- Producer of stevia ingredients PureCircle is now offering its proprietary NSF-02 stevia flavor solution directly to its customers. This PureCircle solution was previously distributed by a third party as a strategic option...
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08 Apr 2020
--- Today’s adventurous consumers are seeking exploration through eating experiences. In line with Innova Market Insights’ number seven trend for 2020, “Hello Hybrids,” highlights that they are highly...
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06 Apr 2020
--- Beverages that appeal to many of today’s consumers tick the boxes for adventure and sophistication. Adventurous consumers often seek experiences through taste, as well as those that support overall well-being....
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12 Mar 2020
--- Expanding within the fast growing energy category, PepsiCo has entered into an agreement to acquire Rockstar Energy Beverages (“Rockstar”), a sugar-free and low sugar energy drink maker, for US$3.85 billion. The...
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11 Mar 2020
--- Countering off-notes is a prominent challenge faced by formulators working with bitter compounds, protein-enriched recipes and other special ingredients. Responding to this, Brazillian flavor house Duas Rodas has launched...
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27 Feb 2020
--- A team of technical experts is helping Coca-Cola North America launch “breakthrough beverages” in emerging categories – including kombuchas with less sugar, cultured ciders, keto-friendly smoothies and...
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24 Feb 2020
--- Consumers are seeking solutions to combat tiredness, improve digestion, support the immune system and recover from stressful days – and this requires innovative ingredients to meet these demands. That is according to...
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18 Feb 2020
--- Wine Water’s exclusive non-alcoholic beverages made from upcycled fruit are set to feature on the menus at high-end restaurants, hotels and bars to serve a growing British population of more prudent drinkers. As the...
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