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News & Analysis for the Beverage Industry09-May-2025
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‘Plastic is last century’s material!’ Could the beverage industry leave plastic bottles behind forever?
Plastic bottles remain a staple across the beverage industry. Will it ever be possible to completely transition away from this format; and what would an alternative completely plastic-free packaging look like?... Read more
Nestlé to sell €5bn water division
Food and beverage giant Nestlé plans to focus on flagship brands including KitKat and Nespresso... Read more
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How to create a prebiotic soda that meets European flavor expectations
Prebiotic soda is a notable trend in North America but as the drink wings its way to European markets, how can manufacturers meet flavor expectations while meeting health claim regulations?... Read more
Can ‘cult wines’ weather the storm?
‘Cult wines’ may be less affected by weather variations than others: a surprise finding by US researchers... Read more
Hi*Ball capitalizes on clean energy drink boom
Tilray Brands gives energy drink pioneer Hi*Ball a second life, amid clean label boon... Read more
New beverage launches: White Claw, Lipton and more
From White Claw’s latest innovation to Lipton’s fusion creation, we take a look at some of the new beverage launches around the globe... Read more
UK set to extend sugar tax to milk-based drinks
The UK plans to lower the threshold the sugar tax kicks in at: as well as extend it to milk-based drinks and their plant-based counterparts... Read more
‘Next gen growth’: Asahi reveals plans to strengthen APAC business
Asahi will boost its whiskey, water and non-alcoholic product portfolios to drivegrowth in Japan, South Asia, South East Asia and Oceania.... Read more
Reuse-refill: Can this model ever really work in the beverage industry?
While brands are keen to champion the idea of reuse-refill, few have managed to make it work effectively. Can this holy grail of beverage packaging ever succeed?... Read more
EDITOR'S CHOICE
How New Zealand’s winemakers became sustainability pioneers
In New Zealand, 98% of vineyard area is now certified sustainable, covering 90% of wine production. As the country’s wine sustainability certification program turns 30 years old, we find out how the country has achieved this unprecedented level of engagement... Read more
Charting the decline in wine consumption
Wine consumption has been declining for years: but how severe is this decline and why does it continue in a negative direction?... Read more
US craft beer: How is the industry faring?
The Brewers Association reveals the latest market statistics, showing how the sector is evolving... Read more
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PREVIOUS HEADLINES
Five top coffee trends for 2025
What’s driving the coffee category forward in 2025? Here are five top trends to watch... Read more
Winning in RTD coffee: How Emmi Caffe Latte became the UK’s fastest-growing iced coffee brand
Emmi Caffe Latte has been carving out a bigger share of the UK RTD coffee market, with plans to raise its global profile now taking shape. What’s the brand doing right?... Read more
Flavoured alt milks drive sector growth
Plant-based milks get a flavourful makeover as rising consumer interest in dairy alternatives fuels innovation... Read more
‘Regenerative is a long-term commitment,’ Westrock Coffee shares strategy for a greener supply chain
Westrock Coffee’s 2024 sustainability report demonstrates the length the supplier is going to imbue regenerative agriculture and greener manufacturing practices into its supply chain... Read more
 5 strategies to boost share as geopolitical tensions and inflation constrict consumer spending
CPG sales and volumes are slipping among persistent inflation and tariff fears, but Circana uncovers how food and beverage manufacturers are maintaining – and gaining – share despite the shaky market... Listen now
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