business and finance Three-tier industry coalition issues responsibility commitment for crossover alcohol products By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:00:00 -0400 The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA), FMI - The Food Industry Association and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) issued a joint commitment related to the responsible marketing and merchandising of crossover alcohol products. Full Article
business and finance Restaurants step into milestone year with embracement of digital By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The restaurant industry is poised to hit a milestone this year as sales are project to exceed $1.1 trillion, according to the National Restaurant Association’s “2024 State of the Restaurant Industry Report.” Full Article
business and finance Califia Farms acquires Uproot Inc. By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:45:00 -0400 Califia Farms, Los Angeles, announced the acquisition of Uproot Inc., a plant milk dispenser system for foodservice. Full Article
business and finance Value, consumer savings drive growth for club stores By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The value proposition presented by warehouse clubs — offering lower average costs per item through bulk buying — prompts a jump in sales share for major warehouse club stores, research shows. Full Article
business and finance Natural, organic retailers share shopper insights By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Natural and organic retailers anticipate certain consumer trends for the year. Full Article
business and finance Consumers seek deals, shop around to address inflation-related impacts on food prices By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0400 Consumers are adapting their shopping strategies to include more flexibility as they attempt to control their grocery spending heading into the fall, according to the latest survey conducted by FMI – The Food Industry Association and The Hartman Group. Full Article
business and finance Circana releases mid-year 2024 food, beverage market outlook By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 Circana, an advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, released new Circana Compass insights, providing a comprehensive update on the 2024 performance of the global retail food and beverage (F&B) industry and an outlook for 2025. Full Article
business and finance 7-Eleven offering new Slurpee flavor with Coca-Cola, OREO By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:44:20 -0400 The Slurpee drink is “an exciting spin on the fan-favorite Coca-Cola Slurpee, combining the classic taste of a crisp and fizzy Coca-Cola with flavorful, OREO sandwich cookie-inspired hints,” the company notes. Full Article
business and finance Convenience stores continue to evolve By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The performance of the convenience store channel is ever-changing, thanks to consumer trends and economic factors. Full Article
business and finance Affordability helps mass merchandisers resonate with shoppers By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 As consumers today work to pay their bills and buy groceries, data shows that mass merchandisers are serving as a go-to channel to stretch their dollars. Full Article
business and finance Whole Foods Market forecasts Top 10 food, beverage trends for 2025 By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council unveiled their Top 10 anticipated food and beverage trends for 2025 in the retailer’s 10th annual Trends predictions report. Full Article
business and finance Natural glam drives color solutions in beverages By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 New beverages today are turning more and more to natural colors as clean label and holistic views of health connect with an increasing consumer base. Full Article
business and finance Vitamins, minerals play starring role in functional beverages By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The COVID-19 pandemic illuminated consumer interest in vitamins and minerals. Experts note that more of today’s consumers are awakening to “better-for-you” (BFY) beverage trends as they continue to seek drinks that provide fortification Full Article
business and finance Consumers continue to demand more from drinks By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 Consumers are more knowledgeable nowadays; therefore, they hold their food and beverage choices to higher standards, experts note. Full Article
business and finance Busy lifestyles prompt need for cognitive, energy inducing ingredients By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 With consumers’ brains in overdrive, many are turning to beverages that support their mental well-being. Full Article
business and finance The sweeter side of cognitive health By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Given the demand for ingredients that support cognitive health and energy enhancement, ingredient suppliers caution that formulation is more complicated than simply adding into the formula. Full Article
business and finance Sugar reduction prompts demand for natural, low-calorie sweeteners By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 With more consumers seeking reduced-sugar or sugar-free drinks, experts note that beverage-makers are turning to sweeteners such as stevia, erythritol, monk fruit and allulose to deliver products without sacrificing on taste. Full Article
business and finance Health, fitness trends spur growth for sport nutrition drinks By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 As physical fitness remains top of mind for those seeking healthier lifestyles, experts note that today’s consumers not only are turning to sports drinks to deliver on recovery, but also seek such drinks to help meet overall wellness goals. Full Article
business and finance Consumer interest in digestive health take center stage By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 As more and more consumers learn about the gut microbiome and its role in overall health and wellness, experts highlight how incorporating fiber and biotic solutions can help beverage-makers meet consumers’ various need states. Full Article
business and finance The many layers of flavor development By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 In today’s beverage development, formulators are layering flavors to elevate the next generation of drinks. Full Article
business and finance Beverage-makers turn to clean label, non-GMO ingredients to meet consumer trends By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 With growing awareness of the connections between individual health and that of nature or the environment, such interests are prompting more consumers to seek out clean label and non-GMO beverages. Full Article
business and finance Consumers value beverages that support immune health By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 As more consumers are recognizing the link between immune-health and overall health, experts note that the demand for functional beverages that support immunity has never been higher. Full Article
business and finance Consumers prefer natural, clean label beverage sweeteners By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 As consumers become increasingly aware of their sugar intake, beverage-makers must deliver drinks that are sweet with natural sweeteners. Full Article
business and finance IFT FIRST exemplifies innovations for beverage-makers By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) returned to McCormick Place for the IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo where exhibitors were presented with an array of ingredient samples, interactive demos and product tastings. Full Article
business and finance Consumers prefer performance beverages with qualities beyond hydration By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Experts note that convenience, drinkability and protein content are key drivers of the performance beverage market. Full Article
business and finance Natural colors help beverage-makers break from conventional By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 As wellness trends have taken hold in the beverage space, experts highlight how natural and organic trends are impacting color choices used in the market. Full Article
business and finance Beverage-makers explore ways to deliver on fortification trends By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Experts note that shifts in consumer behavior have caused beverage brands to find new ways to deliver on fortification and personalization. Full Article
business and finance Weight management, sugar reduction trends transform beverage landscape By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 With consumers’ wellness approach toward weight management, experts highlight how demand for nutritious drinks that support overall well-being is transforming the industry. Full Article
business and finance Beverage-makers work to provide cognitive support, energy By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Although on-the-go lifestyles are prompting interest in beverages with an energy and cognitive focus, experts highlight that purity and effectiveness are leading new product development. Full Article
business and finance Beverage-makers turn to natural sweeteners as consumers aim to lower sugar intake By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Natural sweeteners are looking to deliver sweet solutions while accommodating consumer demands for less sugar content. Full Article
business and finance Sports recovery, bone and joint health beverages appeal to all consumers, not just athletes By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Experts note how more and more consumers — not just athletes — are striving to live healthier lives and making conscious decisions about their health. Full Article
business and finance Consumers dig digestive health By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Experts note that consumers are becoming increasingly aware of how prioritizing gut health impacts the immune system and mental health. Full Article
business and finance Health and wellness goals lift fruit flavors in beverages By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 As beverage-makers look to align taste profiles with the growing demands on health-and-wellness products, suppliers are crafting solutions that support those goals. Full Article
business and finance Consumer trends continue to prioritize clean label, non-GMO beverages By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Experts share insights on why consumers are drawn to clean label and non-GMO beverages, as well as what beverage-makers can do to appeal to such preferences. Full Article
business and finance Consumer focus on prevention over cure driving immune support ingredients By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 With its complex formulas helping consumers further their pursuit of a healthier lifestyle, the functional beverage market has thrived. Detox drinks have benefited from this interest, but is not without its challenges. Full Article
business and finance IFT FIRST showcases latest ingredient solutions for beverage-makers By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) returned to McCormick Place for the IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo where exhibitors were presented an array of ingredient literature as well as prototypes featuring these solutions. Full Article
business and finance Sweetener solutions satisfy consumer tastes By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 When it comes to trends influencing the beverage market, consumers’ preferences for various sweeteners is being expressed through their drink purchases. Full Article
business and finance Performance beverages expand beyond fitness By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Today’s performance beverages have evolved beyond providing energy, but also are supporting broader health and wellness goals. Full Article
business and finance Breckenridge Oktoberfest By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Breckenridge Brewery, a subsidiary of Tilray Brands, unveiled its Oktoberfest Lager. Full Article
business and finance American Metal’s The Disciple By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 American Metal Whiskey, an extension of American Metal Customs shop celebrated for its custom cars and motorcycles, unveiled its new whiskey innovation: The Disciple. Full Article
business and finance Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Uncle Nearest Inc., the makers of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, announced the arrival of Nearest Green Tennessee Whiskey. Full Article
business and finance Espolòn Tequila Flor de Oro By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Espolòn Tequila introduced Flor de Oro, a limited-edition Reposado tequila infused with natural extract from the marigold flower. Full Article
business and finance Bruichladdich Distillery Octomore Series By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Bruichladdich Distillery announced the release of its next Octomore series: Octomore 15. Full Article
business and finance REBBL Protein Spiced Pumpkin Pie By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 REBBL announced the return of its Protein Spiced Pumpkin Pie functional beverage, available for a limited time. Full Article
business and finance Dogfish Head Punkin Liqueur By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 In the spirit of spreading pumpkin-spiced goodness, Dogfish Head unveiled its limited-edition Punkin Liqueur. Full Article
business and finance Readers’ Choice: New Product of the Month | October 2024 By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0400 Beverage Industry has selected eight new beverage products introduced in October 2024. Vote below to let us know which new product is your favorite! Full Article
business and finance Wynk Cran-Blood Orange By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Wynk, an award-winning cannabis seltzer, announced the launch of its newest limited-edition flavor: Cran-Blood Orange. Full Article
business and finance White Claw campaign challenges consumers to make more meaningful connections By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0400 Through its new global brand platform and U.S. ad campaign, White Claw is inspiring even more people to seek out genuine, real-world connections — and “Grab Life By The Claw.” Full Article
business and finance Fireball unveils ‘Hot Lids’ ahead of Kentucky Derby By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:25:00 -0400 Fireball, a brand of Sazerac Co., Louisville, Ky., is set to gallop into this year's classic horse racing events with bespoke, fiery hats dubbed “Hot Lids,” bringing a dash of cinnamon spice to the typical race day experience. Full Article
business and finance Artificial Intelligence set to transform beverage industry By www.bevindustry.com Published On :: Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 From offering consumer insights, enhancing product development to supply chain optimization, experts weigh in on how AI solutions are transforming the beverage industry. Full Article