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The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry
Celsius launches limited-edition Sparkling Limoncello Twist energy drink
Celsius has launched a limited-edition summer edition of its Spritz Vibe energy drink range.
Jul 24
Nestlé and Platinum Equity announce launch of $5.6bn joint venture, Peranel
Nestlé and Platinum Equity have announced the launch of Peranel, a 50/50 joint venture for Nestlé’s waters and premium beverages business.
Jul 23
Cann expands into zero-THC beverages with launch of 0MG collection
Cann has expanded its beverage portfolio with the launch of 0MG, its first zero-THC collection.
Jul 21
Skip expands functional drinks portfolio with magnesium-infused sparkling beverages
UK functional soft drinks brand Skip has expanded its wellness beverage range with the launch of two magnesium-infused sparkling drinks.
Jul 20
UK government confirms under-16 energy drinks ban
The UK government has confirmed plans to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s in England from April 2027, subject to parliamentary approval.
Jul 20
Capri Sun breaks ground on €70m manufacturing facility in Poland
Capri Sun Group has broken ground on a new production plant in Stargard, Poland, with the first phase of construction set to be completed by the end of 2027.
Jul 17
Hopkind enters functional beverage market with non-alcoholic beer range
US start-up Hopkind has launched a new range of premium functional non-alcoholic beers, combining traditional brewing with performance-focused ingredients to target the growing wellness and alcohol-free beverage markets. The company, which officially launched this week ahead of its first product release on 2 August, has developed two debut products – an IPA and a lager – formulated to support muscle recovery and hydration. Founded by executives with backgrounds at Jil Sander,
Jul 15
Cawston Press targets ambient functional drinks with new juice shots range
Cawston Press is expanding into the growing functional beverage market with the launch of a new range of ambient juice shots.
Jul 14
German soft drinks industry criticises plans to accelerate sugar tax implementation
Germany's soft drinks industry has criticised proposals to introduce a sugar tax on beverages from 2027.
Jul 8
Varun Beverages expands East Africa footprint with $32m Kenya beverage business acquisition
Varun Beverages Limited, one of PepsiCo's franchise bottlers, is strengthening its presence in East Africa through the acquisition of Devyani Food Industries
Jul 8
From elderberry to apples: SMI solutions for Holderhof Produkte
Holderhof Produkte, a leading Swiss food company specialising in fruit juice production, continues to invest in cutting-edge technologies.
Jul 6
Huel expands Daily Greens RTD line-up with new flavour varieties
Huel has expanded its range of ready-to-drink Daily Greens carbonated beverages with two new flavour additions, Strawberry Lemonade and Pink Grapefruit.
Jul 1
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