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The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry





Snack attack: What you need to know about the UK ban on junk food adverts before 9pm
To tackle the childhood obesity crisis, the UK government has confirmed that a ban on junk food ads will come in effect on 1 October 2025.
Sep 17, 2024


Lipton Teas and Infusions CEO Nathalie Roos to step down
Nathalie Roos is stepping down as chief executive officer of Lipton Teas and Infusions for personal reasons.
Sep 16, 2024


Carlsberg to invest €100m into new Kazakhstan facility as part of PepsiCo bottling deal
Carlsberg and PepsiCo have signed a new agreement that will see Carlsberg become the PepsiCo bottler in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
Sep 16, 2024


Red Bull launches new Winter Edition beverage flavour
Red Bull is set to expand its seasonal offerings in the energy drink market with the launch of its 2nd Winter Edition flavour, Iced Vanilla.
Sep 13, 2024


Shaken Udder expands protein milkshake range with white chocolate flavour
UK-based premium milkshake brand Shaken Udder is set to launch a new White Chocolate flavour as part of its growing Protein Range.
Sep 13, 2024


CMA to investigate Carlsberg’s £3.3bn acquisition of Britvic
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Carlsberg’s £3.3bn (approx. $4.2bn) deal to buy soft drinks company Britvic.
Sep 12, 2024


Monster Energy launches Rehab Green Tea functional beverage
Monster has unveiled its latest product, Rehab Monster Green Tea, expanding its portfolio of beverages aimed at health-conscious consumers.
Sep 10, 2024


Odyssey secures $6m investment amid growth in functional beverage sector
Functional beverage brand Odyssey has completed a $6m equity funding round, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory.
Sep 10, 2024


Twinings launches RTD sparkling tea line to meet demand for healthy beverages
Twinings has launched a new line of ready-to-drink sparkling teas, aimed at meeting the increasing consumer interest in functional beverages
Sep 5, 2024


Opinion: Canned premium drinks are setting new standards
Tim Conybeare, chairman of The Can Makers, takes a look at the evolving landscape of sustainable packaging in the canned drinks market.
Sep 5, 2024


Ybee Drinks launches functional CBD iced coffee
Functional beverage start-up Ybee Drinks has entered the UK market with its flagship product, a functional iced coffee containing CBD.
Sep 5, 2024


Collaboration is king: The rise of food and beverage brand fusions
As brands seek to capture new markets, we are witnessing a growing trend of hybrid products that blend both food and drink.
Sep 2, 2024
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