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Carlsberg Britvic is expanding its Pepsi portfolio with the launch of three new ice cream-inspired zero sugar cola flavours.

Community Coffee has expanded its core product line with two new permanent flavoured coffees, Chocolate Lava Cake and Cinnamon Roll, as it responds to growing demand for dessert-inspired coffee blends.

Anheuser-Busch is investing $5 million in its brewery operations in Columbus, Ohio, as the brewer looks to increase production capacity for fast-growing Michelob ULTRA brands.

Tate & Lyle has confirmed it is in discussions with US peer Ingredion over a possible cash offer for the UK food ingredients group, following a series of "earlier approaches" from the company.

Califia Farms is expanding its UK ready-to-drink range with the launch of Blueberry Matcha Almond Latte, tapping into the rising demand for matcha across the country.

Diageo has officially opened its new Littleconnell Brewery in Newbridge, Kildare.

Waterloo Sparkling Water has introduced three limited-edition flavours for summer, expanding its portfolio with seasonal offerings inspired by nostalgic American desserts and drinks. The new line-up – which includes, Apple Pie à la Mode, Coconut Lime Cooler and Root Beer Float – has been launched ahead of the summer season and in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Developed in collaboration with Flavortown inspiration from Guy Fieri, the range aims to recreate classic summertime...

Shaken Udder is entering the functional dairy drinks space with the launch of a new high-fibre milkshake range.

Brown-Forman has reportedly rejected a $15 billion takeover offer from privately owned spirits producer Sazerac, despite the proposed bid valuing the Jack Daniel’s maker above its current market price.

Carlsberg Group has invested €12 million (approx. $14 million) in a new high-speed canning line at its brewery in Lviv, Ukraine, as part of continued expansion of its local production capabilities.

Starbucks is expanding its at-home coffee range with the launch of Starbucks Coffee Craft, a new premium coffee concentrate designed to let consumers recreate iced café-style drinks at home with minimal preparation.

Kenco is expanding into matcha and ready-to-use coffee concentrates with the launch of new at-home drinks products aimed at younger consumers and café-style occasions.