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UK iced coffee brand Jimmy’s is expanding its portfolio with the launch of its first coffee-free product: Iced Chocolate Milk.

Momo Kombucha, a South London-based brewery known for its artisanal approach to fermented beverages, is set to launch a new Watermelon Kombucha in collaboration with Natoora, a supplier focused on sustainable produce.

William Grant & Sons (WG&S) has completed the acquisition of The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt brands from The 1887 Company, a move that enhances its presence in the Scotch whisky category.

Spirits producer and operator Licor Zone Mexico has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire a 10% equity stake in alcohol-free spirits group Arkay Beverages.

Powerade has launched its newest product, Powerade Xtra Sour, expanding its portfolio of sports drinks with three bold flavours: Cherry Kicker, Grape Shocker and Peach Pucker.

Hot on the heels of Nestlé USA’s announcement to eliminate all FD&C synthetic colours from its US food and beverage products by mid-2026, JM Smucker has revealed a significant policy shift, aiming to remove all FD&C colours from its consumer food portfolio by the end of 2027.

Flavour house ITS has launched a range of natural, clean label flavours specifically formulated to perform well in hydration drinks.

Nestlé USA has announced that it will eliminate all FD&C synthetic colours from its US food and beverage products by mid-2026.

Alva Mather and Christine Dower from law firm McDermott Will & Emery talk to FoodBev about the surge in popularity of non-alcoholic products and the regulatory challenges that producers face in the changing beverage landscape.

Innocent Drinks has named Nicki Garland as its new head of UK & Ireland, with the appointment set to take effect this summer.

GNT has expanded its plant-based Exberry Organics natural colour portfolio with the launch of a new vibrant pink solution.

Heineken has confirmed it has lost operational control of its facilities in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), as worsening conflict in the region forces the company to withdraw all remaining staff.