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Coca-Cola bets on nostalgia and zero-sugar growth with expanded cherry-flavoured range
Coca-Cola will expand its cherry-flavoured soft drinks portfolio in North America, launching a new Cherry Float variant.
Maeva launches GLP-1-focused nutrition system for weight loss support
US direct-to-consumer metabolic wellness brand, Maeva, has launched a nutrition system designed to support individuals using GLP-1 weight-loss medications, as adoption of the drugs continues to rise.
WaterJunkie launches mushroom-infused sparkling drinks to tap functional beverage demand
UK functional beverage brand WaterJunkie has expanded its portfolio with the launch of a new range of mushroom-infused sparkling drinks.
UK functional drinks maker Sentia expands into alcohol-free cider
UK functional drinks maker Sentia Spirits is entering alcohol-free cider, targeting science-led innovation as consumers cut alcohol without losing social rituals.
Heineken completes Fifco deal, tightening grip on Central America’s beverage market
Heineken has completed its acquisition of Costa Rica’s Fifco, strengthening its grip on Central America as brewers seek growth beyond Western markets.
Cawston Press launches flavoured sparkling water range
Cawston Press has entered the flavoured sparkling water category with the launch of a new two-strong range made with real pressed fruit juice and sparkling water.
TrueStart Coffee secures Series A investment led by JamJar
UK coffee brand TrueStart Coffee has secured a Series A investment led by JamJar Investments, the consumer-focused investment firm behind Innocent Drinks.
Laird Superfood expands into dairy with whey-based RTD Protein Coffee
Laird Superfood, a functional coffee and superfood brand, has launched Protein Coffee with real whey protein, marking its first foray into dairy-based products.
Absolut partners with Tabasco to target growing demand for heat-led spirits
Absolut Tabasco, will roll out from February in key markets including the US and the UK, marking one of Absolut’s most globally scaled flavour launches in recent years.
Start up of the Month: Liquid processing company Collo
In this instalment of Start-up of the Month – which celebrates lesser-known companies and their innovations – we speak to Jani Puroranta, CEO of Collo, a company looking to solve F&B’s liquid processing challenges.
BrewDog exits spirits production to refocus on beer and cocktails as losses mount
BrewDog will cease spirits production at its Ellon distillery, refocusing on beer and ready-to-drink cocktails amid market pressures.
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