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A new bio-based cup technology designed to address the environmental impact of single-use packaging is set to enter the UK market.

Uncle Arnie’s, a US-based THC beverage brand, has introduced SodaPop, a new line of cannabis-infused sodas designed to deliver familiar flavours with a modern twist.

Releasing across major retailers from the beginning of January, the new flavour delivers an indulgent and on-trend taste, combining crunchy pillows with a smooth white chocolate and caramelised biscuit flavour filling.

British plant-based food brand Bosh has expanded its retail product range with three new ambient seasonings, launching into Ocado in February 2026.

Free-from snack brand Crave is set to expand its frozen bakery range with the launch of Choccy Dodoughs in Morrisons stores from 4 January 2026.

Müller UK & Ireland’s Müller Rice brand has added a new, limited-edition flavour, Churros & Honey, to its rice pudding line-up.

British cold-pressed juice brand Daily Dose has launched a limited-edition Apple Juice made using surplus apples from the Waitrose Farm, the Leckford Estate in Hampshire. The 900ml bottle will be available in Waitrose stores across the UK from 17 December, with an RRP of £3.50, for a limited time only. The collaboration was developed in response to a bumper 2025 apple harvest at the Leckford Estate. Hot weather and low rainfall resulted in smaller fruit that risked going to waste despite...

Energy drink brand Celsius will launch four new fruit-flavoured, zero sugar variants in the UK and Ireland from January 2026.

Japanese food manufacturer Ajinomoto Group has expanded its conscious food brand Atlr.72 with the launch of Mochelie, a mochi-filled almond tart made with Solein.

Food brand Late July, which is part of the Campbell’s Company, has introduced a new limited-edition tortilla chip in time for the festive season.

British butter producer All Things Butter has rebranded to All Things Dairy alongside an expansion into the cottage cheese category.

C4 Energy has entered the energy shot category with the launch of C4 Performance Energy Shots, a compact format designed to provide a quick source of caffeine.