The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry
Soft drinks
Pukka enters loose powder matcha category with brand-new line
UK herbal tea brand Pukka Herbs has entered the loose powder matcha market with three new products: Matcha Tulsi Lemon, Matcha Vanilla Chai and Pukka Ceremonial Matcha.
Mountain Dew and Trolli return with Mango Pineapple Punch Soda
Mountain Dew and Trolli are teaming up once again with the launch of Mountain Dew x Trolli Mango Pineapple Punch.
Strategic Beverage Services acquires BevZero US operations
Strategic Beverage Services has acquired BevZero, creating what the companies describe as the largest dealcoholisation service provider in the US.
Aapa targets ‘new space’ in soft drinks with nationwide launch
Aapa has launched nationwide across Asda and WHSmith, entering the UK market with a proposition designed to bridge the gap between traditional soft drinks and functional beverages.
Olipop appoints former Electrolit CEO Christian Patiño Webb as chief executive
Olipop has appointed former Electrolit CEO Christian Patiño Webb as its new chief executive officer, as the functional soda brand strengthens its leadership team to support its next phase of growth.
7Up unveils biggest brand evolution in over 15 years with lime-led reformulation
7UP, part of the Keurig Dr Pepper brand portfolio, has unveiled its first brand evolution in more than 15 years, centred around a lime-led reformulation in the US.
New packaging rules come into effect across the EU: F&B industry reacts
From today (12 August 2026), new measures under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation apply across the European Union, aiming to promote a circular economy and strengthen the Single Market for packaging.
Premier Protein launches sparkling soda with 15g of whey protein
Premier Protein has entered the sparkling soft drinks category with a new protein-fortified soda.
Vimto maker Nichols buys functional drinks brand VitHit for £64m
Nichols has acquired Irish functional vitamin beverage brand VitHit in a £64 million deal, aligning with its strategy to strengthen its portfolio by investing in differentiated soft drinks brands.
New Flydrate hydration beverages target aviation industry
A new functional hydration beverage brand, Flydrate, has launched in the UK, targeting the air travel industry exclusively.
Halfday expands iced tea range with Target launch and new Strawberry flavour
Halfday has launched nationwide at Target, expanding its retail presence with a new slim can format and an exclusive Strawberry Half & Half flavour.
- Page 1