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Soft drinks
Start-up of the month: Olipop
We speak to Ben Goodwin, co-founder, formulator, and CEO of Olipop, a US soft drink producer aiming to revolutionise the soda category.
Nocco introduces new strawberry and rhubarb flavour in UK
Nocco is launching a new Berry Rhubarb flavour of its caffeinated functional beverage into the UK market.
PepsiCo to acquire prebiotic soda brand Poppi for $1.95bn
PepsiCo has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Poppi, a rapidly growing prebiotic soda brand, for approximately $1.95 billion.
Magico drives European growth
Agus invites all food and beverage professionals to visit its stand 3030 at IFE London 2025.
Spindrift launches new soda line with real squeezed fruit ingredients
Spindrift Beverage Co has introduced Spindrift Soda, a new line of soft drinks made with real squeezed fruit and no added sugar or stevia.
HHS secretary Kennedy calls for revision of 'self-affirm' rules for food ingredient safety
US Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F Kennedy Jr, has called on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to revise safety rules
PepsiCo announces major leadership reshuffle to streamline global operations
International soft drinks and food company PepsiCo has announced key changes to its board this week.
Monster Beverage co-CEO Rodney Sacks to step down
Rodney Sacks, co-CEO & chairman of Monster Beverage, will resign on June 12, 2025, as part of a planned retirement strategy.
J2O launches new limited-edition Dragonberry flavour
Soft drink brand J2O has launched a new limited-edition summer flavour: Dragonberry.
Yazoo launches ‘Inspirations’ range to meet dairy drink demand
UK-based flavoured milk brand Yazoo has unveiled its new ‘Inspirations’ range, which includes Birthday Cake and Caramel Blondie flavours.
What’s next in soft drinks? The latest flavour trends shaping the industry
We take a look at some of the latest soft drink brands putting a new spin on familiar favourites...
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