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Nichols accelerates energy drinks growth with Vimto Energy Tropical Cooler launch
Nichols is stepping up its expansion in the energy drinks category with the launch of Vimto Energy Tropical Cooler.
Belvoir Farm launches school-compliant sparkling juice
Premium soft drink producer Belvoir Farm has announced the launch of FRUiTZ, a new range of sparkling fruit cans to meet the rising demand for healthier, school-compliant beverages.
KDP’s $18bn JDE Peet’s bid signals new phase of consolidation in global coffee
Keurig Dr Pepper’s $18 billion bid for JDE Peet’s signals rapid coffee consolidation as record bean prices and supply shocks squeeze margins.
Andy Bagnall appointed director general of British Soft Drinks Association
The British Soft Drinks Association has appointed Andy Bagnall as its new director general, replacing Gavin Partington, who is retiring after 13 years in the role.
BodyArmor targets functional hydration market with zero-sugar, caffeinated launch
The latest release contains 95mg of caffeine, 2,290mg of electrolytes – more than traditional sports drinks – and zero sugar.
Coca-Cola abandons Costa Coffee sale - Financial Times reports
According to reports, Coca-Cola has halted its plans to sell Costa Coffee, the UK-based coffee chain that it acquired for $5.1 billion back in 2018.
Circle K partners with Monster Energy to launch exclusive Ultra Punk Punch flavour
The flavour features a blend of juicy red berries, cherries, pineapple sweetness and citrus zest, rounded off with refreshing notes of mango and kiwi.
Are functional mushroom drinks the next big health trend?
Once confined to niche wellness routines and traditional medicine, functional mushroom drinks are rapidly gaining ground in the global beverage market.
Skip adds lion's mane drink to functional beverage portfolio
Functional soft drinks brand Skip is launching its first lion’s mane flavours across the UK exclusively in Home Bargains this week.
Behind the buzz: Innovation in THC beverages is sky-high. But how is the market changing?
Cannabis-infused beverages are moving from novelty to legitimate category contender, but with a fragmented policy landscape, the space remains a study in high potential and high risk.
LaCroix unveils Pineapple Coconut flavour for 2026
LaCroix has announced the launch of its newest sparkling water flavour, Pineapple Coconut, set to hit shelves in January 2026.
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