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2 September 2025

World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025: Shortlist announcement

World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025: Shortlist announcement

FoodBev Media is thrilled to announce the official shortlist for the World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025. Now in their 22nd year, the awards continue to shine a spotlight on the most groundbreaking and innovative developments across the global beverage sector.


The World Beverage Innovation Awards provide a comprehensive look into the future of beverages, celebrating excellence in over 20 categories. From pioneering production technology to revolutionary sustainable packaging and wellness-focused drinks, the awards recognise the companies and individuals who are truly redefining the way we drink. This prestigious scheme is a key platform for brands to gain global recognition and enhance their industry presence.


Our judges were impressed by the high calibre of entries this year, showcasing a remarkable commitment to creativity, responsibility and taste. The shortlisted products represent a forward-thinking approach to an ever-evolving market, tackling key trends such as sustainability, health and consumer experience.


Mark your calendars for Tuesday 16 September, 5pm CEST, where winners will be revealed live at Drinktec in Munich, Germany.


With 160 shortlisted submissions across 25 countries, these awards represent the world's best, showcasing the most impressive innovations across the global beverage industry.



World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025 shortlist


Best products of 2025


Best packaging of 2025


Best innovations of 2025


Best business of 2025


Congratulations to all the shortlisted products, innovations and brands!


Each shortlisted entry will be recognised as either a Winner, Finalist or Commended, on 16 September 2025.


Sidel

Best Beverage Concept category sponsor

Sidel is a leading global provider of equipment and packaging solutions for beverage, food, home and personal care products in PET, can, glass and other materials.  With over 170 years of experience, Sidel has 40,000 machines installed in more than 190 countries and 5,000+ employees worldwide who are passionate about providing equipment and service solutions.  Sidel, one of three industry groups of Tetra Laval, is a leading provider of equipment and services solutions for packaging beverage, food, home, and personal care products.



Join us at Drinktec 2025



Drinktec is the world's leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry, held every four years in Munich. It's a premier global platform that brings together manufacturers, suppliers and producers to showcase the latest technologies and discuss emerging trends, from processing and filling to packaging and marketing.


Join FoodBev Media for the awards ceremony at the Liquidrome Wave Stage on 16 September 2025, Hall C4, Stand 179!


At our stand, you can also find us with our co-exhibitors to learn more about successful World Beverage Innovation Awards participants, both old and new! FoodBev Awards has also partnered with The Good Cup to promote the future of sustainability.


The awards ceremony will be followed by a Liquidrome Sundowner, sponsored by FoodBev Media. Guests can enjoy networking with international industry professionals, along with complimentary snacks and drinks. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate with the best in the business!



What happened last year?



The World Beverage Innovation Awards 2024 marked the scheme's 21st year, with the winners being announced at the BrauBeviale trade event in Germany. The awards celebrated a wide range of innovations, from craft beverages to ready-to-drink creations and low/no alcohol options.



For a look back at the excitement and to hear directly from one of the winners, watch our exclusive interview with Radoslav Stryhal from DeMagdo on the company's victory.


"We really appreciate this recognition. [The award] is important to us, gives us strength, and gives us motivation."



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About FoodBev Awards


FoodBev Media awards schemes have been running for more than 20 years and are now recognised as the most credible and respected awards schemes to influence the international food and beverage industry.


For more information about our selection of awards programmes, please visit foodbevawards.com or email awards@foodbev.com.

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