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South Asia-inspired challenger brand Curry Smugglers has entered the UK’s craft beer market with the launch of two new Indian lager innovations – one alcoholic, as well as an alcohol-free offering.

Theakston Brewery and kombucha producer Equinox Kombucha have joined forces to launch Hopbucha.

Heineken Ireland is expanding its alcohol-free portfolio with the launch of two new flavours.

Belvoir Farm is expanding its alcohol-free mocktail range with the launch of a ready-to-drink Hugo Spritz.

Heineken USA is broadening its non-alcoholic beer portfolio with the launch of Heineken 0.0 Cold Pressed Lime and Nectarine Juniper.

UK functional drinks maker Sentia Spirits is entering alcohol-free cider, targeting science-led innovation as consumers cut alcohol without losing social rituals.

British soft drinks maker Cawston Press has entered the fast-growing no- and low-alcohol drinks market with the acquisition of Loah.

BrewDog has added a brand-new, functional alcohol-free beer, containing magnesium, balm extract and chamomile, to its portfolio.

Crafted by mixologist Nick Devine, the margarita aims to deliver a sophisticated drinking experience that mirrors the classic cocktail – minus the alcohol.