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Sazerac has expanded into the growing soju category with the launch of Dalho Soju in the US market, available in two size formats.

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.

Indian food brand Haldiram’s has added two new confectionery options to its UK offering: Mango Marzipan and Pistachio Modak Marzipan.

Red Bull UK has announced its latest seasonal flavour innovation: Summer Edition Citrus Zest, available in retail now.

Gimme Seaweed is expanding beyond handheld seaweed snacks with the launch of K-Crisps, an organic, jaban-style seaweed topping.

Confectionery brand Fini has expanded its UK range with the introduction of two new products: Fini Mini Mochis Fruits and Fini Mini Mochis Berries.

Red Bull has launched its first-ever Spring Edition, introducing a Cherry Sakura flavour to its growing Red Bull Editions range.

UK mead producer Lyme Bay has launched two low-alcohol sparkling meads, repositioning the honey-based drink as an RTD-style option for lighter drinking.

The new variant combines blueberry jelly with raspberry popping boba, mirroring flavour and texture cues popularised by bubble tea and Asian desserts.