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US beverage brand Culture Pop Soda has expanded its portfolio with the launch of Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade, marking the company’s first lemonade-flavoured product.

ProMinent has launched the DULCOEYE LT, an optical sensor designed to monitor low turbidity levels in water.

Aqua Theon has secured a $13 million seed funding round, including $5 million directly invested into its marine plant-based drink brand, OoMee.

UK natural energy drink brand Tenzing is expanding beyond caffeine-led propositions with the launch of a new functional sub-range, Natural Energy+.

Capri-Sun is expanding its UK product portfolio with the launch of a new Mango & Passion Fruit variant, as the drinks maker looks to drive volume growth.

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.

Coca-Cola will expand its cherry-flavoured soft drinks portfolio in North America, launching a new Cherry Float variant.

Heineken has completed its acquisition of Costa Rica’s Fifco, strengthening its grip on Central America as brewers seek growth beyond Western markets.

Laird Superfood, a functional coffee and superfood brand, has launched Protein Coffee with real whey protein, marking its first foray into dairy-based products.