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Mama Shrooms has launched what it claims to be the UK’s first ‘wellness hot chocolate’ developed specifically for teenagers.

UK functional beverage brand Trip has launched a new innovation, Trip Wild Strawberry, in partnership with mental wellness app Calm.

Adult beverage private equity firm InvestBev has announced a six-figure investment in clean energy drink brand Lucky Energy Drinks.

A new peer-reviewed study has shown how bio-based materials start-up Xampla’s novel plant protein microcapsules protect fat-soluble active ingredients through simulated digestion, through to the intestinal phase.

The net purchase price stands at $1.65 billion, with an additional earnout tied to performance targets.

Health-Ade’s SunSip prebiotic soda brand has unveiled its latest flavour, grape, now rolling out at Target stores across the US.

Meiji is adding a new product to its portfolio, Bulgaria Drinkable Yogurt Salt Lemon, on May 20 2025. This drink, inspired by Bulgaria's traditional yogurt beverage 'Ayran,' aims to meet growing consumer demand for refreshing and hydrating options during the hot summer months.

UK functional beverage brand Unconform is introducing three new vegan RTD cold brew coffee drinks, containing functional ingredients for wellness benefits.

The Ryl Company, owner of functional iced tea brand Ryl Tea, has secured $15m in Series B funding to fuel its innovation and expansion across the US.