How Sprouts scouts out the next big thing in beverage innovation
Sprouts Farmers Market’s approach to NPD keeps it on a constant search for the hottest beverage innovations
Markets
How GLP-1 drugs are supercharging the age of precision nutrition
Could the era of precision nutrition turn the pharma-driven metabolism revolution into a food-based one?
How big is the GLP-1 wave going to get, really?
As usage of weight loss medications surges and new therapies emerge, food businesses face a once-in-a-generation opportunity – or risk being left behind
Sweeteners in focus
Liquid I.V., IQMIX and G Fuel lead zero-sugar drink mix shift
The $38.7 billion category’s momentum reflects consumer appetite for natural sweeteners, energy and focus
Women are shaping the next frontier of protein innovation
Protein’s health halo attracts female consumers to various products from food and drink to supplements. Here’s what’s driving demand
The British beverage brands making it big in the US (and the mistakes they made on the way)
The UK and US markets are often defined by similar macro-trends: making expansion attractive for beverage entrepreneurs. But don’t forget the classic quote: ‘England and America are two countries separated by a common language’…
Oatly goes oat-o-matic with plant-based milk for push-button machines
Forget Barista: enter BaristaMatic, Oatly’s answer to the foodservice industry’s problem with plant-based drinks
European beverage market under ‘structural reset’ as 71% of consumers drink less alcohol
Europeans are consuming less alcohol - and many younger consumers are stopping buying alcohol altogether - according to new data released by Circana this week. But winning in this new market is not simply about being alcohol-free...
Energy drinks explore new playbook of functional ingredients to meet gamers’ demands
Can energy drinks be a game-changer for e-sports enthusiasts?
New growth hubs and categories shake up Africa’s non-alcoholic beverages sector
New growth hubs and newly blossoming categories are stirring up the non alcoholic beverage industry in Africa, with innovation and localisation propelling the sector amid shifting consumption patterns and demands that are being shaped up by convenience,...
Hennessy x Jackson Wang collab showcases cognac’s versatility in Asia
Hennessy is mixing V.S.O.P. and X.O. with oolong tea and sparkling water for a Mid-Autumn Festival launch with superstar Jackson Wang
Powdered beverage brand TRUWILD’s growing pains and path forward
Rapid growth and supply chain hurdles prompt the outdoor-focused brand to consider new strategies and possibly investors
‘No Coffee Tax Act’ offers potential reprieve for US roasters
Coffee stakeholders say the No Coffee Tax Act could ease rising costs, stabilize supply chains and protect consumers from price spikes
Plant power: How plant-based trends are shaping the future of the functional beverages industry
Today’s health-conscious consumer doesn’t just drink to quench thirst: they expect other benefits. And plant-based ingredients are perfectly placed to offer a powerful boost
The ‘proteinification’ of everything
Once just a bottle shaker staple, protein is taking on new forms and finding its way into everything from soda to chips to macaroni and cheese.
Startup Spotlight
Fresh Fizz brings clean label soda back to basics
By sticking to herbs, spices, juices and natural sweeteners like honey, maple and date syrup, Fresh Fizz’s ingredient list is informing every aspect of its business strategy
Politics, lawsuits pose a new dynamic – ‘Greenhushing’
Fair Trade leaders discuss challenges and wins in ethical, organic, sustainable sourcing
Bean-free coffee: Prefer partners Ajinomoto, Coffee Ferm for APAC growth
Singapore’s Prefer looks to scale its sustainable bean-free coffee across APAC with partners Ajinomoto and Coffee Ferm
Barley, honey and probiotics: Bottled water companies carve out their niche
With nearly 3,000 bottled water companies in the US alone, these three upstarts are differentiating themselves in the market
Healthy snacking trends
Släcka aims to redefine healthy snacking with ‘snack in a can’
Within the saturated functional beverage market, Släcka is betting on cravings instead of energy to stand out
How US tariffs are affecting coffee
Trade barriers are hitting the drink in multiple ways
Sparkling brain drinks: Ārepa targets fatigue and mental performance
New Zealand-based Ārepa has launched sparkling beverages designed to tackle fatigue and support mental performance
Rainforest Alliance expands into Regenerative certification for coffee
The organization’s new certification for coffee challenges brands to invest in long-term resilience, farmer incentives and climate-ready supply chains
How plant-based drinks can meet coffee baristas’ innovation needs
Good taste and functionality are no longer optional: so how are café professionals’ evolving needs pushing the envelope in plant-based drinks?
The big UPF myth: Why consumers say one thing and eat another
Do manufacturers really need to navigate out of the ‘dirty’ UPF world? Perhaps not, as exclusive research shows consumers’ perception of UPF is very different to their reality
UAE to link beverage prices to sugar levels: What does industry need to do?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will implement a tiered excise tax on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) from January 2026
Sustainable September
How aligned ESG reporting bolsters global trust, competitiveness and accountability
Harmonized ESG reporting has a heap a benefits for industry and government alike, GRI’s Gelkha Buitrago tells us
Dairy alternatives: Boom or bust for the market?
Alt dairy has seen better days as consumers have pulled back from the category. But in every challenge lies an opportunity, industry insiders say
Sustainable September
Unilever and PepsiCo among companies in new regenerative agriculture initiative
The initiative will centre around farmer-facing organisations and focus on upscaling
German winemakers carve out the alcohol-free wine category
Germany has pioneered alcohol-free beer. Can it also lead the way in alcohol-free wine?
Speciality & Fine Food Fair 2025
From pistachio butter to rainforest chocolate: Artisans shine at leading food fair
Here’s what caught our eye at the UK Speciality and Fine Food Fair 2025
Coffee linked to happiness in latest boost to $485.59bn industry
New research reveals caffeine could boost mood and energy - especially in the morning
Sustainable September
From climate to capital: The business case for regenerative agriculture
Regen ag isn’t just about climate adaptation: it’s about driving profits, Klim co-founder Rob Gerlach told us
Keys to scaling for emerging brands
The right mindset affects an emerging brand’s ability to make its first million dollars in sales or reach its $100m milestone, according to a study of 90,000 brands
Juice brand Apple & Eve celebrates 50 years amid shifting trends
Family-focused juice brand leans on nostalgia and clean-label innovation to stay relevant in today’s marketplace
Who is primed to tap into growing consumer coffee interest in China?
Although China’s coffee consumption may amount to around only five cups of coffee per person each year, the country is fast becoming a market to watch
Tariff war takes a turn with removal of hundreds of items
US continues negotiations with trade partners while awaiting Supreme Court to overturn blocked tariffs
Beer waste reimagined: Aussie project to unlock new uses, improve sustainability
A new research project in Western Australia (WA) is aiming to map out brewer’s spent grain (BSG) to unlock commercial opportunities and reduce waste as the craft brewing industry thrives.
Why the refrigerated aisle is ripe for cpg innovation
Data from NFRA and case studies from brands like GoodBelly and Egglife highlight how chilled formats meet consumer demand for freshness and wellness
Is food and drink failing the planet? Share your view now
The global food and drink industry’s biggest sustainability call to action has kicked off in the first month-long Sustainable September event
From sugar cuts to smart packaging: The new playbook for kids’ drinks
As FDA and MAHA tighten rules, kids’ CPG brands are leaning into transparency, functionality and eco-conscious design
Is food and drink failing the planet? Share your view now
The global food and drink industry’s biggest sustainability call to action has kicked off in the first month-long Sustainable September event
Sustainable September
Sustainability in the beverage industry: Unpacking the big issues in 2025
Single-use packaging makes the headlines: but what are the other big issues for the beverage industry? This month, BeverageDaily puts the spotlight on sustainability
Microbiome science meets business: Probiota returns in 2026
With a wealth of content on functional food, beverage and supplements, the leading event for microbiome science is back in February
Cold foam: Tapping into the new at home coffee trend
TikTok drives Gen Z market trends in coffee for at-home latte hacks
Can KDP and JDE Peet’s new coffee giant challenge Nestlé’s stronghold?
Keurig, Jacobs and Douwe Egberts take on Nespresso and Nescafe
The next generation of Pumpkin Spice is here: 5 ways the fall favorite is evolving
August 26 is the unofficial start of fall: it’s the day Starbucks brings its famous Pumpkin Spice Latte back into stores. But what’s next for the superstar flavor?
Diageo taps premium cocktail culture and talent to fuel APAC growth
Diageo boosts its premium spirits strategy in Asia through immersive experiences to tap on consumer ‘desire for the extraordinary’
Americans are drinking less than ever: The key figures from Gallup’s latest poll
Alcohol consumption has reached a 90-year low in the US. Gallup’s latest poll reveals today’s consumption habits
Gen Z drinking trends: 5 things to think about when targeting this key demographic
If Gen Z is drinking less alcohol, that means competition is stiffer than ever before for when they actually do drink. What do alcohol brands need to know when targeting this key demographic?