All news articles for July 2019

A potential aggressor to the market is European tariffs, particularly in wine trade with France. Pic: Getty/BrianAJackson

A healthy job market bolsters US wine and spirits

By Beth Newhart

Both large and small US wine and spirits (W&S) companies have been more progressive and competitive with work benefits and compensation than the market average, according to a talent report from ForceBrands.

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Guest article

How teetotal became less taboo

By Mike Nolan, CEO, Product of the Year UK

The popular image of Brits in the pub downing pints of beer is fading. People want to go out without becoming intoxicated and drinks brands are helping them with burgeoning ranges of non and low-alcoholic options, writes Mike Nolan in this guest article.

Skinny Brands reduces calories - not ABV - with its lager

Skinny Brands reduces calories - not ABV - with its lager

By Rachel Arthur

Skinny Brands is eyeing up an opportunity for lower calorie - rather than lower alcohol – drinks. ‘The overwhelming majority of consumers want a better product – not to stop drinking all together,’ says its co-founder.

Domaine Figuière is expanding thanks to a growing demand for rosé. Photo: Figuière.

Figuière: 'Provence is the ‘Champagne region’ for rosé'

By Jenny Eagle

Figuière wine estate in La Londe-les-Maures, Provence, is introducing two wines this year; a vintage red ‘Figure’ and a rosé ‘Pionniere’ aged in oak barrels, and has partnered with INRA (Institute National De La Recherche Agronomique) on a pilot project...

All the ingredients used in Coffee Booster are vitamin or herb based, without any flavor for easy incorporation.

Coffee gets a boost at-home and on-the-go

By Beth Newhart

Premium ‘boosters’ and functional add-ons have found a place in smoothie chains, and now they’re headed for coffee. Canada-based Coffee Booster wants flavorless function to be a new step in morning coffee routines.

“A critical part of our journey is taking bigger, bolder action to be more socially responsible in all the ways we operate.”

Dunkin’ ramps up sustainability commitment

By Beth Newhart

Dunkin’ Brands, parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts (DD) and Baskin Robbins, released a sustainability report this week, updating its progress on old goals and outlining new ones.

“People wanting to be healthier is not confined to a certain age group.”

Ethan’s shots dip into organic energy

By Beth Newhart

A beverage brand that specializes in functional shots, Ethan’s is breaking into the energy drink category for the first time with a line of Organic Energy Shots formulated with green tea, lion’s mane and guayusa.

Coca-Cola Energy: Brazil and Mexico will join markets such as Great Britain, Spain, Japan & Australia.

Coca-Cola Energy rolls out to new markets

By Rachel Arthur

Coca-Cola Energy will roll out to a total of 20 markets by the end of this year, following ‘early signs of success’ in its launch markets.

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UK sugar tax has removed 45,000 tonnes of sugar from shelves, says government

Will UK sugar tax be extended to milk drinks?

By Rachel Arthur

The UK government is considering extending its sugar tax to milk drinks: with the announcement made just before the confirmation of Boris Johnson – who has pledged a review of ‘nanny state sin taxes’ – as the country's next Prime Minister.

Moringa dominates kale and matcha across nutrient categories like antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and amino acids.

Moringa stands out among superfoods at Fancy Food

By Beth Newhart

Known in ancient cultures as the 'tree of life,' moringa has grown into the western food and beverage industries, following the pattern of others like matcha. More competitors are now entering the market, and infiltrating the mainstream tea...