5 things we’ve learned about the alcohol-free category this January
January is the month when alcohol-free drinks really have the chance to shine. What have we learned about the direction of the category in 2026?
Beer & cider
The most popular alcohol-free brands in the US this month, according to search data
Tracking January’s search data reveals the rising stars in the US alcohol-free category...
How Heineken created the world’s top alcohol-free beer brand
Heineken 0.0 is a master class in great innovation. Here’s what Heineken did right.
Beer 3.0: The new frontier where craft pushes boundaries
For many years, the craft movement defined beer innovation: but younger drinkers are looking for products to call their own. How can the beer category respond?
Drinking less but drinking better: Understanding the moderation movement
Consumers want to be healthier; so they’re cutting back on alcohol. But is it really that simple?
Heineken: Will a change at the top revitalize the brewer?
Heineken has set out its strategy for success: the search is now on for someone to lead it
Five areas of innovation for Heineken’s R&D team
Heineken needs to set itself up for the future as the beer category struggles. Its strategy is to invest in innovation: so what’s brewing?
US drinking guidelines revamped in dramatic shift
New US drinking recommendations now simply state that less alcohol is better
Up The Food Chain
What’s brewing at Heineken? Behind the scenes with the R&D chief
Hubert te Braake already had the dream job: as director of research and development at Heineken, he’s tasked with creating the world’s next big brews. Now he’s been given a shiny new €45m ($53m) lab to do it from
Diageo sells East African Breweries to Asahi in $2.3bn deal
Asahi makes a big move into Africa: eying up the growth potential on the continent
How to create a PFAS action plan
The proliferation of ‘forever chemicals’ in the food system is causing increasing concern. Beverage manufacturers need to be ready as restrictions tighten
Carlsberg & Heineken: Beer business vital to Malaysia’s economy
Carlsberg and Heineken spotlight beer’s crucial role in Malaysia’s economy, highlighting its value to the food and beverage industry via a new economic study
A big hopportunity: Hops’ complex flavor profiles open up innovation opportunities in beverages and beyond
Hops have, for centuries, been the domain of beer and brewers. But thanks to their complex flavor and unique sensory profile, the potential across the beverage category – and beyond – is huge
Beer slushies, beer cocktails and more: Opening up innovation opportunities in beer
The beer category is in decline: but brewers who embrace creativity and are prepared to innovate outside the box can find new opportunities
Bringing flavor to the front of alcohol-free innovation
Consumers want to drink less and that’s opening up the market for alcohol-free products. But at the end of the day, it’s flavor that will determine whether consumers come back to alcohol-free beverages and become loyal fans… or not
Sustainable September
‘Think progress over perfection’: Heineken’s sustainability chief on brewing change
What’s it like leading sustainability at one of the world’s largest brewers? Heineken’s senior director for global sustainability reveals how she tackles the big challenges; embraces new opportunities to drive change; and her top tips for embarking on a...
New Carabao beer marries affordability with low-alcohol appeal
Beverage giant Carabao has launched its new Pattaya Beach Beer, combining budget and refreshment with an eye to dominate new market segments
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.
Asahi bets on alcohol-led growth in 2025 despite H1 profits decline
Asahi is confident that positive alcohol trends will drive profitability for it this year, and has revised its full-year profit forecast upwards despite a half-year dip
Playing to win: Tiger Beer’s experiential marketing to attract diverse drinkers
Tiger Beer has been emphasising experiential marketing to draw in consumers of all ages, such as its recent immersive campaign with MONOPOLY
Suntory reacts as CEO quits amid drug investigation
The shocking resignation of Japanese food and beverage giant Suntory’s CEO has sent shockwaves through the industry
How to get the most out of Drinktec 2025: Explore the latest in AI, innovation and technology
Drinktec’s executive director sits down with BeverageDaily and tells us what he’s looking forward to at this year’s show - and his top tips for getting the most out of the event
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
Sober summer: UK supermarket Waitrose sees ‘significant surge’ in low/no alcohol sales
Sales of low and no alcohol drinks at Waitrose are up 32% this summer: with the supermarket offering a wider range of products
US and EU strike tariff deal: What does it mean for beverage alcohol?
Industry organizations are hopeful of obtaining special zero-for-zero arrangements
How is 2025 shaping up for the US craft beer sector?
The Brewers Association has released its mid-year data for the US craft beer industry: showing how the category’s fortunes are shaping up
Ireland delays introduction of alcohol health warnings
Ireland’s world-leading cancer warning labels will not come into effect next year as initially planned
‘Drinks packaging is embracing theatricality!’: Top innovations in beverage packaging design
Plant-based packaging, ultra-light glass and a flair for the dramatic: Pentawards’ annual competition showcases the best and boldest in a new era where sustainability meets storytelling
Diageo CEO steps down
Spirits and beer giant Diageo has announced that Debra Crew has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer and as a Board Director ‘with immediate effect, by mutual agreement’.
Why alcohol-free beer is set to become second-largest beer category globally
Having rocketed up 9% in 2024, alcohol-free beer is set to overtake ale to become the world’s second largest beer category by volume this year
Alcohol sales strong despite consumption crash
Alcohol sales are are on the up while consumption continues to drop. What’s causing this unusual trend?
UK considers putting health warning labels on alcohol
The government is exploring the idea of mandatory health warning labels and nutritional information on alcohol, as momentum towards similar legislation grows around the globe
How top alcohol brands stand out in a shaky market
The last two decades have been ‘unpredictable and transformational’ for the alcohol category: and it’s not getting any easier. How can brands stand out?
Constellation Brands reveals anticipated tariff hit
Constellation Brands expects to take a hit from the US’ aluminum tariffs over its fiscal year
Weight-loss drugs are changing the way we drink. What does that mean for alcohol brands?
GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are revolutionizing weight management. But their impact is spilling over from weight-loss clinics into bars, restaurants and supermarket shelves
Big investments in beverage manufacturing and R&D: Heineken, Danone and more
Where do beverage giants see opportunities in the coming years - and what are they investing in as they plan out future growth?
How alcohol-free drinks can succeed in the on-trade
Elegant serves and fancy garnishes are just the beginning. Brands need a carefully thought out strategy to succeed in bars and restaurants.
From superfood to superbrew: Quinoa beer sets out to shake up the beer market
Already a known as a nutritious and trendy superfood, could quinoa bring a fresh breath of life into the stagnant beer category?
Beer manufacturing boost: Anheuser-Busch and Molson Coors invest in more US brewing
Anheuser-Busch’s decision to invest $300m in US manufacturing is one of several recent investments
Who tops the list of the world’s most valuable beer brands?
Budweiser, Corona and Michelob Ultra are all jostling for the top spot: who emerges as the world’s most valuable beer brand?
Guidance on running responsible alcohol promotions this summer
Sampling and promotional activities ramp up as the summer months approach. How can brands promote their brands responsibly?
Regen-farmed craft beer: Wildfarmed moves from bread to beverage
A partnership with beer brand Jubel sees Wildfarmed taking on the beverage space
From beer to milk: Asahi ventures into dairy alternatives with Like Milk
The move signifies the blurring of the lines between alt dairy beverages and the growing alcohol moderation trend in APAC
‘Next gen growth’: Asahi reveals plans to strengthen APAC business
Asahi will boost its whiskey, water and non-alcoholic product portfolios to drivegrowth in Japan, South Asia, South East Asia and Oceania.
US craft beer: How is the industry faring?
The Brewers Association reveals the latest market statistics, showing how the sector is evolving
Why it’s time for producers to dig into regenerative agriculture
Regenerative agriculture is more than a trend: it’s a fundamental rethink of how we grow, source and sell food. As pressure mounts to deliver food that does more than just taste good, food producers have a pivotal role to play
Unbottling the potential of alcohol-free beer in Europe
Alcohol-free beer is booming in Europe. Could it ever match alcohol beer in sales?
Why alcohol-free beer is thriving in Europe
Europe boasts the largest non-alcoholic beer industry in the world. Can the region provide a roadmap for future alcohol-free beer growth globally?
‘Game-changing’: Heineken massively expands on-draught alcohol-free offering
The brand now has more than 5,000 taps offering its 0.0 beer
Comment period extended for new US alcohol labeling rules
The US Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is inviting further comments on its new alcohol labeling rules: which could see alcohol required to carry calorie and allergen information