BrewDog CEO James Taylor steps down from role
BrewDog CEO James Taylor has stepped down from his position at the Ellon-based brewer and pub operator business.
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BuzzBallz surges into UK Top 100 alcohol brands with record £73m growth amid RTD boom
BuzzBallz, the RTD (ready-to-drink) cocktail, has been described as the “new darling” of the UK alcohol category as it has rocketed into the Top 100
UK consumers drinking habits change as heatwave drives hydration trend
The heatwave ravaging western Europe has seen temperatures hit unprecedented highs in the UK, France and Spain
Suntory invests £14.5m to strengthen UK supply chain
Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I (SBF GB&I), the producer of Ribena and Lucozade, has announced a £14.5 million investment in the UK in a new, state-of-the-art blackcurrant processing facility.
Ingredion-Tate & Lyle deal: the future of ingredients solutions
The two ingredients giants could provide a one-stop shop for F&B and it’s part of a growing trend that will change the future of ingredients
Creatine storms functional drinks but can it really deliver?
As formulators race to stabilise creatine for RTD formats, the ingredient is moving beyond sports nutrition into mainstream wellness, yet evidence gaps and dosing challenges could shape its true potential
Building up sustainable wineries: from wine kegs to solar power
Vineyards feel extreme weather events particularly acutely. For them, sustainability is not just an add-on: it’s an essential.
Nestlé Waters sale tested as buyers weigh risks
As scandals mount and strategy shifts, the industry is watching to see whether Nestlé opts for a full or partial exit from Waters
Iran-US peace deal: What it means for food
The deal includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz
Nestlé USA eliminates artificial colors as part of broader reformulation overhaul
While Nestlé has reached this particular milestone ahead of schedule, it positions the achievement as one step in a longer-term strategy focused on cleaner labels, product innovation and greater consumer trust
Motion and sound: The unexpected marketing genius of Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola’s logo is recognised worldwide - but there’s more to the brand than meets the eye
6 ways to keep microplastics out of food and drink
Microplastic contamination poses significant risks for consumers
Hidden plastics: tackling the drinks packaging problem
Drinks packaging may seem plastic-free, but hidden plastic remains widespread
Monster chases global energy drink growth with Coca-Cola distribution muscle
Monster executives say the company still has a long runway outside the US as it rolls out market-specific products, affordable brands and female-focused lines such as FLRT, while international sales climb to 45% of revenue
Energy drink company Celsius faces investigation over youth marketing
Texas attorney general’s office is looking into whether the energy drink giant misled customers, following death of teenager
Coca-Cola navigates K-shaped economy with AI
President and CFO John Murphy says the company is moving beyond a pre-COVID volume mindset to stay relevant with both premium and value shoppers
RTD alcohol shines for Brown-Forman in difficult spirits market
The US spirits giant saw RTD alcohol sales grow 11% in FY2026: a highlight as the alcohol industry faces an increasingly challenging environment
New product development
New beverage launches: Bubblegum beer, Cointreau Spicy and more…
Functional hydration and flavour-led alcohol innovations drive new product development trends this week
Keurig Dr Pepper’s meteoric rise in energy offers blueprint for CPG category expansion
From partnerships to acquisitions, Keurig Dr Pepper’s ‘build-buy-partner’ model underpins its rapid rise in energy drinks and signals how large beverage companies may enter future growth categories
Muscle Milk undergoes it’s ‘biggest transformation’ with Pro lineup
For Muscle Milk, the challenge – and opportunity – is to meet consumers’ varied needs with simplicity and nutrient density
Nestlé snaps up smart food brand Yfood
The first acquisition under new CEO Philipp Navratil comes just two months after Danone announced its acquisition of Huel
Nestlé doubles down on growth in bold strategy shift
Nestlé resets growth strategy with shift away from price hikes and back towards volumes, brands and execution
Nestlé Waters crisis deepens as new footage exposes scale of alleged plastic dumping
Nestlé Waters under mounting pressure over alleged plastic dumping and water contamination
Which brands could Nestlé axe next?
Nestlé wants to become a leaner business. As it weighs its priorities, could brands like Coffee Mate and Carnation become dispensable?
Danone’s €1bn Huel bid sparks competition scrutiny
Danone’s €1bn bid for Huel faces CMA scrutiny, highlighting rising regulatory pressures on Big Food
Danone bets on protein coffee to shake up RTD nutrition
As the company expands its ambient protein shakes range in North America, it quietly backs an emerging category. Would consumers respond?
BrewDog co-founder to launch new beer brand
James Watt announces the launch of Second Best. Coming almost 20 years after BrewDog’s debut, what will be different?
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Jägermeister eyes Gen Z growth with orange liqueur focus
Jägermeister is in what it calls its ‘orange era’, doubling down on capturing Gen Z consumers all over the world with its latest Jägermeister Orange liqueur
Is Heineken close to finding its next CEO?
Dolf van den Brink will leave at the end of the month: with no replacement or interim CEO appointed
Nestlé Waters sites raided over alleged “deceit”
Nestlé Waters sites raided in France amid fraud claims
Mondelēz, Unilever, FrieslandCampina and others commit to regenerative agriculture acceleration
Forty major food companies pledge to accelerate regenerative methods across their supply chains
Why Guinness is bucking all the trends in alcohol
The stout continues to see viral popularity despite alcohol’s decline
Danone walks away from Lifeway with $67.4m stake sale
The two companies are drawing a line under a long-running and fractious relationship
Why beverage entrepreneurs are zooming in on protein soda
Jeff Church, best known for his success with Suja Juice, launches Proda with Peaky Blinders actor Matthew Postlethwaite. The entrepreneur reveals his secrets for building brands in emerging categories
Taylors Wines bets on lighter reds and Asian cuisine for Syrah launch
As demand grows for lighter, food-friendly reds, Taylors Wines is entering the category with a Syrah targeted for Asian cuisine
Tea among the stars: Space sakura and decaf drive Japan firm exports
Space sakura tea and decaffeinated teas are part of Japan GreenTea’s export push, combining novelty, aesthetics and healthier beverage options
Carlsberg Malaysia reaffirms premiumisation as key growth lever amid uncertainty
Carlsberg Malaysia will double down on its premiumisation priorities, leveraging premium products and innovation to drive growth despite challenging market conditions
Monster Beverage Corp may raise prices as aluminum costs surge amid global tensions
Monster executives warned aluminum and freight costs are expected to climb sequentially through year-end, but said category demands remain healthy even after price hikes last fall
Celsius now controls a fifth of the US energy drink market
The company announces that one out of every five energy drinks purchased in Q1 2026 was from Celsius, Alani Nu or Rockstar
Beyond Meat prepares for drinks launch as losses begin to slow
Sales continue to fall, particularly in foodservice, but the company sees some signs of recovery
The world’s oldest food and drink brands and how they’ve survived
Is there a recipe for long-term food and drink brand success? Let’s explore…
Instant coffee now included in EUDR
And a ‘no-risk’ benchmarking category is off the table
PepsiCo’s second restaurant gamble is bigger, bolder and riskier
Following its first foray into hospitality in Madrid, PepsiCo is doubling down in Shanghai to test just how far a snack brand can stretch
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Kraft Heinz insights: Is the concept of consumer brand loyalty dead?
In an era where consumers are bombarded with new products at every turn and purchasing decisions are increasingly influenced by technology, is brand loyalty no longer a thing? There is hope yet, says Kraft Heinz
Nestlé returns to growth but recovery remains fragile
Nestlé’s Q1 results reassured investors, but uneven volumes urge caution
New product development
New beverage launches: Trip, Innocent, McGuigan and more…
RTDs, non-alc beer, sleep supplements and lighter packaging, it’s all happening for drinks brands in this week’s NPD roundup
How Coca-Cola is winning in a K-shaped economy
Coca-Cola enjoyed a strong start to the year with net revenues up 12% in Q1. What is the beverage giant doing right?
SNAP restrictions are reshaping sugary food purchases
Ibotta data shows states prohibiting the use of SNAP funds to buy ‘unhealthy’ products are reshaping sugary beverage and snack demand
How to build a beverage brand: Neutonic on reaching its $60m valuation from nootropic drink growth
Co-founder and personal trainer James Smith talks innovation, growth and social media stardom... and his hands-on approach to customer service
From ambient to plant-based: Where Danone is taking protein next
Danone leads the high-protein yogurt space in the US. Now, it’s branching into new categories and formats