Ingredients

‘Oath’ milk alternative delivers plant protein power

15-Oct-2019 By Beth Newhart

A new organic oat-based beverage is set to launch in the US as a high-protein milk alternative. Oath sources its protein from almonds, pumpkin seeds and oats.

Coca-Cola launches 28 SKUs at NACS: ‘There’s no channel better to start in than convenience’

11-Oct-2019 By Beth Newhart

Proving its power as a total beverage company, Coca-Cola North America showcased 28 new SKUs at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) show this month in Atlanta. Energy, coffee, tea, juice, water and more hit the expo floor.

‘We’re trying to disrupt categories that we go into’: Nestlé turns Outshine fruit bars into coconut water

10-Oct-2019 By Beth Newhart

After years of success with Outshine frozen fruit bars, Nestlé USA is crossing categories with its new coconut water beverages. It rounds out its c-store portfolio, all on display at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) show in Atlanta...

C-store beverages: What’s new at NACS?

10-Oct-2019 By Beth Newhart

The National Association of Convenience Stores has been meeting since 1961, and today the expo covers more than 400,000 square feet. The 2019 show was held in Atlanta October 2-4, bringing together retailers, wholesalers, suppliers and exhibitors from...

Canned kombucha KÖE gears up for relaunch

08-Oct-2019 By Beth Newhart

After a year testing in small markets and tweaking its formulation, KÖE is planning a relaunch of its shelf-stable kombucha for early 2020.

Decafino opens the coffee world to decaf drinkers on-the-go

01-Oct-2019 By Beth Newhart

A pouch that can decaffeinate brewed beverages like coffee and tea has been developed by a chemical engineer from the University of Washington. Decafino’s commercial launch is planned for May of 2020 in the US.

Craft brewing contributes $79bn a year to US economy

01-Oct-2019 By Beth Newhart

Craft brewers contributed $79.1bn to the US economy and employed 559,545 people in 2018, according to the latest figures from the Brewers Association.

"The benefits of hemp are timeless": CBD tea follows coffee launch from Willie Nelson

30-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

Willie’s Remedy, a CBD company co-founded by American singer Willie Nelson, is rolling out more varieties in its line of CBD-infused loose leaf tea.

Celebrity tequila vs small craft brands: an ‘ultra premium’ battle

24-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

Following the landmark success of George Clooney’s tequila brand Casamigos, a crop of celebrities have tried to mimic its popularity with their own labels in the US. But can the trend last and hold up against small label, craft tequilas?

Gen X holds more potential in alcohol than millennials

23-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

Most food and beverage categories direct their marketing strategy toward millennials and the upcoming Gen Z generations, largely disregarding everyone older than 40. Experts say it’s the wrong move.

The last 30 years in beverages: How have consumers changed?

16-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

While soda may have dominated shelves in the 1990s, today’s shoppers are seeking increasingly sophisticated functional beverages. Data company Kantar has analyzed consumer behavior in a new report that highlights the last three decades in the US beverage...

Australian cold brew coffee spreads in the US

16-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

Bluestone Lane’s Australia-inspired cafe chain is its expanding its beverage options with ready-to-drink iced coffee and cold brew, including a partnership with Elmhurst 1925.

Bringing back the brew: US coffee innovates for fall

13-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

Coffee brands kick it up a notch in the fall, capitalizing on the category’s popularity during the colder months. From spiked cold brew to CBD infusions, US coffee is taking a fresh approach to autumn 2019.

Caribou shrinks store concept and introduces sparkling energy drinks

12-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

Caribou Coffee is switching up its consumer model this fall by testing small-format ‘Little Blue Cabin’ stores in its home state of Minnesota. The Cabins will feature Caribou’s new line of caffeinated, sparkling beverages.

Bardstown opens new visitor center along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail

10-Sep-2019 By Beth Newhart

The Bardstown Bourbon Company has opened new facilities for locals, tourists and bourbon enthusiasts, featuring tours, cocktail classes, exclusive tastings and private event spaces.