Beer brand values rise amid alcohol-free growth
Brand Finance’s latest ranking reveals a changing beer landscape, as alcohol-free volumes rise despite pressure on the wider market
Markets
Could PepsiCo’s snack turnaround offer a blueprint for its struggling beverage business?
As pricing changes, portfolio innovation and renewed investment help revive North American snack volumes, CEO Ramon Laguarta is looking to improve soft-drink performance through increased marketing, focused innovation and stronger execution
How airports are driving trial for beverage brands
For many travelers, the airport has become a destination for beverage discovery
Supply chain pressures are testing dairy’s resilience
Dairy is one of the most mean-reverting markets in agriculture but geopolitical and environmental pressures are threatening its usual cyclicality
Sazerac acquires Au Vodka as founder backs brand’s next phase of growth
The co-founder of Au Vodka Charlie Morgan has said that having Sazerac “take the helm” is a natural step for the brand.
Beverages dominate the fastest growing brands in US
Beverage brands dominate the US market’s 25 fastest-growing brands in 2026, despite a challenging year for overall brand growth.
Folgers enters functional coffee with protein, prebiotic and focus blends
JM Smucker will launch four instant-coffee varieties in November, as it pursues growth in functional beverages
Up the food chain
Can US whiskey become ‘world’s whiskey’ despite trade hurdles?
In the face of trade barriers and fierce competition, American Whiskey Association CEO Michael Bilello is determined to make US whiskey the ‘world’s whiskey’, no matter the odds
Functional drinks boom, but can brands prove they actually work?
Demand for drinks promising everything from gut health to better sleep is soaring, but brands face growing pressure to back up their claims with robust science and regulatory compliance
The seasonal launch is dead. What comes next?
Faster trend cycles, retailer demands and shrinking product lifecycles are reshaping food and beverage innovation
The new beverage battleground is in AI recommendations vs. shelf space
AI is recognizing brands that solve a problem, according to new data
What does ‘alcohol-free’ really mean?
The definition is under debate in the UK, as producers seek to align with other European countries
UK soft drinks sector saw inflation-busting ‘record’ year in 2025
Every major soft drinks category saw growth in 2025, with a new report revealing record value for the sector.
Summer Fancy Food Show
Fragmentation reshapes grocery, creating new opportunities for specialty brands
NielsenIQ says shifting shopping habits, online growth and changing drivers of consumer trust are redefining the path to purchase and opening doors for specialty manufacturers
Iran conflict: food sector’s 8 biggest casualties
Impacts from the Iran conflict have rippled across the global food system, with disruption taking an overall toll on food security and supply chains
China beverage alcohol market driven by younger consumers and on-demand drinking trends
China’s alcohol beverage market is in a “structural reset” with younger consumers, casual social events and at home drinking replacing the business occasion as a key driver.
Private equity tightens hold on Big Food
Private equity is reshaping food and beverage, but rising costs raise questions over just how far it can go
Clear whey drives functional drinks boom amid tightening WPI supply
Active consumers want high-protein drinks that are both nutritious and refreshing. Clear whey has become a key ingredient for such formulations
Two more Coca-Cola brands reach billion dollar status
Coca-Cola has added a juice and a milk to its roster of billion-dollar brands. How did they reach superstar status?
Can Ebola disrupt coffee prices and stocks?
The border closure between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo has raised concerns over potential disruption to coffee trade - but is there a risk to global coffee prices?
The changing fortunes of alcohol in a K-shaped economy
Changing drinking habits and inflation are shaking up the economics of alcohol
Behind the bar: the forgotten art in alcohol marketing
Is there more to marketing than social media?
Global Food Tech Awards
Global Food Tech Awards EMEA heat opens: Why startups should apply and how to stand out
Calling all EMEA food and beverage startups - applications are now open and entry is free
Why dairy giants see growth in meal replacement brands
Danone, Nestlé and Lactalis have all jumped onto the ‘smart food’ bandwagon via bolt-on acquisitions. Why is the segment so strategically important?
Grocery prices cool as overall inflation jumps on energy spike
The Consumer Price Index rose 0.5% in May and 4.2% year over year, driven largely by a fresh energy price spike, even as food‑at‑home inflation inched up just 0.1%
Do baijiu’s powerful brands promise global potential?
The Chinese spirit has a lot to offer, with some powerful brands and consumers’ thirst for exotic tastes
TFWA 2026
Croissant gin? Four Pillars tests the boundaries of innovation
Australian distillery Four Pillars is reinventing what gin innovation looks like, experimenting with bold new flavours that leap beyond classic botanicals
The rise of fibremaxxing - and how it’s shaping the next wave of functional beverages
Fibre is the next protein
Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Mars and DoorDash among CPG brands chasing $7.5 billion World Cup spend
Nearly 90% of World Cup viewers plan on food and beverage purchases, fueling $7.5 billion in spending
The death of premiumisation?
Inflation is shaking up how much consumers are prepared to pay.
Do GLP-1s dull taste or enhance it?
How GLP-1s influence taste is a complex picture. Here’s what food and beverage manufacturers need to know
Alcohol shake-up: Staying in is the new going out
Inflation is pushing more people to drink at home - and opening up unexpected opportunities for alcohol brands
Could the World Cup open up a unique opportunity for alcohol-free?
With matches in Europe running late into the night, consumers will be looking for alternatives to alcohol
5 top tips for beverage flavour innovation
Whether it’s in non-alc or alcohol, flavour is what tempts consumers to try new beverages and keeps them coming back for more...
GLP-1 marketing messages: Friend or foe?
Is GLP-1 messaging a golden ticket to sales success - or does it risk alienating other consumers?
The world’s top alcohol brands
Kantar BrandZ reveals which brands dominate the global beverage alcohol market
What makes the best alcohol brands stand out?
Kantar BrandZ’s rankings shows a 7% decline in value of the world’s top 20 alcohol brands. So what’s the key to building a powerful brand in this new era?
Confectionery trends: Balancing better-for-you trends and indulgence
Can candy revive RTD tea?
Candy-inspired nostalgia could give RTD tea a much-needed spark, as brands like Ryl Tea use confectionery flavors to attract younger, health-conscious consumers into the category
Energy drink trends: US startup PHX blends hydration and energy
Florida-based functional drinks firm PHX has launched a hydration-energy drink designed to meet growing demand for multifunctional beverages
Young and sweet: Apple cider vinegar reinvented as RTD drinks
Shandong-based Lv Jie launches RTD apple cider vinegar with apple juice and prebiotics – a younger, tastier makeover to attract younger consumers
The F&B jobs AI is targeting, but is it really that dire?
AI is accelerating reformulation, automation and data-led decision making at a pace that is already reshaping roles across the food and drink workforce
Is shrinkflation illegal now?
A recent court case involving Mondelēz suggests FMCGs could be penalised for reducing pack sizes. But is this really the case?
Why coffee is make-or-break for alt dairy
To appeal to coffee aficionados, alt dairy brands must prove barista-level functionality, compete on taste and flavour innovation, and look beyond sustainability
RTD alcohol: Why the exciting, fast-moving, and chaotic category is the one to watch
RTD alcohol remains a bright spot in today’s difficult alcohol market
It’s time to stop painting Gen Z as teetotal
At 15% ABV, BuzzBallz shows Gen Z still has plenty of appetite for alcohol. And it’s not the only brand finding success with this demographic
The brands making clean alcohol a reality - and how they’re doing it
Demand for clean label has finally reached the alcohol category: but what does that mean in practice?
How RTD is unlocking new opportunities in dairy
From cold coffee to protein shakes, ready-to-drink is emerging as a winning format for dairy brands
GLP-1s and anhedonia: the death of dopamine snacking
The emergence of ‘Ozempic personality’ is intensifying questions about how GLP-1s are changing cravings, impulse eating and reward-seeking behaviour
The functional beverage checklist
From flavour and functionality to fun: here are the five crucial areas every functional beverage must address
Will cocoa alts ever be sexy? Hershey backlash opens the debate
As cocoa markets fluctuate, Hershey’s controversy shows that while alt-chocolate is advancing fast, taste and transparency remain make-or-break for consumers