Caffè Nero and Myprotein launch new protein lattes
The move taps into growing demand for protein-enriched drinks, with the new iced matcha and latte containing up to 25g of protein per serving
Tea & coffee
New beverage launches: Rude Health, three whiskey releases and more
Brands are tapping into indulgence, innovation, sustainability and changing consumer preferences with the release of coffee creamers, new plant-based milks and premium whiskies
Nestlé takes Starbucks home as cold caffeine craze heats up
Nestlé capitalises on demand for cold caffeinated drinks with Starbucks Refreshers Concentrates
Protein, coffee and convenience drive Chobani’s next phase of expansion
Health and wellness trends have galvanised demand for nutrient-rich foods, supporting sales expansion across key dairy categories. US Greek yogurt major Chobani is taking note
Mahou San Miguel expands coffee business as it continues to diversify beyond beer
Spanish brewer Mahou San Miguel is strengthening its coffee business with the acquisition of La Flor Del Café and Gran Café Royal.
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
New beverage launches: Campari, Nespresso, Damm and more…
Flavour nostalgia, alcohol moderation, premiumisation and workplace experiences… brands across beer, spirits, coffee and sports nutrition are launching innovations designed to capture evolving consumer habits
Twinings and Ovaltine expected to impact profit for Associated British Foods
The weather features heavily in Q4 update and predictions for the financial year ahead
Mubadala backs Luckin Coffee with $1bn minority stake
Abu Dhabi-based global investor Mubadala has taken a US$1 billion stake in Luckin Coffee, to capitalise on the growing coffee market in China.
Nestlé shifts strategy from scale to execution
Coffee, Petcare and emerging markets at centre of Nestlé’s new strategy as the food giant moves away from growth through scale
Nestlé: Coffee sustainability key to avoiding cocoa-like crisis
Could coffee face the same turmoil as cocoa? Nestlé shares its strategy to secure supply, boost sustainability and avoid sharp price hikes in major brands like Nescafe
Tea yet to reach ‘Coffee Moment’ as UK consumers remain habit-driven
Brits might be a nation of tea drinkers but the beverage has still some way from having its own ‘coffee moment’, YouGov research commissioned by Birchall Tea has suggested.
Hershey joins confectionery megatrend with coffee crossover
Reese’s joins collaboration craze with cross-category coffee launch
Matcha made easy: Startups turn ritual into routine with convenient formats
As matcha’s popularity grows, Chuh, Shinzo and other emerging brands are using convenience, flavor innovation and new formats to turn a café favorite into a packaged beverage category
Could hard tea be the new hard selzer?
Tea is evolving into a “versatile flavour platform” that bridges the alcohol and non-alcoholic divide, with hard teas and RTDs driving innovation.
Are global coffee sustainability strategies falling short?
Coffee sustainability worldwide is at a crossroads, as prices fluctuate and concerns grow over climate change, farmer incomes and long-term supply resilience
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?
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
Does cultivated coffee have a future?
With pressure on conventional coffee production, coffee grown in a lab is one alternative that could ease demand
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
EUDR: How does the simplification impact compliance?
The regulatory burden has been significantly reduced
Route to growth: Philippines sets aside $40.6m for farm-to-market roads to boost coffee production
The Philippine government sets aside PHP2.5bn (US$40.6m) for farm-to-market roads that open access to 29,000 hectares to boost coffee production as it shifts towards high-value crop exports.
New product development
New beverage launches: PepsiCo melted ice pop, Aqua Libra, Twinings and more…
From matcha energy, alcohol-free aperitifs and nostalgia, summer flavours are driving drinks brands forward this summer
Can coffee weather the storm?
Extreme climate events are now a huge challenge for the coffee industry.
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
Instant coffee now included in EUDR
And a ‘no-risk’ benchmarking category is off the table
Rethinking the coffee replacement
Coffee alternatives are rising not as replacements, but as functional upgrades
Coffee’s cognitive benefits may act through the microbiota–gut–brain axis
New research from APC Microbiome Ireland suggests coffee-driven changes in the gut microbiome may relate to brain function and behaviour.
New product development
New beverage launches: Fibre shots, Capri Sun, Captain Morgan and more…
Non-alcoholic beer and mid-strength wine, fibre shots, hydration pouches and flavour-led spirits are top of the agenda for brands
Nestlé weathers formula crisis to deliver strong Q1 growth
Nestlé overcomes infant formula recall to deliver solid Q1 growth, powered by Coffee and Confectionery
Is coffee ready for the EUDR?
As the deadline for the regulation approaches, the commodity continues to grapple with barriers to compliance
New product development
New beverage launches: Patrón, Nestlé, Starbucks, prebiotic soda and more…
From functional sodas and iced coffee formats to high-proof tequila and design-led whisky, brands are pushing to capture new consumption occasions
Nestlé backs filtered brews as next major coffee trend
Nestlé predicts filtered coffee will see a surge that reflects rising consumer demand for cleaner flavours and innovative brews, especially in APAC
Coffee prices: Why 2026 is set to be a roller-coaster ride
It is getting harder and harder to predict what the market will do next
What if coffee was the missing ingredient in plant-based meat?
A surprising ingredient could help plant-based meat tackle one of its biggest problems: taste
Keurig Dr Pepper appoints Rafael Oliveira as CEO of new coffee giant
The announcement comes as Keurig Dr Pepper completes the acquisition of JDE Peet’s
16 trends at Expo West: Convenience, function and ‘feel good’ food redefines innovation and marketing
From packaging breakthroughs and GLP-1-friendly formulations to regenerative claims and sensory-driven products, brands are balancing health, sustainability and indulgence in a rapidly evolving market
Future of coffee: How it must adapt to survive
Climate pressures and production costs will force the sector to adapt, but the threat is not existential
Abundant coffee crops; consumer wobbles and the Iran conflict: Another shake-up for coffee prices?
Coffee prices had finally started declining: but what’s next?
Nestlé leans into ‘convenient indulgence’ as the fourth wave of coffee accelerates
Nestlé is doubling down on cold, convenient and customizable coffee solutions as Gen Z drives the rise of fourth‑wave, at‑home café culture
Why instant coffee could be added to EUDR - and implications for industry
Insiders say instant coffee will be added to Europe’s deforestation regulation, impacting some of the biggest names in the business
How cow‑free milk is changing coffee culture
By pouring its cow‑free milk into America’s favourite beverage, Strive Freemilk is normalising a new kind of dairy
Vietnam’s coffee crisis threatens to upend global supply chains
Despite consumer coffee prices slipping, Vietnam’s brewing supply‑chain crisis threatens a painful whiplash for manufacturers as climate chaos, shrinking yields and land pressures trigger a new wave of cost volatility
Coffee prices drop after record highs
For once, weather may not be the deciding factor
Innovation in functional coffee creamers takes off
The rise of the US coffee creamer category has been largely fuelled by flavour innovation and brand collabs. But functional creamers represents a rapidly growing area.
Iran Conflict: What does this mean for global food sector?
The ongoing tensions in Iran could disrupt supply routes and drive volatility across key food commodities such as rice and meat
Keurig Dr Pepper’s $18bn acquisition of JDE Peet’s on track to close in April
KDP will ultimately split into a coffee business and a refreshment beverage business
Why Arla wins through protein and trend-driven drink formats
Arla Foods’ record-breaking 2025 was forged by carefully-executed long-term strategy. Here’s how the dairy co-op has gone from strength to strength
Nestlé sharpens focus on coffee as key growth engine
Nestlé’s new coffee pillar brings together global power brands Nescafé, Nespresso and Starbucks. And RTD coffee will be a feature for all three...
From recalls to cold coffee: What to expect from Nestlé’s FY25 results
After a year marked by a CEO shake-up and its biggest ever product recall, the Swiss CPG major is embarking on a strategic reset in 2026