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Cider poised to take over from alcopops

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Cider poised to take over from alcopops

By RJ Whitehead

Cider’s dramatic rise in popularity among Australian consumers appears to have come at the expense of pre-mixed spirits, according to new market research figures.

Was it worth it? InnoBev Global Soft Drinks Congress 2014

BEVERAGEDAILY.COM SCORE: 88.75% - 'ZENITH HITS TOP GEAR'

Was it worth it? InnoBev Global Soft Drinks Congress 2014

By Ben BOUCKLEY

We're starting up a new slot at BeverageDaily.com called 'Was it worth it?' to review beverage conferences and trade shows. First up is Zenith International's Innobev Global Soft Drinks Congress in Lisbon. The sun was shining there...

Heineken’s Lager Margarita...A Bud Light Rita beater?

analyst notes 'Authenticity' aspect to beat away bud light competition

Heineken’s Lager Margarita...A Bud Light Rita beater?

By Ben BOUCKLEY

Heineken will launch lager margaritas in the US from April as it bids to replicate the success of Anheuser Busch InBev’s Bud Light Ritas line.

From Capri Sun to Chobani: Beverage pouches in pictures

FLEXIBLE PACKAGING 2014: POUCHES TURN HEADS, WIN AWARDS...

From Capri Sun to Chobani: Beverage pouches in pictures

By Mark ASTLEY

Since Capri Sun hit shelves in the 1980s, brands from across the beverage sector have been following suit. But it's not just wine and juice, manufacturers of beer, cocktails, sports drinks, and dairy beverages are benefiting from the convenience...

Should RTD teas pounce on pouches? Analyst says ‘Yes!’

FLEXIBLE PACKAGING 2014: TRANSPARENCY BREAKTHROUGH, CLOSURE ADVANCES

Should RTD teas pounce on pouches? Analyst says ‘Yes!’

By Ben BOUCKLEY

RTD teas provide undeveloped opportunities for flexible packaging, but brand owners must look long term rather than expect short-term penetration, one analyst believes.

Esterform Packaging

More firms move away from breakable glass

By Jenny Eagle

Demand from elderly consumers and students for consumer packaging that is lighter in weight and easy to carry has led to a move away from breakable glass, according to Esterform Packaging.

Rosé grapefruit pamplemousse Wine Intelligence

Preview: Vinisud February 24-26

Flavoured wines big hit with younger drinkers

By Rachel Arthur

Demand for flavoured wines continues to grow, according to a report from Wine Intelligence that will be presented at tradeshow Vinisud next week.  

Booze is packed with calories, and labeling them on pack would help consumers keep track of how much they are consuming, say consumer groups

Should booze come with a Nutrition Facts panel?

By Elaine WATSON

We all know that too much alcohol can make you drunk, but it can also make you fat, say consumer groups who argue that bottles of beer, wine and spirits should come with a Nutrition Facts panel that clearly states how many calories they contain per serving.

The Bud Light Lime-a-Rita effect: Fruit-flavored beers woo women

BUT CONSUMER EDGE INSIGHT SURVEY SHOWS CHALLENGES FOR BEER

The Bud Light Lime-a-Rita effect: Fruit-flavored beers woo women

By Ben BOUCKLEY

The US beer market is losing ground to spirits and wine among its core consumer groups but fruit-flavored brands such as AB InBev’s Bud Light Lime-a-Rita are attracting new female drinkers into the category.

From Kant to the 6 o'clock swill: creative ways to limit alcohol abuse

From Kant to the 6 o'clock swill: creative ways to limit alcohol abuse

By Julian Baggini

Philosopher Julian Baggini has been commissioned by the New Zealand Food and Grocery Council to give his take on the serious issues affecting the industry. Here, he looks at how alcohol abuse can be tackled by using the brain more than legislative brawn.

Stealing the show! Hot beverage concepts at Anuga 2013

ANUGA TASTE THE FUTURE 2013: WE HIT THE SHOW FLOOR

Stealing the show! Hot beverage concepts at Anuga 2013

By Ben BOUCKLEY

Orang-Utan themed drinks for kids with a high fruit juice content, malted non-alcoholic beverages sold under the Tiger Beer brand? Here's what tickled the jury's tastebuds at the 'Anuga Taste 13' awards in Cologne.

French safety agency ANSES warns of energy drinks exercise risk

WIDE-RANGING NATIONAL REPORT WARNS 'VULNERABLE' GROUPS including children

French safety agency ANSES warns of energy drinks exercise risk

By Ben BOUCKLEY

French food safety agency ANSES recommends that the nation stop drinking energy drinks together with alcohol and during physical exercise due to the risk of adverse effects from caffeine.

Coca-Cola Japan makes history with world’s first HOT sparkling drink

JAPANESE SCIENTISTS TOOK FOUR YEARS TO DEVELOP BEVERAGE

Coca-Cola Japan makes history with world’s first HOT sparkling drink

By Ben BOUCKLEY

Coca-Cola Japan will launch the world’s first hot carbonated drink next month and says the Canada Dry line extension ‘redefines stereotypical thinking’ that sparkling beverages are only served cold.

US analyst spies flexible favor in RTD tea, beer and sports drinks

BEVERAGEDAILY.COM SPECIAL EDITION: FLEXIBLE BEVERAGE PACKAGING

US analyst spies flexible favor in RTD tea, beer and sports drinks

By Mark ASTLEY

While the best beverage prospects for the flexible packaging industry continue to lie with wine, sports drinks, ready-to-drink teas and even beer present significant opportunities for pouch manufacturers, US packaging analyst Joe Iorillo told BeverageDaily.com.

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