British consumers are starting to wake up to the smell of good coffee as sales of more expensive varieties continue to grow in the recession, according to Mintel.
Partially defatted peanut flour could provide the foundations for an instant shake-style beverage with excellent consumer acceptance, according to a new study from the US.
Drinking three to four coffee and tea may reduce the risk of developing diabetes by 25 per cent, says a new review and meta-analysis of the data to date.
An inulin-rich extract that also contains polyphenols and other bioactive compound is very well tolerated, says a new study from France that builds the science behind an emerging product.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has asked nearly 30 beverage manufacturers to provide information showing that their caffeinated alcoholic drinks are safe.
The range of “unauthorised” Chaotic Beverages pulled from Canadian shelves recently on health fears will be reformulated to meet the country’s ingredient regulations, said importers of the product.
Health Canada has told consumers not to drink four “unauthorised” drinks made by Chaotic Beverages on fears they contain ingredients that could pose a health hazard to children.
The US market for children’s food and drink will grow in value by 50 percent from $16.4bn in 2007 to $26.8bn within two years, according to a new report from New Nutrition Business.
As the US market for functional beverages continues along a path of strong growth, Zenith International suggests there may be some unexpected areas to look out for – such as ‘anti-energy’. The market researcher shares its thoughts as part of a NutraIngredients...
Beverage giant PepsiCo is to acquire Brazil’s leading coconut water company, as part of a bid to transform its beverage portfolio towards more healthful products.
Nestle continues to spy growth for its Nespresso coffee machine system and brands with the inauguration today of its second production and distribution centre for the operations.
Barry Callebaut has extended its presence in the European market for vending machine beverage mixes to focus further on so-called gourmet chocolate and cappuccino products.
The launch of a new bottling format by soft drink group Honest Tea is claimed to be the latest development in an ongoing focus for light weighted products by the pack’s supplier.
Ingredients group Wild says it is looking beyond providing simple flavoured solutions for bottled waters products by expanding into offering functionality to the segment with a focus on caffeine kicks and glycemic indexes.
Chocolate makers seeking to leverage sales through health-positioned products could find a fresh direction with new research from the UK suggesting cocoa drinks rich in flavanols could help consumers do maths.
With the US market for fruit-based smoothie drinks expected to undergo continued growth over the coming years, the reported interest of Coca-Cola in UK-based drink group Innocent could seem timely.
The nutraceutical soft drinks segment is expected to maintain growth through the economic downturn, with sales expected to rise at high single digit rate until 2013 due to a growing international focus by multinationals, says a new report.
As the addition of herbal products and antioxidants in products like juices comes under the scrutiny of consumer groups, one supplement association says some drinks may require detailed labelling to offset potential safety concerns.
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is generally succeeding in meeting German concerns regarding sustainable consumer packaging and should continue to increase in use until 2025, claim a group supplying the material.
As café chain Starbucks announces plans to offer instant coffee at its stores to diversify in the current economic climate, the European coffee industry says it does not expect a similar shift in consumer habits in the near future.
Greater flexibility in the number of cans, bottles and cartons for separating and loading into case or tray packs is the key aim of an expanded pin metering product, according to the supplier behind the technology.
Drinking between three and five cups of coffee a day in middle age could decrease the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease by 65 per cent, says a new study from Scandinavia.
With consumers facing a brand new year ahead of them and the customary threat of new year’s resolutions, some drink makers are spying a possible opening for soft drinks orientated to adult tastes and demands.
Recent developments in ‘metallised’ compostable packaging, developed in cooperation with a US drinks group, may lead to further advances for global use in beverage products like coffees and tea, claims the material supplier.
A global roll out for probiotic straws and tea sticks, active sensors to ensure fluid levels and a new heat exchanger were among this month’s developments.
Global beverage closure demand is expected to surge over the next five years as manufacturers attempt to add more value to their products through packaging innovation, according to a new report.
This week in briefs, BeverageDaily.com examines how alcohol beats recession, Sara Lee beefs up its coffee business, and Uruguay sees the launch of its first cholesterol-lowering drink.
A supplier of a perforated stick shaped packaging is hoping to shake up the hot beverage market as both a rival to the humble tea bag, and as a means of providing drinks like coffee.
Cott, a leading supplier of private label beverages for retailers, says that its global operations continue to take a financial hit as pack resin costs and higher branded beverage sales hamper its plans.
This week, Unilever, PepsiCo and Starbucks agree on a new licensing deal to produce ready-to-drink (RDT) tea products, Scotch whisky makers are successful in obtaining Chinese copyright measures and Carlsberg expands eastwards.
Wild has increased its volume capacity for aseptic cold filling for its beverage flavour systems, saying that it can now meet customer requirements for preservative-free mixes even in peak season.
With global café chain Starbucks this week announcing a major
restructuring of it US operations to boost profitability, similar
concerns are not being shared by European coffee manufacturers
and retailers.
The growing prevalence of smoothies and other fruit based-beverages
in Britain's soft drinks market failed to prevent overall sales
volumes declines within the industry during 2007, according to the
British Soft Drink Association...
This week, Nestle could be set to team up with Japan-based Suntory
to distribute green tea drinks in the US and Coca-Cola kicks off
production at a new bottling line in Hungary.
New re-sealable packaging for beverages, designed as a
hybrid between a bottle, can and pouch, offers
processors both environmental and convenience benefits for their
products, according to its manufacturer.
High oil prices are set to exacerbate coffee supply
concerns by deterring growers from using fertilizers in
cultivating the crop, according to new figures from the
International Coffee Organisation (ICO).
Doehler is stepping up its presence within both the sourcing and
processing of citrus fruits via a Brazilian investment designed to
meet changing needs of beverage manufacturers.
Cott, a leading manufacturer of private label and branded soft
drinks, has agreed a deal with packager Sidel over the lease of
blow-moulding equipment for expansion into sustainable bottled
water production.
Promoting the potential health benefits of coffee remains one of
the foremost challenges ahead for manufacturers of the product in
2008, according to a newly formed industry trade association within
the UK.
Nestle intends to step up its focus on beverage production with the
opening yesterday of its first research and development centre
dedicated solely to drink brands destined for the food service
industry.
In this week's round-up Kirin looks to increase pricing for its
beers; Scottish & Newcastle take their battle with Carlsberg to
the courts; and China welcomes the Frappuccino.
Sara Lee is to double the amount of sustainable coffee used in its
brands to 20,000 tonnes, a move the company says
will make it the market leader in the category.
