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Clean-label formulation challenges beverage-makers

Clean ingredient sourcing, labeling clarity among hurdles

June 29, 2021

Data shows that more consumers value clean-label ingredients for beverages. However, sourcing these ingredients as well as producing clear labeling surrounding a vague “clean label” definition are among challenges beverage brands face.

Ingredient Spotlight

Hydrocolloids help beverage-makers fulfill consumer demands

Functionality, clean label among trends impacting hydrocolloids market

Stephanie Cernivec

May 24, 2021

Most recently, demand for plant-based, clean-label and reduced-sugar functional beverages has been high, according to experts. Hydrocolloids help address all of these needs.

Naked Juice Rainbow Machine

April 12, 2021

Naked Juice, a brand of PepsiCo, added Rainbow Machine, a blend of seven fruits and veggies, to its line of juice smoothies.

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Ingredient suppliers expand arsenal of ‘sweet solutions’

Consumers seeking beverages with reduced added sugars and calories

Barbara Harfmann

March 10, 2021

With consumers paying more attention to their overall health by curtailing sugar, consumers’ positive perceptions of natural, non-GMO plant-based sweeteners like stevia and monk fruit have contributed to $5 billion in sweetener category growth.

Special Report: Health & Wellness

Healthy, functional drinks dominate market

Immunity products with healthy attributes on the rise

Barbara Harfmann

February 3, 2021

In the midst of COVID-19, consumers are even more interested in functional beverages that support immunity, digestive health and contain less sugar without sacrificing on taste.

Dose wellness shots

August 28, 2020

Dose, a functional beverages brand, launched a new series of 2-ounce wellness shots.

CLEAN Cause sparkling, low-sugar, organic caffeine from yerba mate

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Clean label finds its roots in nature

Reduced sugar sports drink present clean-label opportunity

Jessica Jacobsen

July 13, 2020

“Real” ingredients from nature are helping beverage-makers deliver clean-label solutions.

R.W. Knudsen debuts organic juice beverage shots

Juice brand also releases Organic Celery Apply Cucumber Juice Blend

June 18, 2020

R.W. Knudsen Family, a brand of Orrville, Ohio-based J.M. Smucker Co., announced the launch of four new Organic Juice Beverage Shots: Pineapple Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar, Beet Juice and Carrot Black Pepper Turmeric. All are available at natural and conventional retailers, such as Amazon.com and Kroger.