Articles Tagged with ''functional beverages''

Westrock Coffee Co. recently published a report that found nearly one-third of U.S. coffee drinkers expressed interest in beverages that deliver targeted health benefits.

With functional beverage trends on the rise, experts highlight how the carbonated soft drink market is shifting gears to meet consumer demand.

OLIPOP CEO Ben Goodwin discusses the past, present, and future of the prebiotic soda brand as it’s reached a $1.85 billion valuation. 

Experts share how the plant proteins market has performed and express which proteins work best in varying beverage formulations.

Entertainment icon and entrepreneur Snoop Dogg announced a strategic investment and partnership with Harmony Craft Beverages, Los Angeles, to launch Iconic Tonics, a premium functional beverage brand aimed at redefining adult beverage alternatives.

Bloom Pop is set to hit shelves around Labor Day 2025 across Walmart and other major retailers nationwide.

Experts share that automation has improved efficiency, consistency and scalability within the beverage industry. 

OLIPOP, Oakland, Calif., announced the successful closing of its Series C funding round, anchored by a $50 million investment from J.P. Morgan Private Capital’s Growth Equity Partners. Spearheaded by J.P. Morgan, this final anticipated round of equity financing for OLIPOP catapults the brand’s valuation to $1.85 billion.

Global icon and entrepreneur Paris Hilton and her next-gen media company 11:11 Media partnered with Vitapod to launch an exclusive new product line, resulting in a collection of drink pods that deliver essential nutrients along with minerals and polyphenols.

With more interest in the brain-body connection, consumers increasingly are seeking beverage solutions that not only support cognitive health, but also mental and emotional well-being.