Botanicals | Beverage Industry

PARCH Prickly Paloma and Spiced Piñarita

June 22, 2022

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Parch Spirits Co. announced the launch of its first non-alcohol, blue weber agave-based canned cocktail: PARCH.

R&D Features

Botanical beverage innovations emerge across beverage categories

Botanical flavor profiles help bridge gap between indulgence and functionality

Lauren Sabetta

May 20, 2022

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As consumers are taking a proactive approach to holistic well-being, experts note that many are searching for flavors they link to products that may be formulated to support wellness.

Yes Way Rosé Blueberry + Lavender Spritz

March 29, 2022

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Yes Way Rosé announced the launch of its newest flavor combination: Blueberry + Lavender Spritz.

Mixicles Botanical Cocktail Mixers

February 8, 2022

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Mixicles, the natural cocktail mixer company, announced its botanically infused frozen cubes are available in more than 330 Kroger stores in Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky and West Virginia.

Real Good Tea

February 4, 2022

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Portfolio Beverages Inc. launched Real Good Tea, a line of functionally infused teas. The new line is formulated with all-natural ingredients, including botanicals, vitamins and high-quality hemp extract, providing a blend of taste and function, the company says.

Last Drop

Beverage brands expected to continue emphasizing presence of familiar flavors

Within spirits and beverage alcohol, simplicity takes the form of moderation

Lauren Sabetta

January 17, 2022

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With health and wellness continuing to drive trends, beverage brands are opting for simplicity, as more consumers are asking for loud and proud, single-note flavors.

Gist 25-calorie prebiotic sparkling beverage

Vitamins, minerals key to good health

Immunity takes center stage with vitamins D, K

Barbara Harfmann

December 2, 2021

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The usage of vitamin D and K in combination bolsters immune support, while botanical extracts, such as acerola, beetroot and yerba mate, provide vitamins and antioxidants. Minerals such as zinc also are trending.

DRY launches non-alcohol Botanical Bubbly Reserve

Sparkling beverage release available in Lavender 75, Spiced Pear varieties

November 22, 2021

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DRY Soda Co., Seattle, announced the debut of a new sophisticated sparkling beverage: Botanical Bubbly Reserve.

Beverage R&D Feature

Natural colors shine through in beverage formulations

Formulators rely on arsenal of clean-label color options

Barbara Harfmann

October 27, 2021

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As consumers up their healthy lifestyles, they are searching for natural, clean label and non-GMO color products. Fact.MR estimates that the global natural food colors industry will reach $17 billion by 2031.

Ingredient Spotlight

Plant-based extracts fill the need for health, functionality amid pandemic

Stress management fueling increased demand for adaptogens

Stephanie Cernivec

August 17, 2021

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The numbers don’t lie — botanical ingredients are gaining favor in the food and beverage market. Interest in botanicals is on the rise for various reasons, which has only been boosted by the COVID-19 pandemic, experts note.