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Beverage Beat

Smarter hydration takes center stage in beverage development

Beverage-makers highlight reduced sugar formulations in hydration drinks

July 16, 2021

Many consumers understand the importance of hydration, but survey data shows they might need a reminder about what proper hydration entails.

Ingredient Spotlight

Advancements in masking solutions help elevate functional beverages

Sugar reduction, sustainable protein aid in masking utilization

July 9, 2021

The utilization of functional ingredients is prompting beverage-makers to source masking solutions so that the next generation of beverages deliver on function and taste.

PepsiCo 2020 Sustainability Report showcases food system progress

Report highlights efforts to encourage consumers to make positive personal, environmental choices

June 30, 2021

PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., published its 2020 Sustainability Report, presenting its continued momentum to create positive change for the planet and people while acknowledging the significant work ahead to address pressing challenges in the food system, such as climate change, fertile topsoil loss, packaging waste and inequality. The report outlines how during a tumultuous year for consumers, employees and partners, PepsiCo advanced its social and sustainability agenda across its supply chain.

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.

Dr Pepper launches Dr Pepper Zero Sugar

New carbonated soft drink available in Original, Cherry and Cream Soda

April 19, 2021

Dr Pepper, a brand of Keurig Dr Pepper, Plano, Texas, announced the launch of Dr Pepper Zero Sugar, which celebrates the blend of its signature 23 flavors in a zero sugar soda. The new variety now is available nationwide in Original, Cherry and Cream Soda flavors.

Baileys Deliciously Light

March 2, 2021

Diageo North America is expanding the Baileys Original Irish Cream family with the release of Baileys Deliciously Light.

Spindrift releases Unsweetened Lemonade Sparkling Waters

Extension combines bold real fruit ingredients with little to no sugar

February 15, 2021

Spindrift, Newton, Mass., is putting its signature spin on a summertime favorite.

True Citrus launches True Lemon Kids clean-label drink mixes

Launch coincides with Walmart gift card giveaway promotion

December 3, 2020

Baltimore-based True Citrus launched True Lemon Kids, a low-sugar, clean-label powdered drink mix designed for children.

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R&D Feature

Immunity-conscious consumers seek fortified beverages

Consumers seek improved health, on-the-go nutrition

Sarah Graybill

November 30, 2020

Consumers’ increased focus on health and performance has been exacerbated by the pandemic’s influence on immunity-focused consumers. Meanwhile, beverage-makers are innovating ways to fortify beverages in ways that also deliver on taste and texture.

R&D Feature

Consumers demand higher performance from beverages

Performance beverages must deliver more taste, functionality

Sarah Graybill

September 24, 2020

As consumers place greater emphasis on health and wellness, performance beverages are adding more to their arsenal. From lower sugar, to better flavor and increased functionality, consumers demand that performance beverages outperform their former selves.