Plant-Based Beverages

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Chobani, New Berlin, N.Y., introduced Chobani Oatmilk Pumpkin Spice, a rich, creamy, pumpkin spice flavored oat drink made from whole grain oats. The latest addition to the brand’s pumpkin patch is vegan-friendly, a good source of calcium, free of dairy and lactose, and perfect for pumpkin spice enthusiasts looking for fall beverages that don’t compromise on quality or flavor, it says.

Ripple Foods, a leader in plant-based dairy, announced the newest addition to its portfolio of plant-based products: Ripple Kids Unsweetened Original Milk.

Once Upon A Coconut announced the launch of two new flavor varieties, adding to its existing product line: Coconut Water with Chocolate and Coconut Water with Pineapple.

This year’s State of the Industry report on dairy drinks and alternatives notes the impact inflation has had on the categories, as well as the rise of plant-based options.

Consumer trends in health and wellness have benefited plant waters, particularly coconut water as shoppers look to cut back on sugar, experts note. 

So Delicious Dairy Free, a brand of Danone North America, announced entering into the oat milk category with the launch of its new Organic Oatmilk.

Goode Health announced the launch of The Ultimate Wellness Blend, a customizable smoothie blend packed with four kinds of high-grade plant-based proteins.

REBBL announced the expansion of its Protein Beverage line to include five new flavored beverages made with 100% organic, plant-powered and functional ingredients.

REBBL, a plant-powered functional beverage brand, brings wellness and gut health to its portfolio with new no added sugar Wellness Elixir innovations: Tropical Greens and Berry Roots.

As plant-based beverages have grown elevenfold since the turn of the century, discussions have percolated regarding the use of the term milk. Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced draft recommendations for the industry on the naming of these products as well as recommendations on voluntary nutrient statements for their labeling.