Beverage Industry identifies top performers of past year
June 5, 2025
For the global beverage market, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) seem to be the new normal. Based on 2024 fiscal year sales, this year’s Top 100 Beverage Companies report, compiled by the editors of Beverage Industry, has seen a collection of long-running entities exit the list as they merged or were part of an acquisition. Through this M&A activity, we have welcomed more thriving innovators across the alcohol and non-alcohol beverage markets.
RECOVER 180, Los Angeles, an organic sports drink from Lance Collins, announced a high-powered partnership with country music icon Jason Aldean — launching just in time for the kickoff of his electrifying Full Throttle Tour.
Electrolit, a premium hydration beverage crafted with pharmaceutical quality grade ingredients, announced the launch of Pink Grapefruit, on shelves exclusively at 7-Eleven.
As consumers prioritize active lifestyles and physical well-being, experts highlight how functional beverage trends are driving growth and innovation within the sports, protein drink markets.
BODYARMOR Sports Drink announced a refreshed visual identity, including a new wordmark, bold packaging and first-ever brand icon. Alongside the new visual identity is the launch of “Choose Better,” an integrated master-brand campaign.