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Antioxidants deliver health attributes in convenient form

Dark berries, fruits and extracts popular sources for antioxidants in beverages

January 17, 2020

One of the ways in which consumers are finding a way to incorporate healthy convenience is through the use of antioxidants.

Premium tea ingredients leading the way in beverage development

Functional benefits help tea ingredients expand usage opportunities

Barbara Harfmann

December 5, 2019

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Beverage-makers and consumers alike are “singing the praises” of the healthful attributes of tea ingredients and revealing that there’s now more premium choices and categories utilizing these ingredients than ever before.

Natural glycolipids help control microorganisms in soft drinks

Dacryopinax spathularia glycolipids offers alternative to synthetic preservatives

Paul Marquardt

November 21, 2019

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These natural glycolipids offer consumer-friendly marketing options while reliably protecting beverages from spoilage.

Plant-based options gain consumer appeal

Dairy proteins remain most utilized source in fortification

Stephanie Cernivec

November 14, 2019

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In the past, consumers generally designated protein for bodybuilders and athletes. Today, it’s seen as an essential part of the average person’s daily diet.

Chocolate remains hugely popular worldwide

Indulgent chocolate formulates non-alcohol and alcohol drinks

October 14, 2019

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Consumers’ obsession with the indulgent goodness of chocolate is being sought after and savored in beverages year-round.

Botanical ingredients enhance function, flavor in beverages

Functional, health and wellness trends help boost category

Taylor Karg

September 16, 2019

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As consumers increasingly become in tune with their health, botanical ingredients are straying beyond the beauty industry and moving into the beverage market.

Health-conscious trends elevate citrus’ status in beverages

Citrus flavors proliferate in waters, teas and spirits

Jessica Jacobsen

August 12, 2019

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Although much attention is directed toward emerging ingredients, suppliers note that health-and-wellness goals also have benefited staples like citrus.

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Clean-label trends boosts spice usage in beverages

Millennials, Generation Z embrace flavor exploration

Jessica Jacobsen

July 22, 2019

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As consumers demand cleaner and more transparent products, specific ingredient markets are seeing increased interest, helping brand owners deliver on the healthy attributes they’re striving to fulfill.

Beverage fortification trends result in increased hydrocolloid usage

Suppliers work to mitigate supply chain issues

Jason O'Connell

June 5, 2019

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As the popularity of high-protein and reduced-sugar beverages continues to grow, formulators look for new ways to perfect the process while maintaining the texture, mouthfeel and taste of their products.

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Flavonoids provide health benefits, natural colorants

Dark-pigmented berries improve inflammation, promote heart, gut health

Barbara Harfmann

May 22, 2019

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Although “fabulous flavonoids” is not yet a recognizable term to many consumers, most recognize the antioxidant-rich properties and health benefits of several rich, darkly pigmented berries.

Infinitely recyclable aluminum cups to debut at Super Bowl

POWERADE ULTRA and POWERADE POWER WATER

Readers name their favorite new beverage for December

Essentia Water looks to rehydrate consumers

STōK Cold Brew releases Fueled product line

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March 17, 2020

Delivering Protein in Great Tasting, Everyday Foods

This webinar will feature an overview of a range of every day foods and review formulating techniques that will enhance the nutritional quality of these foods – particularly regarding adding protein – but also covering gluten-free and vegan approaches. We’ll cover items from breakfast, lunch and dinner – including snacks & beverages and a 100% gluten-free, vegan pizza!

April 1, 2020

State of the Beverage Industry 2020

As the North American beverage market continues to experience growth, the categories fueling this performance are not the top performers of yesteryear. Instead the future vision for the beverage industry is coming from smaller factions.

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Beverage Quality and Safety

Based on an IFT short course, Beverage Quality and Safety offers information on the latest beverage industry trends related to products, processing, and packaging technologies - including new generation nutraceutical beverages

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Beverage Industry Magazine

2020 February

The February 2020 issue dives into Essentia water, their high-pH and high aspirations for ongoing innovation. Speaking of innovation, this issue also features a special report on how (and why) the zero-proof functional beverage market is growing. Also, check out what types of rifts and shifts are shaking up the wine category and discount variety stores, as well as the latest ingredient highlights (hint: exotic fruits make an appearance). To cap it off, peruse new product releases, the latest appearances in packaging, and holistic approaches to cognitive health. Thirsty for more? Subscribe to get the latest stories delivered right to your inbox. Check back throughout the month for additional content.

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