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As more states submit waiver for SNAP Food Restrictions, carbonated soft drink (CSD) brands are seeing the short-term impacts, based on Ibotta data. 

Recent data from GSTV shows that despite navigating rising prices, a large majority of consumers are shopping convenience stores while seeking value and discovery.

EY organization released its Consumer Beverage Survey, which found three major aspects are reshaping beverage choice and consumption behavior: health, digital engagement and generation shifts. 

As functional beverages with added benefits are gaining momentum, a recent insight from Flavorchem spotlights key trends shaping tea, alcohol, as well as functional wellness beverages.

The FDA recently revised its approach to beverage labels in terms of artificial colors, while also approving two new natural color solutions. Kathleen Sanzo with Morgan Lewis details how this will impact food and beverage-makers.

During its first Honey R&D Summit of the year, the National Honey Board (NHB) detailed the magnificence of honeybees and why the ingredient is not just a typical sweetener, but a functional powerhouse.

A Numerator survey finds 78% of U.S. households surveyed reported paying some attention to protein in their diets. To support protein needs, beverage-makers are offering more ways to deliver the macro nutrient.

The International Bottled Water Association (IBWA) highlights how proper hydration is critical during winter months, especially because people are less likely to feel thirsty at this colder time of year.

Mintel’s “2026 Global Food & Drink Predictions” report highlights how empathetic brands can help consumers who are feeling like they are only surviving, rather than thriving.

A new definition of hemp with cap on THC per container could halt the burgeoning cannabis beverage if stakeholders don’t connect with policy-makers.