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Last Drop - Taylor Karg - Beverage Industry

Newcastle Brown Ale does a brand relaunch

Relaunch includes new recipe, packaging and social media

March 13, 2019

The beer manufacturers invited members of its key distribution networks as well as select trade media members from around the country to experience Newcastle Brown Ale in a brand-new way, including an updated recipe, new packaging designs and formats, and a revamped marketing strategy.

Cannabis-infused beverages will see growth through 2022

Beverage-makers already developing CBD- and THC-infused products

Jessica Jacobsen

March 13, 2019

Whether its CBD or THC, it seems clear that cannabis infusions have found a home in the beverage market.

Beverage operators must develop effective maintenance plans

Preventative, emergency plans necessary for effective program

John Peter Koss

February 25, 2019

Every segment of the beverage industry is a capital intensive operation. The facility, machinery, equipment and processes required to build a carbonated soft drink (CSD) plant, brewery, winery or distillery creates assets from which a return would be expected. With such important investments, the created assets must be protected to ensure maximized utilization and efficiency, as well as minimized downtime and damage.

Green Fuel Alternatives in Beverage Fleets - Beverage Industry

Green fuel alternatives’ popularity increases in beverage fleets

All-electric, propane finding place in market

Jeff Cioletti

February 21, 2019

As all-electric technology steadily expands in the market during the next several years, continuous opportunities also will emerge for other green fuel types.

Sour beers become increasingly popular within the craft community

Sour, tart flavors attract consumers

Taylor Karg

February 13, 2019

As sour profiles continue to become more popular in the beverage world, it will be interesting to see whether more craft brewers will hop on board the sour flavor train.

Out-of-stocks remain costly for retailers

IRI offers AI solution to recapture lost dollars

Jessica Jacobsen

February 13, 2019

According to Information Resources Inc. (IRI), out-of-stock products cost U.S. retailers approximately $47.4 billion each year.

The Adventurous Consumer named No. 1 trend for 2019

Plant-based market, alternative proteins key for beverage new product development

Barbara Harfmann

February 11, 2019

Targeting the increasingly adventurous consumers set on new discoveries and experiences will be key in the food and beverage industry.

Flexibility vital for beverage manufacturing configurations

Adaptable systems continue to see increased demand

John Peter Koss

January 25, 2019

Throughout the beverage supply chain, manufacturers and distributors have found that the SKU explosion has created impacts resulting in constantly changing operating conditions, making maintenance a necessity for a flexible manufacturing infrastructure.

Craft beer drinkers crave local experiences

Millennials drive craft beer sales, taproom visits

Taylor Karg

January 17, 2019

Amidst the happy hours, an activity my friends and I enjoy doing is trying out different local breweries. As we attempt to expand our beer palates, the experience and feel of the establishment also is an important factor.