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Readers name their favorite beverage of September

Tsamma Watermelon + Coconut Water Blend wins monthly poll

October 31, 2017

New age beverages are generating their fair share of attention in the U.S. market. In Beverage Industry’s Readers’ Choice: New Product of the Month poll for September, that trend continued.

Capital expenditure movement impacts beverage manufacturers, distributors

Volatility of market increases needs for capital expenditures

John Peter Koss

October 25, 2017

The beverage industry, along with electronics, textiles and food, is very volatile in terms of creating and maintaining an infrastructure that has flexibility in capacity and the capability to meet consumer demands on a periodic and sometimes instantaneous basis.

Cummins Aeos2 Urban Hauler Beverage Industry October 2017

Cummins unveils fully electric Urban Hauler Tractor

Truck manufacturer invests in alternative-fuel technologies

Tom Kelley

October 19, 2017

The company debuted its latest near-zero natural gas engine technology, super-efficient diesel engines and shared its plans to introduce what it says will be a “revolutionary” heavy-duty diesel engine in 2022.

Beverage companies reach out in wake of Hurricane Harvey

Nestlé Waters North America, Tito’s Vodka support relief efforts

Amanda Del Buono

October 13, 2017

In the wake of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, which hit southeastern Texas and Florida, respectively, beverage companies have embraced their abilities to raise funds for a cause or donate themselves to help those in Texas, Louisiana and Florida who were impacted by the storms’ devastation.

Beer brands sponsor fall festivals

Fall-inspired beverages compliment consumer events

Barbara Harfmann

October 13, 2017

The long-awaited Oktoberfest season officially is here. Many bars, restaurants and retailers promote fall offerings starting in September to get a jump on consumer excitement for fall flavors like pumpkin spice, maple, cinnamon, ginger and apple cider.

October is non-GMO month

Nielsen data shows clean label a mainstream trend

Jessica Jacobsen

October 13, 2017

For the Non-GMO Project, October is a special month because it is Non-GMO Month. As part of the annual celebration, more than 12,000 grocery stores across the United States and Canada are taking part in the month-long event to educate the public and spotlight Non-GMO Project Verified choices on their shelves.

Readers name their favorite beverages of August

Poll experiences first tie since launch

September 26, 2017

Ending a game in a tie is not as shocking in soccer matches. However, many other sports tweak rules in order to avoid such an outcome. For Beverage Industry’s Readers’ Choice New Product of the Month poll, the winner ended in a tie for the first time since the poll launched in 2014.

Sweetened beverage taxes present confusion

Beverage industry addresses sugar reduction through Balance Calorie Initiative

Jessica Jacobsen

September 15, 2017

As many working within this industry know, these taxes extend to nearly all beverage categories (minus 100 percent juice, milk, milk alternatives, infant formula, medical-use beverages, therapeutic meal replacements, or syrup and powder mixes). Many retailers and consumers are noting the confusing nature of these taxes.

Wine and spirits companies educate consumers about careers options

500th student graduates from Moonshine University

Barbara Harfmann

September 15, 2017

There’s an old adage that talks about the need to never stop learning. In the wine and spirits industries, the adage holds true. On-premise, wine and food pairings continue to be a topic of conversation for many, myself included.

Digital marketing goes beyond social media

Beverage brands offer differentiated digital marketing campaigns

Amanda Del Buono

September 15, 2017

Finding new ways to reach consumers in a crowded marketplace and digital world can be difficult. While sifting through my emails and news, I’m always intrigued by brands that are finding unique ways to utilize the digital world to connect and excite their consumers.