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Lucky Energy Slush

2026 State of the Beverage Industry: Energy drinks, shots market embraces innovation, functionality

Consumers look to energy drink category for functional benefits
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Lauren Sabetta
July 10, 2026
This year’s State of the Industry report on energy drinks notes that although energy drinks are evolving to meet consumers’ broader wellness expectations, the traditional shot format is struggling to keep pace.
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Venturi Bold Brew - Strawberry Hibiscus

2026 State of the Beverage Industry: Coffee remains consumers’ staple beverage

Variety, convenience prompt coffee market growth
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Lauren Sabetta
July 9, 2026
This year’s State of the Industry report on coffee and RTD coffee highlights that despite market volatility in supply chains and pricing, variety, convenience, and premiumization trends are driving category growth.
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Teapigs branded herbal tea blends

2026 State of the Beverage Industry: Tea market finds footing by utilizing functional, convenience benefits

Tea, RTD tea remain a familiar staple in consumer wellness rituals
Chloe Alverson
Chloe Alverson
July 8, 2026

This year’s State of the Industry report highlights how the tea and RTD tea market  has landed with consumers — and how players in the market can improve.  


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Odwalla smoothies and juices

2026 State of the Beverage Industry: Juice market finds new footing with consumers

Reduced sugar, cross-category collaboration factors help juice market stay afloat
Chloe Alverson
Chloe Alverson
July 7, 2026

In this year’s State of the Industry report, experts share the new ways that the juice market is staying fresh with consumers. 


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Olipop prebiotic sodas

2026 State of the Beverage Industry: Carbonated soft drink market meets consumer trends

Functional, zero-sugar sodas among favorites for consumers
Chloe Alverson
Chloe Alverson
July 6, 2026

This year’s State of the Industry report highlights  how consumer trends are shaping the carbonated soft drink (CSD) market, with functionality and flavor being two of the main trends impacting the category. 


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Wet Hydration Kiwi Strawberry Protein Water in a 12-ounce can

2026 State of the Beverage Industry: Bottled water category goes beyond hydration

Beverage-makers add functional benefits to bottled water
Chloe Alverson
Chloe Alverson
July 2, 2026

This year’s State of the Industry report on the bottled water category notes how players in the market are incorporating more functional benefits into their bottled water formulations. 


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Clean Simple Eats Frosted Lemonade Clear Protein Soda

Consumers’ interest in clean label on the rise

Beverage-makers turn to system-based solutions for clean label formulation
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Lauren Sabetta
July 1, 2026

With rising interest in clean label products, experts note that consumers are paying closer attention to beverage labels, favoring products that provide more transparency and offer simpler ingredients.


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Where is the beverage market headed?

A look at key market drivers
Brian Sudano
June 30, 2026

The beverage industry has had an interesting start to 2026. Many of the trends shaping the market today feel familiar. 


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AI-powered machine vision software displaying automated defect detection and quality inspection results for electronic components on a manufacturing production line.

Inspection equipment allows for smoother beverage operations

Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools become a popular form of inspection equipment
Chloe Alverson
Chloe Alverson
June 29, 2026

Beverage-makers turn to artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platforms as a way to ensure proper inspection.


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Abstract Ice

Taking drinks to the next level

Shaped ice offers operators ability to tap into key events, moments
jessica Jacobsen
Jessica Jacobsen
June 28, 2026

To help bring some excitement to drink menus looking to capitalize on soccer fever, Abstract Ice is supporting that energy with its soccer ball-shaped ice piece.


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