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The Best Beverage Packages of 2021

Honorees highlight trends in seasonality, sensory and sustainability

November 22, 2021

Beverage-makers are taking that proactive approach with their packaging to engage with consumers. With Beverage Industry’s annual Best Packages of Year feature, the editors have selected a collection of packaging releases that address the demands and needs of today’s consumers.

Special Report: Contract Packaging

Contract packing business to double to $119B

HPP, healthier functional beverages drive demand for contract manufacturing

Barbara Harfmann

November 19, 2021

From coming up with an innovative idea for a new beverage to seeing it filled, packed and on store shelves, contract packers are on the forefront of helping customers achieve their vision without costly overhead expenses.

Channel Strategies

Manufacturers, retailers find ways to deliver orders quickly, efficiently

Consumers across varying demographics engage with eCommerce

Lauren Sabetta

November 18, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in eCommerce and an accelerated digital transformation, some demand shifts could be temporary, while others are likely to have long-lasting effects.

Category Focus

Milk, bulk still water top in private-label sales

Value, quality drive private label acceptance

Barbara Harfmann

November 17, 2021

During the pandemic, consumers looking to save money turned to private-label products. With nearly 50% of market share, refrigerated private-label dairy products had dollar sales of $7.3 billion, slightly less than the $7.9 billion notched for national brands.

Up Close With

Rowdy Energy delivers better-for-you alternative to consumers

Green tea, L-theanine energy sources for brand

Jessica Jacobsen

November 16, 2021

When it comes to the energy that consumers need for their day-to-day lives, people are turning to energy drinks for this need state. Yet, more consumers in search of a natural alternative are turning to Rowdy Energy to power through the day.

Synthetic-based lubricants maximize grease performance, bring economic benefits

Food grade greases formulated to adhere to machinery

Lauren Sabetta

November 15, 2021

As food grade lubricants are used to protect food and beverage processing machinery that is at risk of wear, these lubricants must meet safety standards specific to their application.

Beverage Beat

Premiumization driving consumer’s coffee-drinking habits

Ingredient supplier identifies top trends for premium coffee innovations

Jessica Jacobsen

November 10, 2021

Ingredient supplier Flavorchem released the top trends in premium coffee innovation, which it notes was propelled during the pandemic as consumers look for elevated at-home coffee experiences.

2021 Craft Beer Report: Craft segment looks to rebound in flat market

Beer volume drops 9%

Barbara Harfmann

November 9, 2021

Although 2020 was a challenging year, craft brewers found ways to connect with their customers.

Warehouse

WMS, WCS help warehouses “take it to the limit”

Warehouse execution systems expected to grow 12% through 2027

Barbara Harfmann

November 1, 2021

Beverage warehouses rely on WMS and WCS systems to quickly manage all order fulfillment processes ― from inbound to outbound — with the highest order accuracy.

Operations

Sustainable practices becoming the norm in facilities

Lighting upgrades, HVLS fans easy models to apply

Jessica Jacobsen

October 29, 2021

Warehouse operations seem to be changing with the times as the concept of sustainable facilities has become a must for today’s operations managers.

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The Best Beverage Packages of 2021

Contract packing business to double to $119B

Manufacturers, retailers find ways to deliver orders quickly, efficiently

Milk, bulk still water top in private-label sales

Rowdy Energy delivers better-for-you alternative to consumers

Synthetic-based lubricants maximize grease performance, bring economic benefits

Premiumization driving consumer’s coffee-drinking habits

2021 Craft Beer Report: Craft segment looks to rebound in flat market

WMS, WCS help warehouses “take it to the limit”

Sustainable practices becoming the norm in facilities

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