A report from Mintel notes that millennials are most heavily engaged with functional claims, but there is room for improvement among Gen Xers and Gen Z.
More and more shoppers today are exploring the eCommerce channel for beverage purchases as awareness and accessibility are making it easier to navigate.
With the increasing trend of outsourcing packaging operations to specialized firms, experts highlight the key beverage trends impacting contract manufacturing.
Given the popularity of the tea market, suppliers note that ingredients are just as much in demand as the natural, functional benefits that resonate with consumers.
As consumers are more conscious about the products associated with a high sugar content, juice manufacturers are taking a proactive approach to meet this demand.
As beverage processing companies look to achieve sustainability goals, experts note that high-quality lubricants can be instrumental in optimizing production factors like waste reduction, energy efficiency and water consumption.
SupplySide West, which took place Oct. 25-26 in Las Vegas, hosted more than 1,400 exhibitors, up 27% from 2022. Exhibitors showcased the latest developments in ingredients, formulation, manufacturing and packaging covering categories including dietary supplements, food, beverage, personal care and animal nutrition.