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IBWA highlights water’s role in preventing disease on World Diabetes Day

Association partners with Public Health Advocates for PHA Diabetes Conference

November 14, 2017

Drinking water instead of one 8-ounce sugar-sweetened beverage can save a person about 100 calories, which might help prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, says the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), Alexandria, Va. The association is reminding the public of water’s important role in helping people live healthier lifestyles and has partnered with other organizations and groups around the world in recognizing World Diabetes Day, Nov. 14.

Pepsi, Aaron Judge ink contract

Yankees outfielder to serve as face of brand

November 13, 2017

Pepsi, a brand of Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo Inc., announced its partnership with the Yankees' rising star Aaron Judge — a member of the newest Yankees generation — the "Baby Bombers." Judge, an outfielder for the team, will serve as the face of Pepsi, championing the spirit and excitement of baseball, both on and off the field, the company says.

Comax Flavors releases 2017 flavor trends

Study examines flavored water consumption habits

November 9, 2017

Comax Flavors released new primary research on consumers’ behavior, usage and attitudes toward flavored water.

Dunkin’ Donuts releases new flavored coffee

Dulce De Leche Cookie flavored coffee joins Bakery Series coffee lineup

November 7, 2017

Dunkin' Donuts Coffee at Home, a brand of The J.M. Smucker Co., Orrville, Ohio, announced Dulce De Leche Cookie flavored coffee is the newest addition to the Dunkin' Donuts Bakery Series coffee lineup.

Whole Foods reveals 2018 food trends

List highlights botanical use in beverages and growth of sparkling drinks

November 7, 2017

Whole Foods Market, a division of Seattle-based Amazon, announced the most anticipated food trends for the year ahead. Floral flavors, functional mushrooms and root-to-stem recipes are just a few of the picks expected to take off in 2018.

Premium plant-based protein drink launches

Après uses a blend of plant proteins, virgin coconut oil and coconut water

November 6, 2017

San Francisco-based Après launched a plant-based protein beverage specifically developed for premium whole-body replenishment. The beverage utilizes a proprietary blend of plant proteins, virgin coconut oil and coconut water in a shelf-stable format for convenient on-the-go consumption.

Nestlé USA to acquire Chameleon Cold-Brew

Chameleon Cold-Brew is No. 1 organic cold-brew in US

November 3, 2017

Glendale, Calif.-based Nestlé USA continues to diversify its coffee portfolio with the acquisition of Chameleon Cold-Brew, Austin, Texas, a manufacturer of premium-crafted coffee that is consciously sourced and sustainably grown.

Unilever to acquire Tazo from Starbucks

Starbucks shifts to single tea brand strategy with Teavana

November 3, 2017

Englewood Cliffs, N.J.-based Unilever North America announced an agreement to acquire the TAZO brand from Seattle-based Starbucks Coffee Co. TAZO is a leading brand in the fast-growing specialty tea category.

Craft Beverage Expo welcomes industry veterans as keynotes

Conference will take place Nov. 7-9

November 1, 2017

Craft Beverage Expo (CBExpo), the conference for independent producers, announced that industry and marketing experts Christian McMahan and Tom Flanagan will lead the event’s keynote sessions. The CBExpo will take Nov. 7-9 in Portland, Ore.

Readers name their favorite beverage of September

Tsamma Watermelon + Coconut Water Blend wins monthly poll

Jessica Jacobsen

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.