Articles by Jessica Jacobsen

As the expiration of the 2018 Farm Bill approaches, questions remain about the future of hemp-derived products. Industry stakeholders highlight that policymakers should be looking toward regulation, not prohibition in these next steps.

Born out of a personal wellness journey, Bloom Nutrition is looking to inspire people going through a similar journey through wellness supplements, energy drinks and soon-to-be released soft drinks.

To support the increasing demand for digestive health beverages, manufacturers are turning to a variety of ingredient solutions to craft these functional beverages.

Westrock Coffee Co. recently published a report that found nearly one-third of U.S. coffee drinkers expressed interest in beverages that deliver targeted health benefits.

In an evolving landscape, plastic packaging has embraced innovation to support sustainability and packaging design needs. 

Drop of Sunshine was created on a need for female-centered wine brands to reflect the lives, connection and celebrations of women.

In a conversation with Beverage Industry, Ed Brown, Partner at law firm Burr & Forman with the Beverage Services practice, discussed what impact tariffs could have on business operations in the United States, as well as what wholesalers, manufacturers, and retailers can expect when tariffs begin to roll out. 

In the on-premise channel, proprietors are striving to strike a balance as beverage alcohol consumption fluctuates and consumers take a closer look at quality as well as value.

Tequila and mezcal are in favor with consumers thanks to premium offerings and innovative cocktails featuring these agave-based spirits.

Following the announcement of PepsiCo’s pending acquisition of prebiotic carbonated soft drink (CSD) brand poppi, many have wondered how this will impact the burgeoning segment. In an interview with Beverage Industry, Nik Allen, senior analyst at Euromonitor International, Chicago, shares how the market will respond to the acquisition.