Jessica Jacobsen

Past-day coffee consumption remains strong based on a recent study from the National Coffee Association. Given coffee’s presence in American’s day-to-day life, manufacturers all elevating the experience for those drinking coffee at home.

Since its founding in 2012, powdered hydration brand Liquid I.V. has prioritized the symbiotic relationship of function and flavor.

Liquid I.V. is delivering on sustainability through a number of initiatives.

Tequila and mezcal are the hot segments in the spirits category thanks to premium offerings, multicultural consumers and innovative cocktails featuring these agave-based spirits.

As beverage-maker’s need to do more with today’s filling equipment, original equipment manufacturers are prioritizing changeover speeds, safety and efficacy in their solutions.

As plant-based beverages have grown elevenfold since the turn of the century, discussions have percolated regarding the use of the term milk. Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced draft recommendations for the industry on the naming of these products as well as recommendations on voluntary nutrient statements for their labeling.

In an effort to deliver safe, healthy fresh products, an increasing number of beverage-makers are turning to high-pressure processing (HPP) technology, experts note.

Beverage operations are juggling SKU proliferation, varying pack sizes and a changing workforce. Packing machinery is helping these manufacturers minimize disruptions to those operations.

Non-alcohol beer’s presence as substitute for its beer counterparts is helping the category retain consumers as some look to moderate their alcohol consumption.

Premiumization trends have allowed imported beers to resonate with consumers, but with inflation concerns and a potential recession, analysts express caution for the beer segment.