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Barbara Harfmann

Barbara Harfmann, managing editor of Beverage Industry, visits beverage companies for cover stories and facility tours, and writes and edits for the magazine’s print and online components. She also represents the magazine at trade shows and events. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications and Public Relations from Illinois State University.

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Between Drinks

Goose Island, Chicago White Sox ink sponsorship deal

Sox Golden Ale official beer of team, available at retailers across Chicagoland

Barbara Harfmann

March 20, 2020

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On a warm summer day, there’s nothing like a cold beer and baseball. As a longtime Chicago White Sox fan, I was beyond excited to attend my first Chicago WhiteSox Fest.

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OWYN powers market with plant-based, vegan lineups

New 30G Elite RTD for post workout recovery to launch in June

Barbara Harfmann

March 12, 2020

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As the demand for healthy, functional, performance-based beverages continue their upward trajectory, OWYN is literally “owning” its share of the marketplace through truth and transparency.

Dave Burwick, Jim Koch and Sam Calagione

Boston Beer Co. and Dogfish Head join forces

Diverse portfolio includes Samuel Adams, Twisted Tea and newly released Truly Lemonade Hard Seltzer

Barbara Harfmann

March 9, 2020

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Just like The Force in the infamous ‘Star Wars’ franchise, The Boston Beer Co. and Dogfish Head Brewery, two iconic independent craft breweries founded in 1984 and 1995, respectively, are joining forces to take their brands to the next level.

Citromax lemons for beverage ingredients.

Domestic and exotic fruits exemplify health and flavor

Functional benefits expand use of sunny-tasting ingredients

Barbara Harfmann

February 20, 2020

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Domestic and exotic fruits finding favor in the beverage market include lemon, lime, peach and strawberry, while up-and-coming exotic flavors include blood orange, passionfruit and guava.

Discount variety stores sustain modest 4 percent growth to 2019

Value-focused ALDI features easy store layout, less selection but cheaper prices

Barbara Harfmann

February 17, 2020

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The discount retailer channel generated $87.4 billion in sales at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4 percent.

Coca-Cola roles out new energy drinks with help from Amazon Alexa

Alexa Coca-Cola Energy Wall uniquely serves up beverages before national launch

Barbara Harfmann

February 14, 2020

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At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas (Jan. 7-10), The Coca-Cola Co. teamed up with Amazon Alexa to literally bring energy to the world’s largest consumer tech conference.

What beverage trends will be hot in 2020?

Blueberry named flavor of the year

Barbara Harfmann

January 14, 2020

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To find out what 2020 holds for the beverage industry, a few market research firms weighed in on their upcoming top trends and predictions.

Performance, safety key to success of canning equipment

Quality control impacts diverse products on filling line

Barbara Harfmann

January 13, 2020

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Today’s can fillers and seamers are doing more than ever before to hygienically fill diverse products.

Reusable packaging protects planet, improves bottom line

91 percent of plastic still not recycled

Barbara Harfmann

January 9, 2020

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In an age where sustainability, recyclability and reusability are not just buzzwords to protect the earth, beverage manufacturers are “reading the signs” and stepping up their actions when it comes to reusing materials and reducing packaging waste.

2020 Beverage Bottler of the Year: Refreshment Services Inc. (RSI) Key West

Southern Pepsi bottler embodies ‘conch life’ through local servic

Barbara Harfmann

January 7, 2020

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A privately held independent bottler of PepsiCo Inc., Refreshment Services Inc. (RSI) Key West has been quenching the thirst of residents and visitors for more than 51 years.

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Budweiser Nitro Reserve Gold

Bacardi launches production of hand sanitizer at Puerto Rico distillery

Data shows beverage sales up 10 percent amid virus outbreak

Recuerdo Tequila

Kool-Aid Man goes missing for mystery flavor search

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April 1, 2020

State of the Beverage Industry 2020

As the North American beverage market continues to experience growth, the categories fueling this performance are not the top performers of yesteryear. Instead the future vision for the beverage industry is coming from smaller factions.

April 22, 2020

How to Select the Right Valves for Beverage Fermentation Systems

In this webinar, we’ll explore the challenges beverage makers face during installation or upgrade of their fermentation system and how the right valve technologies can overcome those challenges—unlocking a range of benefits, including greater levels of control through automation, reduced hardware and maintenance costs, energy savings and more.

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Based on an IFT short course, Beverage Quality and Safety offers information on the latest beverage industry trends related to products, processing, and packaging technologies - including new generation nutraceutical beverages

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Beverage Industry Magazine

2020 March

A lot is brewing in the March 2020 issue, from cold-brew coffee to craft beer. Check out our cover story to learn the latest about the $300 million merger that brought the Boston Beer Co. and Dogfish Head together. Our Beverage RD article uncovers the latest trends in sweeteners, while readers can get Up Close With OWYN (Only What You Need). Our Ingredient Spotlight highlights innovations in the utilization of coffee as a flavorful, functional ingredient. And our 2020 Beer Market Report is a hefty pour that you won’t want to miss. You’ll also see the latests in new products, suppliers and more. This issue is good to the last drop. Thirsty for more? Subscribe to get the latest stories delivered right to your inbox. Check back throughout the month for additional content.

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