Articles by Lauren Sabetta

Given the rising consumer interest in fiber and digestive health, experts address the challenges beverage-makers should consider when working with digestive health ingredients.

At ADM’s  flagship flavor facility in Erlanger, Ky., it’s all about reformulation in food and beverage to meet evolving trends.

When it comes to the use of conveyor systems in beverage operations, experts note that these systems are evolving with beverage producers pushing harder than ever for automation, efficiency and sustainability.

Created to test speed, agility, and endurance, obstacle courses have a series of challenging physical barriers — such as walls, nets, ropes and mud pits — where individuals or teams navigate the terrain, often while timed. In a similar vein, lift truck operators are faced with navigating beverage operations with speed and agility, all while helping distribution run more efficiently.

With growing consumer awareness of the role digestive health plays in overall well-being, experts highlight how beverages are helping to “close the gap” by offering a convenient way for consumers to meet fiber and digestive health needs.

Recent data from GSTV shows that despite navigating rising prices, a large majority of consumers are shopping convenience stores while seeking value and discovery.

Despite premium-driven growth and RTD cocktails on the rise, experts highlight how the spirits market is facing real pressure from inflation, tighter consumer budgets, and a shift in consumer behavior.

Aside from its sustainable attributes, experts note that consumers and beverage-makers alike are turning to plastic packaging for its durability, portability and reliable product protection.

With today’s consumers fully embracing omnichannel shopping, experts note that beyond the product sale, brands can shape both immediate purchasing decisions and future brand commitment by understanding that consumers are looking for a unified experience.

As functional beverages with added benefits are gaining momentum, a recent insight from Flavorchem spotlights key trends shaping tea, alcohol, as well as functional wellness beverages.