Applied Food Sciences (AFS) recently launched its branded AmaTea® Max organic guayusa extract using a patented process to enhance the naturally occurring antioxidants and caffeine from guayusa leaves.

Regarded as the guardians of the rainforest, the Kichwa have an elite group of warriors known as the "Vigilante Nocturno," or Night Watchmen. For centuries these specialized hunters would drink a tincture of brewed guayusa leaves to help sharpen their alertness.

Wave Soda, the makers of healthy alternative soda options, expanded on its better-for-you sodas with the launch of its newest flavor: Cola. 

BODYARMOR, a brand of BA Sports Nutrition, Whitestone, N.Y., announced the launch of BODYARMOR EDGE, a premium sports drink with natural caffeine.

Tchibo coffee made its U.S. debut. Distributed by Rainmaker Food Solution, Tchibo is grounded in the concept of RÖST FRISCH, meaning that every step from growing and harvesting, to roasting and packaging, is dedicated to creating fresh coffee, the company says.

YouTuber and Gen-Z influencer Emma Chamberlain launched Chamberlain Coffee line.

G&C Distribution LLC released two new products under its CBD Infusions line: a CBD Cola with 140 calories, and a CBD Cola Light with 5 calories.

Sparkling Ice sparkling waters, a brand of Seattle-based Talking Rain Beverage Co., showcased the packaging redesign of its Sparkling Ice +Caffeine, in all six flavors. Featuring a clean, bright and ombre-like design, this colorful refresh will roll out across the country beginning in October, the company says. 

Approximately 63 percent of Americans drink coffee, according to the 2019 National Coffee Data Trends. Although coffee exports are decreasing globally, coffee as a distinctive, aromatic ingredient in food and beverages is expanding. Beyond flavor and aroma, attributes like coffee’s purported anti-inflammatory polyphenols are helping to drive product innovations across multiple categories, experts note.

Zero-carbohydrate, branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) beverage company NOCCO is launching its limited-edition Miami variety in select markets.