FDI is continuously rethinking the way that flavor creation can be applied to new scientific concepts, approaches and technologies.

Alternative Biologics, Inc., whose founders and team created Muscle Milk, developed a hemp infused energy drink: GYM WEED. Available in the U.S. market with three flavors ― Pear Pineapple, Stone Fruit and Tropical Berry ― GYM WEED provides balanced energy without the jittery, anxious feeling typically associated with energy drinks, it says.

With health and wellness driving consumer purchases, beverage-makers are finding clean label and non-GMO a growing priority for today’s shoppers.

Vita Coco announced the launch of its new flavored coconut water: Vita Coco Coconut Juice, the brand’s first juice offering. A blend of coconut water and a burst of tropical flavor, Vita Coco Coconut Juice is available in two flavors ― Original with Pulp, and Mango ― and is gluten-free and non-GMO. 

Jiant announced the launch of Summer Snowcone, the fifth hard kombucha released as part of the brand’s celebrated seasonal series.

Kate Farms announced the expansion of its nutrition shake portfolio with the launch of Renal Support 1.8. Renal Support 1.8 is the only plant-based, organic shake designed to help meet the specialized nutrition needs of people on dialysis, the company says.

Drake’s Organic Spirits announced the launch of its new BOXTAIL flavor: Drake’s Perfect Margarita BOXTAIL. The Perfect Margarita BOXTAIL joins the Drake’s ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail line that includes the Minted Mojito, Watermelon-Tini, Mango Punch and Black Cherry Limeade.

Global pop superstar Katy Perry, in partnership with Los Angeles-based AMASS and its Master Distiller Morgan McLachlan, launched De Soi, a line of sparkling ready-to-drink non-alcoholic apéritifs with natural adaptogens.

Ingredient companies are educating populations about the importance of dietary fiber in Latin America, meanwhile, other suppliers announced new Non-GMO Project Verified botanical ingredients.