LIFEAID Beverage Co. has hit the ground running post-pandemic with two recent product launches and a return to in-person tastings. On the road ahead, consumers can expect to see more functional offerings and “exciting” news in 2022.

Many consumers understand the importance of hydration, but survey data shows they might need a reminder about what proper hydration entails.

Jovē Wellness announced the launch of its new alkaline water: Jovē, a 100% purified water made with Advanced Cellular Hydration Technology. 

Essential Elements Nutrition (Eé) announced the launch of its Apple Cider Vinegar-Infused Hydration Sticks, designed to replenish electrolytes and provide immune support, the company says. 

ROAR Organic, Bethlehem, Pa., announced a new recipe for its line of beverages, which are now fortified 100% daily value of energy and immunity vitamins B5, B6, B12 and C, as well as antioxidant vitamins A and E, and electrolytes from coconut water.

The plant water category as a whole has seen growth over the past five years, despite ebbing and flowing consumer interest. Although coconut water continues to be the most dominant sub-segment, recent entries to the plant water market, such as aloe and cactus waters, could compete with coconut water.

The Cactus Water Co. LLC released ¡CACTUS! Organic Cactus Water in Papaya, Lime and Watermelon varieties. 

Bottled water reaffirmed its position as America’s top packaged drink in 2020, outselling all other packaged beverages (by volume) for a fifth year in a row, according to new data from Beverage Marketing Corporation (BMC), New York. 

TSG Consumer Partners, a leading private equity firm, announced that its partner company, Nuun, a hydration supplement brand, has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Nestlé Health Science. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, and the Jel Sert Co., West Chicago, Ill., announced the national rollout of POWERADE Sports Freezer Bars, offering everyday athletes a new way to enjoy POWERADE. Available in stores nationwide, POWERADE Sports Freezer Bars feature the brand's most popular flavors: Mountain Berry Blast and Fruit Punch.