February 18, 2020

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Nespresso Professional launches Peru Organic coffee

Lausanne, Switzerland-based Nespresso announced that its Nespresso Professional brand launched Peru Organic, the first certified organic Nespresso coffee, it says. The addition of Peru Organic is part of a revamp of the brand's Professional Origins coffee range, which includes three other single-origin coffees sourced from Brazil, Guatemala and India. All four are designed for Nespresso Professional coffee machines, including the recently launched Nespresso Momento machine range.

Dairy Farmers of America announces agreement to acquire portion of Dean Foods' assets

Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA), Kansas City, Kan., announced an agreement has been reached with Dean Foods (Dean) for the farmer-owned cooperative to become the stalking horse bidder to acquire a substantial portion of Dean's assets and business.

Ignite Beverages releases performance beverage line

Vaughan, Ontario-based Ignite Beverages Inc., a subsidiary of Ignite International Brands Ltd., announced the addition of ZRO, a performance beverage, to its expanding portfolio. The new release is on the heels of unveiling its vodka and pH9 alkaline water products.

Sprite Ginger and Sprite Ginger Zero Sugar

Sprite, a brand of The Coca-Cola Co., announced two new additions to its brand portfolio with the launch of Sprite Ginger and Sprite Ginger Zero Sugar.

NOCCO Miami Strawberry

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

Mezcal El Samaritano’s Espadin, Tobalá, Ensamble and Mexicano

Mezcal El Samaritano recently released several new spirits: Espadin, Tobalá, Ensamble and Mexicano.

Shrink and stretch labels enhance brand messaging, safety

Experts note that various trends are facilitating an increase in usage of stretch and shrink labels, including proliferation of functional beverages, sugar reductions, natural ingredients as well as ingredient transparency. Read More

Consumers demand nutritious, zero-proof beverages

As research and information about health and wellness has become more widely available in the digital age, consumers are being more proactive and purposeful with their food and beverage choices. Read More

Discount variety stores sustain modest 4 percent growth to 2019

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

Perrier cans created by husband-and-wife duo DABSMYLA

Perrier collaborates with artist duo DABSMYLA through artist partnership initiative

Beginning in early January, the new limited-edition Perrier art cans began hitting store shelves at Target, major grocers and Amazon.com. Read More

Game of Thrones’ QR code bursts into life depending on whether bottle depicts Fire or Ice

In honor of the TV show “Game of Thrones,” Johnnie Walker released new, limited-edition Scotch whiskies in partnership with HBO Licensing & Retail: A Song of Ice and A Song of Fire. Read More

Delivering Protein in Great Tasting, Everyday Foods

This webinar will feature an overview of a range of every day foods and review formulating techniques that will enhance the nutritional quality of these foods – particularly regarding adding protein – but also covering gluten-free and vegan approaches. We’ll cover items from breakfast, lunch and dinner – including snacks & beverages and a 100% gluten-free, vegan pizza!

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.

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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 February

The February 2020 issue dives into Essentia water, their high-pH and high aspirations for ongoing innovation. Speaking of innovation, this issue also features a special report on how (and why) the zero-proof functional beverage market is growing. Also, check out what types of rifts and shifts are shaking up the wine category and discount variety stores, as well as the latest ingredient highlights (hint: exotic fruits make an appearance). To cap it off, peruse new product releases, the latest appearances in packaging, and holistic approaches to cognitive health. 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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