2021 March

Beverage Industry’s March issue offers an in-depth profile of the growth and evolution of D.G. Yuengling & Son Inc. as the brewer embarks on a distribution deal with Molson Coors Beverage Co. Also in this issue, the eMagazine highlights the proliferation of kombucha ― non-alcohol and alcohol options ― as well as the latest developments with natural, alternative sweeteners. Readers also will get an in-depth look at the U.S. beer market across its various segments.

“America’s Oldest Brewery,” D.G. Yuengling & Son Inc. innovates for the future

Yuengling beers to be available in Texas through joint venture with Molson Coors

Barbara Harfmann

March 4, 2021

Founded in 1828, D.G. Yuengling & Son Inc. has transitioned from a small family operation to a nationally recognized brand that produces more than 2 million barrels of beer. The now sixth generation family owned and operated company is expanding distribution to Texas through a joint venture with Molson Coors Brewing Co.

Operations

Automation drives innovations for beverage processing equipment

Testing, scale-up important considerations when selecting equipment

Jessica Jacobsen

February 24, 2021

In the beverage market, the latest innovations in processing technology is ensuring formulators can process new products with efficacy and efficiency.

Category Focus

Digestive health benefits drive double-digit growth for kombucha

Kombucha market grows at CAGR of 52%

Barbara Harfmann

February 26, 2021

The kombucha market is trending high as consumers seek functional foods and beverages to fulfill a healthier, more tailored lifestyle. The kombucha market is growing at a CAGR of 52 percent from 2016-2020, reports Innova Market Insights.

Channel Strategies

Discount, drug stores offer savings, convenience amid pandemic

eCommerce will be key to future growth for channels

Stephanie Cernivec

February 23, 2021

With the outbreak of COVID-19, retailers have worked hard to adapt by making their stores as safe and convenient as possible for consumers. In the limited-assortment stores category, drug stores and discount retailers are finding where they fit in this eCommerce evolution.

Hockey Hall of Famer brings whiskey love to life with Belfour Spirits

Craft distiller honors Fighting Sioux fans with special edition whiskey

Isi Frank Ativie

February 22, 2021

Through his company Belfour Spirits, Ed Belfour has taken his love for whiskey to the next level while also honoring his collegiate tenure at the University of North Dakota.

Ingredient Spotlight

Coffee ingredients deliver familiarity, novelty

Specialty coffee ingredients on the rise

Jennifer Storelli

February 19, 2021

As coffee consumption shifts to a predominately at-home trend, beverage-makers are seeking out specialty coffee ingredients to deliver comfort and novelty to consumers.

R&D Feature

Ingredient suppliers expand arsenal of ‘sweet solutions’

Consumers seeking beverages with reduced added sugars and calories

Barbara Harfmann

March 10, 2021

With consumers paying more attention to their overall health by curtailing sugar, consumers’ positive perceptions of natural, non-GMO plant-based sweeteners like stevia and monk fruit have contributed to $5 billion in sweetener category growth.

Operations Perspective

Warehousing more than storing CPGs

Facilities serve as transition terminals in workflow process

John Peter Koss

March 1, 2021

Even though they might vary in size and scope, the beverage warehouse represents a very expensive multi-functional asset that requires astute management.

The impact of new fees for fleets

Can roadway congestion be decreased through pricing strategies?

Jeff Cioletti

March 8, 2021

As we embark on the 30th anniversary of the Federal Highway Administration’s Value Pricing Pilot Program (VPPP), fleet managers are looking at whether they can save time and money by applying congestion pricing strategies.

Between Drinks

Budweiser champions resilience of America, opts out of Super Bowl ad

Budweiser uses media spend for COVID-19 vaccine awareness with Ad Council

Barbara Harfmann

February 17, 2021

The Coca-Cola Co., PepsiCo and Budweiser are among the big brands not advertising in the Super Bowl. An advertiser for 37 years, Budweiser will be using part of its media spend to help support recovery in the on-premise channel through COVID-19 vaccine awareness, access and education.

Beverage Beat

CMO Council survey suggests growth recovery in store for 2021

Marketing technology to play growing role, report suggests

Jessica Jacobsen

February 16, 2021

In its “Getting it Done in 2021,” the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Council highlights a recent survey that shows global marketing leaders are projecting an optimistic outlook for growth recovery in 2021.

On Demand In Beverage Industry’s annual State of the Industry: The Alcohol Beverage Market, analysts at S&D Insights LLC delve into these trends and how they’re shaping the industry.

Beverage Industry Magazine

Cover Story

“America’s Oldest Brewery,” D.G. Yuengling & Son Inc. innovates for the future

Features

Automation drives innovations for beverage processing equipment

Digestive health benefits drive double-digit growth for kombucha

Discount, drug stores offer savings, convenience amid pandemic

Hockey Hall of Famer brings whiskey love to life with Belfour Spirits

Coffee ingredients deliver familiarity, novelty

Ingredient suppliers expand arsenal of ‘sweet solutions’

Columns

Warehousing more than storing CPGs

The impact of new fees for fleets

Budweiser champions resilience of America, opts out of Super Bowl ad

CMO Council survey suggests growth recovery in store for 2021

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