2024 December

This month's issue of Beverage Industry features Seeking Holistic Solutions: An expansive approach, Embracing the trends, balancing nostalgia with creativity, and much more!

Functional beverage market expands to meet consumer expectations

Health and wellness trends prompt product development

Lauren Sabetta

December 9, 2024

With more consumers taking a proactive approach to improve upon health and well-being, experts highlight how such trends are driving the development of functional beverages.

All Day’s new brand strategy, packaging help consumers ‘Have it All’

Trinity Brand Group helps craft beer brand evolve design

Jessica Jacobsen

December 3, 2024

Trinity Brand Group and Founders Brewing set out to help consumers “have it all” with a recent collaboration in which the duo developed a brand strategy and package redesign for the craft brewer’s iconic beer, All Day IPA.

The ever-evolving eCommerce landscape

eCommerce catches up to meet consumer demands

Chloe Alverson

November 14, 2024

eCommerce further integrates itself with the alcohol industry, leading beverage brands to take a greater look at the channel.

The plant-based energy beverage company Yerbaé Brands Corp. launched Peachy Mimosa Twist and Raspberry Sorbet earlier this year.

Beverage-makers utilize tea as an ingredient for plethora of reasons

Health and wellness, natural beverage trends contributing to tea usage

Chloe Alverson

November 20, 2024

Various consumer trends, especially health and wellness trends, emphasize desire for tea as an ingredient in beverages.

Food grade lubricants protect products, deliver on sustainability

Synthetic, bio-based solutions both in demand for beverage manufacturing

Jessica Jacobsen

November 19, 2024

The phrase “better safe than sorry” might get tossed around by parents reminding their kids to grab a jacket and other day-to-day tasks, but it takes on more serious implications when it comes to the safety of food and beverage products throughout processing and packaging.

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Beverage-makers go beyond hydration, deliver on fortification trends

Better-for-you trends, among others, influence beverage fortification

Chloe Alverson

November 13, 2024

Health considerations have impacted the beverage industry by way of fortified beverages.

Innovation keeps juice, juice drinks market fresh

Pricing, sugar reduction trends continue to impact fruit beverages market

Lauren Sabetta

November 21, 2024

Despite inflation contributing to volume declines for juice and juice drinks, beverage-makers innovate with flavor and sweetener systems to keep the category fresh.

Co-packing helps advance beverage innovation

Contract manufacturers invest in facilities to support evolving beverage needs

Lauren Sabetta

December 4, 2024

As more consumers seek beverages that support a healthy lifestyle, experts highlight how functional beverage trends are impacting contract manufacturing.

The Best Beverage Packages of 2024

Sustainability, pop culture partnerships motivate this year’s top selections

Jessica Jacobsen

December 6, 2024

In this annual feature, Beverage Industry highlights the brands and attributes that comprise the top packages of 2024.

2025 Trucks Report: New releases accelerate toward efficiency

Annual Truck Report looks at what’s in store from top distribution vehicle manufacturers

Jeff Cioletti

November 27, 2024

In this year’s article, there’s a little bit of everything for the 2025 new truck releases. Upgrades include safety measures, digital interface, and battery capacity.

Between Drinks

Spirit brands lead efforts in hurricane relief

Regional, national donations support impacted communities

Lauren Sabetta

December 2, 2024

In the wake of devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, spirit brands step up to the plate to lend a helping hand to communities impacted.

Beverage Beat

Consumers seek indulgence, food as medicine

Mintel’s 2025 Global Food & Drink Trends highlight contrast in consumer need states

Jessica Jacobsen

November 25, 2024

When it comes to food and beverage choices, analysts note that consumers are doing their own form of rebellion as they balance healthy choices and indulgence.

Cooper & Thief’s Cabernet Sauvignon

October 29, 2024

Cooper & Thief, producers of a portfolio of spirits barrel-aged wines, unveiled its new bourbon barrel-aged wine: Cabernet Sauvignon.

V8 Grillo’s Dill Pickle Bloody Mary Mix

November 13, 2024

Campbell’s V8 and Grillo's Pickles joined forces to create a fresh take on the classic Bloody Mary cocktail with the launch of V8 Grillo’s Dill Pickle Bloody Mary Mix.

TailGate Brewery’s Peanut Butter Milk Stout

November 4, 2024

TailGate Brewery announced the return of its Peanut Butter Milk Stout, available for a limited time only this fall and winter.

Wynk Cran-Blood Orange

November 6, 2024

Wynk, an award-winning cannabis seltzer, announced the launch of its newest limited-edition flavor: Cran-Blood Orange.

On The Rocks’ Spiced Pear Whiskey Sour

October 31, 2024

On The Rocks Premium Cocktails unveiled its latest offering: the Spiced Pear Whiskey Sour, a limited-edition cocktail now available in select markets nationwide.

Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry

November 7, 2024

In time for the holidays, Sprite announced it is bringing back its iconic Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry.

Jim Beam Winter Reserve

November 12, 2024

Jim Beam announced the official release of its limited-edition Jim Beam Winter Reserve.

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Chobani, La Colombe’s holiday portfolio

November 15, 2024

Chobani and La Colombe are bringing the holiday cheer with a seasonal lineup that features a new Apple Pie Creamer and returning fan-favorites.

Cutwater drops holiday mix pack in select markets

November 21, 2024

Spirits-based canned cocktail brand Cutwater released its Fireside Variety Pack in select markets across the United States.

Mingle Mocktails releases Sparkler Pack

November 8, 2024

Mingle Mocktails announced the release of its new Sparkler Pack. The festive new variety pack will feature a selection of best-selling flavors from the female-founded mocktail brand.

Woodford Reserve releases 2024 holiday bottle

November 15, 2024

Woodford Reserve debuted a fresh look for its limited-edition annual holiday bourbon bottle. Golden bows adorn the label and convey the gift giving spirit of the holiday season, the company says.

Jones Soda 2024 Advent Calendar includes new beverages

November 14, 2024

With the countdown to Christmas fast approaching, Jones Soda is releasing a 2024 Advent Calendar offering only-from-Jones goodies, including a selection of brand-new beverages that extend the company’s flavor expertise into categories beyond its craft soda legacy.

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

Functional beverage market expands to meet consumer expectations

Features

All Day’s new brand strategy, packaging help consumers ‘Have it All’

The ever-evolving eCommerce landscape

Beverage-makers utilize tea as an ingredient for plethora of reasons

Food grade lubricants protect products, deliver on sustainability

Beverage-makers go beyond hydration, deliver on fortification trends

Innovation keeps juice, juice drinks market fresh

Co-packing helps advance beverage innovation

The Best Beverage Packages of 2024

Columns

2025 Trucks Report: New releases accelerate toward efficiency

Spirit brands lead efforts in hurricane relief

Consumers seek indulgence, food as medicine

New Products

Cooper & Thief’s Cabernet Sauvignon

V8 Grillo’s Dill Pickle Bloody Mary Mix

TailGate Brewery’s Peanut Butter Milk Stout

Wynk Cran-Blood Orange

On The Rocks’ Spiced Pear Whiskey Sour

Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry

Jim Beam Winter Reserve

Chobani, La Colombe’s holiday portfolio

Packaging News

Cutwater drops holiday mix pack in select markets

Mingle Mocktails releases Sparkler Pack

Woodford Reserve releases 2024 holiday bottle

Jones Soda 2024 Advent Calendar includes new beverages

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