2025 December

Legislation, automation drive lubricant usage in beverage manufacturing

Sustainability, corporate responsibility influence next generation of lubricants

November 25, 2025

With the rapid automation of the entire food and beverage industry as well as the Food Safety Modernization Act, beverage manufacturers are seeing how vital lubricants are today.

the new facility for the Caraway Tea Company

Contract manufacturers investments support beverage needs

Report predicts 7.67% 5-year CAGR for US Beverage Contract Bottling and Filling Market

Jessica Jacobsen

November 24, 2025

As a Mordor Intelligence report predicts a 7.67% 5-year CAGR for US Beverage Contract Bottling and Filling Market, contract beverage manufacturers continue to invest in their facilities.

Lotus Plant Power aims to provide functional benefits, balance

Plant-based energy beverage brand delivers on functionality and taste

Chloe Alverson

November 17, 2025

Lotus Plant Power is on a mission to redefine energy drinks, drawing inspiration from the iconic lotus flower’s balance of mind, body and spirit.

US consumers have distinct view on hot, iced coffee

Research shows that U.S. coffee consumers view hot and iced coffee as separate products

Lauren Sabetta

November 19, 2025

A recent Innova Market Insights report discusses how U.S. consumers perceive hot and iced coffee as two distinct products, requiring brands that incorporate both into their portfolios to approach messaging unambiguously.

a bottle of Tropicana Essentials Orange Blend juice.

Juice, juice drinks market welcomes functional trends

Beverage-makers within the juice category aim to deliver added benefits

Chloe Alverson

November 20, 2025

The juice and juice drink market has experienced fluctuation as consumers increasingly prioritize more natural ingredients and products. However, it is apparent that beverage-makers are working to deliver on these evolving consumer preferences.

Tea market evolves to meet wellness trends head-on

Hybridization, flavor innovation continues to shape product development

Lauren Sabetta

November 26, 2025

As wellness trends continue to be at the forefront of beverage innovation, experts highlight how brands are leveraging tea’s broad spectrum of functional properties.

Fortification trends have wide-reaching impact on beverage categories

Consumer expectations of better-for-you beverages evolve

Lauren Sabetta

December 1, 2025

As consumers’ definition of better-for-you evolves, beverage-makers broaden their use of functional ingredients to meet fortifications trends that support physical and mental well-being.

The Best Beverage Packages of 2025

Delivering more to consumers motivates this year’s top packages

Jessica Jacobsen

December 2, 2025

In this annual feature, Beverage Industry highlights the brands addressing “the extra” that consumers need as the top packages of 2025.

a Freightliner Cascadia heavy-duty semi-trailer truck

2026 Trucks Report: Safety, sustainability and strategic alliances drive innovation

Delivery truck OEMs offer a little something for everyone with new models

Jeff Cioletti

December 4, 2025

In this year’s 2026 Trucks Report, it shows there’s a little something for everyone as we gaze ahead to what delivery truck OEMs have on offer for 2026 and the years to come.

a 12-pack of Coca-Cola Holiday Creamy Vanilla soda cans

Holiday tables offer insight into beverage trends

3 in 4 consumers willing to try new beverages during the holidays

Jessica Jacobsen

November 18, 2025

In an October report from Leger it highlights that holiday tables are a window to a host of insights including exploration, mindful indulgence and socializing as well as emotional touchpoints.

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

Features

Legislation, automation drive lubricant usage in beverage manufacturing

Contract manufacturers investments support beverage needs

Lotus Plant Power aims to provide functional benefits, balance

US consumers have distinct view on hot, iced coffee

Juice, juice drinks market welcomes functional trends

Tea market evolves to meet wellness trends head-on

Fortification trends have wide-reaching impact on beverage categories

The Best Beverage Packages of 2025

Columns

2026 Trucks Report: Safety, sustainability and strategic alliances drive innovation

Holiday tables offer insight into beverage trends

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