2026 June

This month's issue of Beverage Industry features the first recyclable aluminum K-Cup pods, the top 100 beverage companies of 2025, and much more impacting the beverage industry today.

Special Report

Top 100 Beverage Companies of 2025

Beverage Industry list identifies top beverage performers of past year

June 8, 2026

For the global beverage market, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) seem to be the new normal. Based on 2025 fiscal year sales, this year’s Top 100 Beverage Companies report, compiled by the editors of Beverage Industry, has seen a collection of long-running entities exit the list as they merged or were part of an acquisition. Through this M&A activity, we have welcomed more thriving innovators across the alcohol and non-alcohol beverage markets.

new Sparklers from Clean Juice, a limited-time lineup of sparkling beverages made with real fruit juice and sparkling water

Functionality, treat inspiration at the heart of flavor trends

Consumer demand for indulgent, healthy drinks prompts innovation

Lauren Sabetta

May 28, 2026

As consumer demand for indulgent beverages that still support wellness goals increases, experts highlight how flavor systems are delivering on richness, balance, as well as a function.

High West Distillery headquarters located in Wanship, Utah

High West sets the stage for distilling

Utah-based distillery brings blending house to masses

Jessica Jacobsen

May 21, 2026

High West Distillery brings its specialized whiskies to enthusiast as it celebrates 20 years of whiskey blending.

Evolution Fresh organic teas featuring cold-pressed juices

Health and wellness remain central to tea, RTD tea market growth

Functional attributes prompt growth for RTD tea

Lauren Sabetta

June 2, 2026

When it comes to the tea and RTD tea market, experts highlight that the category’s growth is fueled by the consumer desire for healthy beverage options.

Beverage operations prioritize long-lasting facility builds

Sustainability, automation among factors considered in new facilities

Chloe Alverson

May 26, 2026

Beverage operations have various reasons choose to expand or build new many harkening to need for flexibility.

This image depicts a truck driver operating a commercial vehicle

Telematics keep beverage operations moving in and outside warehouse

Telematics arm beverage distributors with data to succeed

Jessica Jacobsen

May 27, 2026

Whether within the warehouse or on the road, telematics are delivering data to beverage operations with actionable insights.

a 12-pack of Yuengling Light Lager featuring special Field & Stream branded packaging.

Inks, coatings tell deeper story

Sustainability, customizations influence beverage-makers ink selections

Jessica Jacobsen

June 1, 2026

Manufacturers of inks and coatings are utilizing an innovative spirit to create solutions for today’s beverage manufacturers.

Beverage innovations bring texture to tipping point

Hydrocolloids support mouthfeel goals in functional, reduced-sugar beverages

David Feder RDN

May 20, 2026

Consumer interest in functional and sugar-reduced beverages have formulators turning to hydrocolloids to ensure texture remains consistent.

a 12-ounce can of Spindrift Spiked Strawberry Lemonade sparkling water

Is Gen Z really moving away from alcohol?

Survey shows beverage alcohol to be the preferred social substance among legal-drinking-age Gen Zs

Lauren Sabetta

May 19, 2026

A recent NECG survey challenges the narrative that legal-drinking (LDA) Gen Zs are moving away from beverage alcohol, noting that the shifts in these consumers’ consumption habits are more about drinking differently, not less.

Daily's frozen spiked cocktail pouches in iced tea and strawberry lemonade flavors

What will consumers be sipping this summer?

Circana data highlights premixed cocktails performance during summer

Jessica Jacobsen

May 18, 2026

An Insights from Circana titled “What’s Sizzling As Summer Approaches?” notes that despite alcohol sales struggling last year, premixed cocktails stood out.

Crooked Pop

April 16, 2026

Crooked Pop, a spiked soda brand designed to bring transparency and clean ingredients to the beverage alcohol category, unveiled its signature lineup of hard sodas.

Bang Lime Pop Drop

April 15, 2026

Bang Energy announced the launch of Bang Lime Pop Drop, a bold new flavor that delivers lime candy vibes with a sweet, tangy and juicy punch, the company says.

ButterZero

April 10, 2026

Butter Wines, best known for Butter Chardonnay, introduced ButterZero, a new line of non-alcohol wines.

Lucci Lambrusco

April 24, 2026

Supermodel, entrepreneur and longtime Lambrusco enthusiast Ashley Graham, together with co-founder Danny Epstien, announced the launch of Lucci, a new dry, sparkling red wine.

Elmhurst 1925 Clean Protein

April 21, 2026

Elmhurst 1925 introduced Clean Protein, a ready-to-drink plant-based protein beverage.

Rumple Minze Cinnamint Whiskey

April 20, 2026

Rumple Minze, a cult-favorite peppermint schnapps known for its chill and 100-proof intensity, announced the expansion of its portfolio for the first time in years with the debut of Rumple Minze Cinnamint Whiskey.

GHOST 7up Energy Drink

April 23, 2026

GHOST introduced its latest flavor: GHOST Energy x 7UP Lemon Lime.

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Beverage Industry Magazine

Features

Top 100 Beverage Companies of 2025

Functionality, treat inspiration at the heart of flavor trends

High West sets the stage for distilling

Health and wellness remain central to tea, RTD tea market growth

Beverage operations prioritize long-lasting facility builds

Telematics keep beverage operations moving in and outside warehouse

Inks, coatings tell deeper story

Beverage innovations bring texture to tipping point

Columns

Is Gen Z really moving away from alcohol?

What will consumers be sipping this summer?

New Products

Crooked Pop

Bang Lime Pop Drop

ButterZero

Lucci Lambrusco

Elmhurst 1925 Clean Protein

Rumple Minze Cinnamint Whiskey

GHOST 7up Energy Drink

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