Beverage Industry

Inspection equipment allows for smoother beverage operations

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Beverage-makers turn to artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platforms as a way to ensure proper inspection.

Rancho La Gloria’s Rocket Pop Margarita

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As the nation prepares for America's 250th birthday, Rancho La Gloria is bringing nostalgia with the return of its Rocket Pop Margarita.

Taking drinks to the next level

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

To help bring some excitement to drink menus looking to capitalize on soccer fever, Abstract Ice is supporting that energy with its soccer ball-shaped ice piece.

Johnnie Walker unveils Blue Label NYC Championship Limited Edition Design

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Johnnie Walker unveiled the Blue Label NYC Championship Limited Edition Design.

Sprite launches campaign reimagining hip-hop’s most impactful songs

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Sprite, a brand of The Coca-Cola Co., announced the launch of “The Living Tracklist,” a new campaign that reimagines hip-hop’s 50 most impactful songs as a living, evolving canon shaped by culture, conversation and community.

Secondary packaging helps beverage brands increase engagement with consumers

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Consumer interests and engagement are influencing secondary packaging as brands are turning to recyclable materials as well as digital solutions.

Táche Three-Ingredient Pistachio Milk

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Táche announced the launch of a new three-ingredient pistachio milk.

Apple & Eve launches limited-edition soccer-inspired packaging

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Apple & Eve is bringing soccer-inspired packaging to shelves this summer with new limited-edition Apple, Very Berry and Fruit Punch juice boxes designed to tap into the excitement surrounding the sport across North America this summer.

Consumers seek more than hydration from drink mixes

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The performance by the drink mixes market is due mainly to health and wellness benefits, lifestyle alignment and flavor expansion, experts detail.

Zing Zang Espresso Martini Mix

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Zing Zang, a leader in premium cocktail mixers, introduced Espresso Martini Mix crafted with real coffee and cocoa bitters.

Sazerac unveils three new ready-to-drink cocktail brands

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:10:00 -0400

Sazerac Co., Louisville, Ky., announced the national launch of three new ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail brands, demonstrating the company’s continued investment in one of beverage alcohol’s fastest-growing categories.

Beverage brands utilize natural energy ingredients to appeal to consumers

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Beverage-makers are utilizing natural energy solutions in formulations to support clean label and sustained energy needs.

Bones Coffee Co. Summer Flavor Collection

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Bones Coffee Co. announced the return of its highly anticipated Summer 2026 Flavor Collection, featuring three all-new limited-edition flavors alongside two returning seasonal favorites.

Mountain Dew releases commemorative can bundle

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:30:00 -0400

In celebration of the brand’s legacy, Mountain Dew is announcing a limited-edition commemorative can bundle for purchase for a limited time on TikTok Shop.

Foodservice combats challenges with innovative offerings

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Despite inflation and sociopolitical factors, experts highlight how the foodservice channel is leaning into value, quality, and new offerings to meet consumers where they’re at.

Jel Sert Pure Kick Alkaline Singles To Go!

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Jel Sert Co. announced the launch of Pure Kick Alkaline Singles to Go! Powdered Drink Mix, a product that transforms ordinary water into refreshing, functional hydration, it says.

Leading beverage companies roll out ingredient transparency infrastructure

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400

America’s leading beverage companies, including The Coca-Cola Co., Keurig Dr Pepper and PepsiCo, announced the nationwide expansion of a shared digital ingredient transparency infrastructure, American Beverage explains.

Plant waters support consumers’ refreshment, wellness needs

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Plant waters continue steady performance in the market with products supporting consumer need states around hydration, wellness and plant-based diets.

Empress 1908 Original Gin

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Empress 1908 Gin, a brand of Milestone Brands, announced the first-ever U.S. availability of its signature Empress 1908 Original Gin.

Brewers Association, American Cider Association announce co-location event

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The Brewers Association (BA) and the American Cider Association (ACA) announced that CiderCon and the Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America (CBC) will co-locate in San Antonio, Texas, April 5-7, 2027.

Botanic Tonics honors America’s 250th anniversary

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Botanic Tonics, a brand in kava-centric botanical tonics, announced a limited-edition feel free Classic bottle created in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.

Circana New Product Pacesetters reveals shift in how consumers discover, choose products

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Circana unveils 2025 New Product Pacesetters as top innovations drive $6.2 billion in year-one sales.

NOS Energy Grand Prix Guava

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

NOS Energy Drink expanded its lineup with NOS Grand Prix Guava, a bold new flavor inspired by the thrill of the ride, the company says.

Piper-Heidsieck Champagne unveils Marilyn Monroe Cuvée bottle

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

In celebration of the centennial of Marilyn Monroe's birth, Piper-Heidsieck Champagne unveiled a limited-edition cuvée honoring the historic bond between the French House and the Hollywood legend.

Beverage brands show their patriotism

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As Brand Keys’ 25th annual Most Patriotic Brands survey highlights the top brands and categories that consumers view as patriotic, the market is seeing more brands release products and packaging to celebrate America’s 250^th birthday.

Mission Craft Cocktails Tamarind Margarita

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Mission Craft Cocktails announced the newest addition to its award-winning collection of bar-strength, ready-to-drink cocktails: the Tamarind Margarita.

The Free, Organic Myth: What Beverage Marketers Keep Getting Wrong About Acquisition Costs

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Organic versus paid debate is a false binary for beverage marketers as they evaluate marketing strategies.

oHy adds 2 hydrogen water flavors nationwide

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

oHy, Grand Rapids, Mich., announced the nationwide launch of two new flavors: Blackberry and Pineapple.

happy Dubai Chocolatey Style latte

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

happy, founded by entrepreneur Craig Dubitsky and Academy Award-winning actor, entrepreneur, and producer Robert Downey Jr., launched its first-to-market Dubai Chocolatey Style ready-to-drink (RTD) latte.

Predicting, or Just Monitoring? Why True Reliability Must Move Beyond Mere Data Collection

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400

In beverage manufacturing, where high-speed production lines, strict sanitation schedules and narrow downtime windows leave little room for error, the ability to anticipate equipment failure can directly impact output, product quality and profitability.