Abbott Nutrition announced the release of Ensure Plus, which contains 16 grams of protein along with essential nutrients that support immune health, it says.

Operation Gratitude ships beverages, snacks and treats to first responders, National Guard members and deployed troops to express thankfulness. 

The American Beverage Association (ABA), Washington, D.C., announced it has joined the newly formed U.S. Plastics Pact as a Not-for-Profit Founding Activator. In this role, ABA will provide leadership in the transition to the circular economy for plastics and work with pact stakeholders to promote its acceleration, the association says. 

Guardian LLC has launched Guardian Athletic Rehydration, an organic hemp-infused performance beverage with no artificial ingredients.

BODYARMOR, a brand BA Sports Nutrition, Queens, N.Y., announced a partnership with Atlanta Hawks All-Star Trae Young as the brand’s newest athlete partner.

Beverage Industry provides an in-depth look into the performances and trends in the alcohol and non-alcohol categories within the last year.

Iconic Protein launched Iconic Kids, a protein drink for children that is free of sugar and features a full serving of vegetables from organic kale, broccoli and spinach.

As consumers increasingly turn online for their food and beverage needs during the COVID-19 pandemic, PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., announced the launch of PantryShop.com and Snacks.com, two direct-to-consumer websites where shoppers can order an assortment of PepsiCo's food and beverage brands.

Talking Rain Beverage Co., creators of Sparkling Ice, introduced Talking Rain Elevate (TRE), a non-carbonated, multifunctional performance water.