No Market? No Problem, for Innovative Beverage Brands
In the new-look world of beverages (alcoholic; non-alcoholic; functional; restorative; hybrid; etc.), the right product can ignite a sector.
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KEY: The Startup with Zero Sugar and $4 Million in Funding
Could a zero-sugar energy drink be the future of the heavily saturated beverage market? Possibly. KEY, an energy drink start-up, recently emerged with $4 million in funding, according to an article by AFN. The start-up, …
Kombucha: An Ancient Elixir Finds Modern Appeal
The origins of kombucha are shrouded in legend, and the drink’s murky beginnings remained in relative obscurity—at least to western palates—until its rediscovery in the 20th century in something of a cultural phenomenon.
Alcohol-Related Liver Disease Increasing Sharply Among Women
“Was it the six-pack of wine called ‘Mommy’s Little Helper?’ Or ‘Mommy’s Time Out’ wine? Was it the funny phrase, ‘The most expensive part of having kids is all the wine you have to drink?’ The clothes and other goodies branded with, ‘Who is moderation?’ or ‘This is how you adult?’ Our society thinks it’s funny when women drink heavily,” Pengov said.
Exploring Worldwide Food Innovation: A Culinary Journey into the Future
From Europe to the far reaches of the globe, chefs, entrepreneurs, and food scientists are pushing the boundaries of taste, sustainability, and technology, creating a culinary landscape that is as diverse as it is exciting.
3 Key Takeaways from Expo West 2024
With consumers as focused as ever on improving their health and wellness, clean diets including foods like whole fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins have gained momentum. The show floor at Expo West illustrated that movement.
Unveiling the Latest Trends in Specialty Beverages: A Flavorful Journey
Specialty beverages have undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, transcending their conventional definitions to become a captivating fusion of art, science, and culture.
Why Legacy Beverage Brands are Revamping Their Image
Dunkin’ Donuts’ shift to simply Dunkin’ serves as the gold standard in the contemporary rebranding landscape.
Setting the Table for 2024’s Top Food and Beverage Trends
The culinary landscape is evolving, as specialty food trends take center stage, reflecting global influences and an emphasis on health.
Athletic Brewing – The King of NA Beer?
It comes down to how to make craft beer flavor and aroma become credible as a basic refreshment on occasions currently dominated by soft drinks. This is the real NA beverage battle the brand faces.
Energy Drink Brands Making Inroads in Latin America
According to a Statista report, the global revenue of energy and sports drinks reached approximately $159 billion in 2021 and is estimated to increase to $233 billion by 2027. While the U.S. largely dominates the …
Kombucha Health Benefits Drive Market Growth
Kombucha tea continues to rise in popularity among mainstream consumers. With age-old ties to immunity and gut health, the fermented drink has also become a target for medical research. The global kombucha market is expected …
The Better-for-You Blockbuster Snacking Season Has Arrived
As families gear up for movie night across the country and CPG companies figure out how to get their snacks off the shelves and into the hands of consumers before the previews even start, what constitutes a typical movie night snack, for many, is going the way of the dinosaurs.
High Tolerance: How Functional THC-infused Drinks & Snacks Could Alter the Industry
THC is one of the fastest growing ingredients in foodservice, increasingly legal, and visible amid a key demo—the millennials.
Food, Beverage and Agribusiness Industry: Mid-year Review and M&A Outlook
Appetite for M&A remains strong despite economic headwinds U.S. food, beverage and agribusiness (“FB&A”) M&A volume peaked in 2021 (by number of announced deals), according to S&P Capital IQ, and while deal flow during the …
Case Study: How Seth Goldman Built Just Ice Tea in 3 Months
When the Coca-Cola Co. announced it was discontinuing Honest Tea, co-founder Seth Goldman jumped into action. In a recent episode of The Food Institute Podcast, Goldman discussed his decision to launch Just Ice Tea and …
Energy Crisis?: What Bang’s Financial Woes Signify for Energy Drinks
The maker of Bang energy drinks recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, but the overflowing energy drinks category appears to be on relatively solid footing for the foreseeable future.
What Pepsi’s Bold Move Says About the Future of Advertising
Pepsi will no longer sponsor the Super Bowl halftime show. The company said in a statement that the decision is part of a “larger strategic shift to bring unprecedented music and entertainment experiences” to people …
FI Small Bites: Top Drink Trends of 2022
With a new year comes new insights into consumers’ habits, and that’s especially true for the beverage industry. Check out the Food Institute’s latest Small Bites video, where we go over the top anticipated drink …
Post-Pandemic Millennial Food and Beverage Trends
Which post-pandemic Millennial food and beverage trends are the folks at Moosylvania tracking? Join Moosylvania chief strategy officer Andrew Cohen as he discusses what’s changed and what’s stayed the same with America’s darling cohort in …
