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How to build a beverage brand: Campari America on creating global icons

Campari America Managing Director Melanie Batchelor's vision has been instrumental in building the strategy for some of the world's most iconic spirits brands, including SKYY Vodka, Campari, Aperol, Grand Marnier and Espolon Tequila. What are her top tips for building globally successful beverage brands?

Carlsberg Malaysia believes that the upcoming festive season as well as stronger economic growth will help to drive improved sales for the rest of 2024. ©Carlsberg Malaysia

New year boost? Carlsberg Malaysia banks on festive season to drive final quarter sales, offset poor Singapore performance

Carlsberg Malaysia believes that the upcoming festive season as well as stronger economic growth will help to drive improved sales for the rest of 2024, despite a negative performance in Singapore in Q3.

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RTD coffee: Convenience and energy boosting - but what comes next?

For coffee, convenience and energy boosting qualities are still key factors for ready-to-drink coffee. However, coffee drink brands are tempting consumers with additional benefits and appealing flavour combinations.

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Should dairy drinks and RTD coffee be included in soda taxes?

The UK government is considering extending its Soft Drinks Industry Levy to milk-based drinks and plant-based alternatives: putting milkshakes and RTD coffee in the firing line. Will this move go ahead - and could other governments consider doing the...

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Nestlé to spin off water brands into a standalone business

Nestlé's water brands will be separated into a standalone business as of January 1, 2025, the company announced this morning.

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Innovation watch: Alcohol-free

Europe's leading the way in alcohol-free. How is innovation shaping up?

New beverage launches: tequila NPD, energy drink innovation, and more

What's hitting the shelves? New beverage launches: from Olmeca to Celsius

From limited-edition tequila to energy drinks, we take a look at some of the latest beverage launches around the globe.

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2025 Beverage trends to watch: Circana expects growth in water enhancers, functional drinks

Hydration-boosting, functional and non-alcoholic (non-alc) beverages will continue their growth in 2025, but generations are seeking out different drinks to meet their health and nutrition needs, according to a recent Circana webinar.

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Saccharin daily intake threshold almost doubles post EFSA review

Safe daily intake limits for saccharin have been almost doubled by the European Food Safety Authority following a new review on the sweetener.

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Packaged for success: Taking boba tea into retail

Boba tea has been about trendy cafes and out-of-home treats. But winning in retail is the next opportunity for the drink: how can fun flavors, innovative packaging formats and even functional ingredients help the category gain traction?

Alcohol-free cider category is ready for growth

Alcohol-free beer is booming. Can alcohol-free cider enjoy the same success?

CHANCE Clean Cider (0.5% ABV) sees the opportunity for low and no ciders to enjoy the same success as alcohol-free beers.

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Trend spotting: What’s the ‘next big thing’ in beverage innovation?

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UK looks to expand sugar tax

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UK considers extending sugar tax to milk-based drinks

Starbucks removes extra charge for non-dairy milk

What's hitting the shelves? New beverage launches: From cocktails to kefir

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