Archives for August 6, 2014

‘Coke didn’t treat Nestea like tea!’ Nestle Waters boss suggests soda giant had half-hearted approach

Nestle Waters USA CEO Tim Brown says he doesn’t think Coke ‘had a lot of heart’ for RTD tea brand Nestea in the US and suggests it blundered by treating it as a soft drink line extension.

White wine: Avery Dennison launches bright labels

The expanded wine label line includes a 100% cotton fiber label, designed to give wine a touch of elegance and sustainability.

Patent Watch

Mondelēz eyes patent for fat reducing chocolate technique using fruit juice

Mondelēz International is seeking a patent on a chocolate production method using fruit juice that halves fat content and reduces calories.  

‘Coconut water adulteration threatens US consumer confidence’: ITI Tropicals

Coconut water supplier ITI Tropicals claims that around 15% of coconut water sold in the US is adulterated with unlabeled added sugars – and is calling for industry action to retain consumer trust.