Imports and exports: How Brexit could affect beer, wine and spirits
Brexit means both winners and losers in the beverage industry, says Rabobank, and beverage companies are looking for ways to mitigate risks and take advantage of new opportunities.
Archives for July 11, 2016
Meal replacement drinks by Chimp Food imitate the diet of our primate brethren
Florida-based Chimp Food distinguishes itself from other health beverage manufacturers by mimicking the diet of the human species’ closest living relative: chimpanzees.
Home brewing joins Internet of Things with launch of Aussie iBrew kit
The Internet of Things is about to shake up the home brew industry after one of the world’s biggest manufacturers of home brew ingredients announced the launch an automated system that uses Wi-Fi, precise temperature control and patented...
South Africa sets out sugar tax plans
South Africa’s National Treasury has published proposals for a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages, and is inviting comment on the plans.
Put the sugar tax on hold after Brexit, says FDF
Industry group, the Food and Drink Federation, has called for the UK's sugar tax to be put on hold due to the economic fragility of the post-Brexit environment - but campaigners have slammed it as opportunistic.