The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Tenzing has launched its second Natural Energy+ SKU, Focus White Peach, utilising a 160mg L-theanine and caffeine stack to target the high-growth cognitive performance and deep work markets.

The FBIF2026 forum in Hangzhou brought together 53,000 industry professionals to explore breakthrough strategies in AI, neural sensory research, and global market expansion for the F&B sector.

PepsiCo UK has launched a zero-sugar Ice Cream Flavour range to capture the summer market. Featuring three nostalgic variants, the lineup debuts at Tesco before scaling nationwide in July.

Red Tree Beverages has launched Fresca Hard, a 4.6% ABV flavoured malt beverage targeting the post-game occasion. With zero sugar and 99 calories, it disrupts the active lifestyle RTD market.

Pop & Bottle has expanded its RTD portfolio into the functional hydration category, launching a Matcha Coconut Water line that combines ceremonial-grade matcha with over 600mg of natural electrolytes to target the "clean energy" wellness market.

Starbucks has launched Coffee Craft in the UK, a premium Arabica concentrate designed to capture the at-home iced coffee market by reducing preparation friction for lifestyle consumers.