The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Carlsberg Malaysia has expanded its portfolio by launching ChongQing beer, a 3.8% ABV Chinese lager brewed locally to capitalise on the surging regional demand for authentic Asian food and beverage brands.

Childrens health brand Hiya has entered the paediatric protein category with Kids Daily Growth and Protein, a zero-sugar grass-fed whey formula designed for younger demographics.

Premium Korean tea brand OSULLOC has launched its Matcha Plus range in the US, merging convenient single-serve stick formats with functional ingredients like collagen and probiotics.

Adult novelty brand Buzzbar has partnered with New York restaurant Serendipity Three to launch a range of premium spirit-infused desserts, targeting high-margin experiential dining.

Pan-Asian condiment brand Mr Bing has launched an Asian BBQ Sauce lineup across retail and foodservice sectors to capitalise on the rapidly growing demand for global flavours.

Taco Bell has expanded its beverage footprint with a permanent cold brew and cold foam range, supporting Yum Brands' strategic goal to scale Taco Bell beverage sales to five billion dollars by 2030.