The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Baked by Melissa expands into retail baking, launching bite-size cupcake kits, silicone pans, and custom liners exclusively with Target for the holiday season.

Monster Energy expands its co-branded McLaren Racing energy drink worldwide, launching the zero-sugar papaya beverage across the UK, US, Europe, and Australia.

Froot Pops launches Sours, a confectionery-inspired frozen fruit snacking range in Zingy Blueberry and Hot Mango, rolling out across Ocado and UK wholesale.

Alani Nu transitions Lime Slush and Purple Cotton Candy from limited-edition runs into its permanent core energy drink lineup across US retail and club channels.

Milk Bar partners with Dairy Farmers of America brand Plugrà to launch the Butter Lover's Cookie, celebrating 82% European-style butterfat in a 6-pack tin for $28.

Sanpellegrino expands its Crafted Soda Italiana Zero Added Sugar range with Strawberry Crema, introducing functional magnesium and vitamin B6 at 10kcal per can.