The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Independent Australian distillery Archie Rose has named actor Chris Hemsworth as co-owner alongside founder Will Edwards, as the business prepares for its US market debut and global expansion.

Saint James Iced Tea has entered the yerba mate category with the launch of an organic, low-sugar beverage line delivering 150mg of natural caffeine across 7,500 retail doors.

Former BrewDog CEO James Watt has launched Fools Fix, a sparkling functional recovery drink designed to support rehydration, sleep, and nutrient replenishment after alcohol consumption.

Khalifa Kush has partnered with Scofflaw Brewing to enter the ready-to-drink category with its initial hemp-derived THC beverage, Khalifa Kush & Orange Juice.

Suntory Co., Ltd. is expanding its RTD portfolio with the nationwide limited-edition launch of -196 Kiwi, a 5% ABV canned chuhai featuring kiwifruit sourced from Ehime Prefecture.

SONIC Drive-In has launched a limited-time Banana Collection across its US network, introducing Banana Dirty Dr Pepper alongside the returning Banana Pudding Shake.

PepsiCo brand Mountain Dew has partnered with Trolli to launch Mountain Dew x Trolli Mango Pineapple Punch, combining tropical fruit and sweet-and-spicy flavour profiles across US retail and Pizza Hut.

Beyond Meat has expanded the physical retail footprint of its first functional beverage line, Beyond Immerse, launching across Erewhon stores in Southern California.