The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Functional coffee brand Everyday Dose has expanded its retail presence across 300 Sam's Club locations while appointing former tech executive Kyle Thibaut as Chief Executive Officer.

The Hershey Company's Reese's brand has partnered with coffee chain The Nitro Bar to introduce the Reese's Pumpkins PB Whip Latte, expanding its Halloween confectionery into the autumn coffeehouse LTO category.

Sazerac-owned RTD brand BuzzBallz has collaborated with Pop-Tarts to launch two limited-edition 15% ABV cocktails inspired by Frosted S'mores and Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon.

Drive-thru coffee operator Dutch Bros has launched its 2026 autumn seasonal beverage menu, featuring returning favourites Caramel Pumpkin Brûlée and Cookie Butter alongside a new Autumn Berry energy drink.

CCEP has launched 'The Club' shopper loyalty platform and refreshed its 500ml Coca-Cola 'Supercan' range across UK retail to drive Premier League beverage sales.

Peet's Coffee has unveiled its 2026 autumn menu, introducing high-protein smoothies, energy drinks, and seasonal food alongside the return of its $30 Cold Brew Pass.

DASH Water has partnered with La Vieille Ferme to launch a limited-edition Rosé Spritz Kit, tapping into rising UK consumer demand for lower-ABV wine serves and mindful drinking rituals.

Zero-sugar energy drink brand FLRT has launched its first flavour innovation, Apple Bottoms Up, debuting via an exclusive Kroger preview before rolling out across US retail.