The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

MGP Ingredients has appointed four senior executives across distilling sales, national accounts, brand marketing, and FP&A to strengthen its spirits and commercial operations.

SVEDKA Vodka has launched a limited-edition five-foot tall SVEDKA Vodka Water Cooler activation in partnership with actor Craig Robinson and spirits platform Flaviar.

Dancing Goat Distillery has introduced Stillman's Sonder, featuring 10-year-aged bourbon and American single malt whiskies sourced from curated heritage stocks.

GORGIE has expanded its zero-artificial-sweetener energy drink portfolio with the launch of Candy Apple, as the brand exceeds 40,000 new US distribution points.

7-Eleven has expanded its private-label portfolio with the launch of 7-Select Soda, offering three classic carbonated flavours across its US store network.

Pepsi has expanded its UK zero-sugar portfolio with three ice cream-inspired flavours, supported by a multi-channel summer marketing push and experiential activations featuring Creams Café.

Celsius has expanded its functional energy drink portfolio with the limited-edition release of CELSIUS SPRITZ VIBE Summer Edition in a Sparkling Limoncello Twist flavour.

Cornish producer Healeys Cornwall has launched Gym Juice, three sparkling 70% apple juice beverages delivering protein, caffeine and hydration benefits.