The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Ube Superfood has launched a clean-label organic purple yam powder blend, offering a syrup-free, caffeine-free functional ingredient for the beverage and bakery sectors.

AMASS Brands Group has announced plans to acquire a majority stake in HpO, a sparkling protein water brand, as part of a strategy to expand its functional beverage and protein-led hydration portfolio.

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has launched limited-edition Monster Energy cans featuring Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri, aiming to drive category engagement in the UK energy drink sector.

The launch of the new product, titled Draft Day Blue, highlights the company's vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and its approach to athlete-led brand positioning.

Jennifer Mann, President of The Coca-Cola Company’s North American Operating Unit, will step down on August 1. CFO John Murphy will oversee the unit on an interim basis.

Co-op Group has announced a major restructure of its executive leadership team following the departures of Managing Director Matt Hood and two other senior commercial directors.

Paramount Coffee has introduced a ready-to-drink cold brew line under its Joe Knows Coffee brand, utilising 100% Arabica beans to address rising consumer demand for chilled coffee products.

Laird Superfood has introduced a protein-enhanced instant matcha latte line, featuring 10 grams of milk protein, functional mushrooms, and electrolytes designed for active consumers.