The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Alpro has introduced the UK’s first soya-coconut-based ready-to-drink matcha, utilising a 1L format to capitalise on a 140% surge in category presence and targeting the high-volume afternoon consumption window.

Heineken has unveiled "The Clinker," a wearable smart band designed to facilitate social connections at Coachella 2026 by syncing fan streaming data with physical interactions through a web-based application.

BIGGBY® COFFEE has partnered with Red Bull® to launch a limited-time "Cherry Sakura" energy lineup, leveraging floral flavour trends and digital delivery promotions to drive spring-season traffic across its 460-unit franchise network.

Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages UK has introduced "Inspired by Buxton Peak," a new three-SKU range of functional flavoured waters designed to meet growing consumer demand for proactive, low-calorie wellbeing solutions.

The Coca-Cola system has committed $1.94 million to restore the Ruvu Basin in Tanzania, utilising nature-based solutions to secure water for Dar es Salaam as part of a wider $25 million African regional strategy.

Constellation Brands has agreed to acquire the remaining stake in HopWtr, a functional non-alcoholic brand, following 22% category growth and a successful four-year venture partnership.

Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman have confirmed they are in preliminary discussions regarding a potential business combination. The proposed "merger of equals" aims to create a global spirits powerhouse by leveraging iconic brands like Jack Daniel’s alongside expansive international distribution networks.

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has introduced Schweppes Cherry Pepper Soda, a sweet-and-spicy mixer designed to capture a projected £300 million premiumisation opportunity in the adult sparkling category.