The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Bacardi-owned super-premium vodka leader GREY GOOSE has announced its most significant flavour expansion in ten years, introducing GREY GOOSE Berry Rouge.

The design project, initially exploring deep market research with national agencies, was ultimately executed in-house under the oversight of Design Director Ron Jasin. The labels are being produced by international premium spirits specialist Eurostampa.

Aluminium bottled water brand Re:Water, owned by Berrington Pure Spring Water, has announced a capital investment of £2 million to construct a new production facility in Herefordshire.

French dairy and plant-based giant Danone has announced a strategic expansion of its Alpro brand, entering the fast-growing meal replacement beverage sector with the launch of Alpro Meal to Go.

The new variant combines the brand’s signature sugar-free cola with a blend of pineapple, mango, and peach, targeting the growing consumer demand for exotic fruit profiles within the UK carbonates category.

Revived heritage brand Slice Soda, now operating under the Suja Life umbrella, has announced a strategic expansion of its functional beverage line with the launch of two new flavours: Pacific Pop and Apple.

British soft drinks manufacturer Cawston Press has announced its strategic entry into the fast-growing no- and low-alcohol sector, acquiring fruit-led alcohol-free beer brand Loah.

The dispute emerges nearly a year after Vue ended a 25-year partnership with Coca-Cola, opting instead for a new exclusive supply deal with rival PepsiCo that began in March 2025.