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The brand is differentiating itself by moving beyond standard "black" or "latte" profiles, instead positioning its products as "craft beverages" that blend cold brew with tea, culinary botanicals, and indulgent flavours.

Introducing two new permanent SKUs—Banana Berry Bliss and Melon Medley—and successfully converting a former limited-time offering (LTO), Lemon Italian Ice, into a year-round staple.

The launch marks a significant commercial milestone: it represents Canada Dry’s first official entry into the alcoholic ready-to-drink category, leveraging its ubiquity as a premium mixer to capture share in the high-growth convenience segment.

The concept transforms a classic diner environment into a "collagen-powered" wellness hub, offering a complimentary sit-down experience designed to support the physical demands of fashion week professionals.

The launch aims to broaden the brand's appeal within the competitive functional juice market by targeting distinct consumer flavour preferences—ranging from "approachable" daily hydration to bold, spicy profiles.

The expansion marks a major milestone for the family-owned business as it enters a new category with the introduction of Milo's Fruit Punch, alongside a Zero Sugar Lemonade and a limited-edition Blackberry Sweet Tea.

WaterJunkie, the UK-based functional beverage brand, has expanded its portfolio with the launch of a new range of mushroom-infused sparkling drinks.

Sentia Spirits, the UK-based functional drinks producer co-founded by neuropsychopharmacologist Professor David Nutt, is expanding beyond its core spirit alternatives into the ready-to-drink (RTD) market with the launch of Sentia Cider.