The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Costa Coffee has introduced high-protein lattes and an afternoon scone bundle to its seasonal menu, aiming to diversify its offer with functional and food-led options.

PerfectTed has introduced a new range of ceremonial-grade matcha concentrates, aiming to streamline the preparation process for consumers and retail outlets.

Lavazza and Müller have partnered to launch a new range of ready-to-drink coffees, combining expertise in Italian coffee and chilled dairy manufacturing to capture growing demand in the RTD sector.

Plant-powered supplement brand INDI is launching its new functional 'Brain Bar' this July, designed to support cognitive function and energy with a clean-label, whole-food formulation.

BLNCD Naturals and Foundry Nation have unveiled a cannabis beverage collection featuring 0.4mg of hemp-derived THC combined with minor cannabinoids and adaptogens.

7 Brew is launching its "Freeze the Heat" campaign on 1 July, featuring a new Frozen Chiller menu and a series of promotional offers designed to drive transaction volume during the peak summer period.

Muracha enters the premium tea market with the launch of its debut single-cultivar matcha, Yame No. 89, focusing on supply chain transparency and origin-specific sourcing.

Confectionery brand HI-CHEW has entered the beverage category through a partnership with FiiZ Drinks, launching two limited-edition dirty sodas inspired by its dessert-flavoured candy line.