The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Keebler has reintroduced its limited-edition Spookie Fudge Stripes cookies for Halloween 2026, backed by an omnichannel zoo safari experiential campaign and digital gaming platform.

Chicago startup G&Tea has launched a 7% ABV sparkling hard tea pairing London Dry gin with South African rooibos and clover honey across two SKU options.

General Mills brand Cinnamon Toast Crunch has partnered with Chamoy Mega to launch a limited-edition chamoy-flavoured cereal and a CINNADUST-infused chamoy sauce across digital channels.

SHS Drinks, the brand owner and distributor behind WKD, Bottlegreen, and Shandy Shack, has introduced Shottails, a first-to-market ready-to-drink (RTD) canned shot brand.

Chocolove has reintroduced its seasonal Pumpkin-Shaped Bites for autumn 2026, debuting a new Apple Cider flavour alongside returning Pumpkin Spice and Peanut Butter varieties across US retail.

7-Eleven has rolled out its 2026 autumn menu across US stores, introducing pumpkin coffee beverages, Hanx for Our Troops packaged roasts, and a viral Dubai-inspired pistachio cookie.

Crumbl has partnered with Minecraft to launch its first character-licensed dessert collection, introducing six square-shaped baked goods and collectable merchandise for a one-week promotional window.

Dan-O's Seasoning has entered the pre-measured meal starter category with six clean-label Chilli and Tac-O seasoning packets across DTC channels, Amazon, and Walmart.