The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Bimbo Bakeries USA brand The Rustik Oven has expanded into the bagel aisle with a nationwide line of artisan-style sourdough bagels across three varieties.

Mondelēz International brand CLIF has expanded into the high-protein category with the launch of the CLIF High Protein Bar, delivering 20g of protein and 5g of fibre per serving.

SOHO Coffee Co. has launched its autumn 2026 beverage platform under the "Settle In" campaign, introducing four handcrafted hot and iced chocolate creations across its UK stores.

Suntory Co., Ltd. is expanding its RTD portfolio with the nationwide limited-edition launch of -196 Kiwi, a 5% ABV canned chuhai featuring kiwifruit sourced from Ehime Prefecture.

SONIC Drive-In has launched a limited-time Banana Collection across its US network, introducing Banana Dirty Dr Pepper alongside the returning Banana Pudding Shake.

PepsiCo brand Mountain Dew has partnered with Trolli to launch Mountain Dew x Trolli Mango Pineapple Punch, combining tropical fruit and sweet-and-spicy flavour profiles across US retail and Pizza Hut.

The Hershey Company's Reese's brand has partnered with coffee chain The Nitro Bar to introduce the Reese's Pumpkins PB Whip Latte, expanding its Halloween confectionery into the autumn coffeehouse LTO category.

Sazerac-owned RTD brand BuzzBallz has collaborated with Pop-Tarts to launch two limited-edition 15% ABV cocktails inspired by Frosted S'mores and Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon.