The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Bevi has launched a modular alcohol format specifically for the Gen Z "pre-drinks" market, combining 12% ABV vodka-based RTDs with functional energy sachets to address the rising trend of "functional intentionality" in social drinking.

Costa Coffee has unveiled its 2026 summer menu across the United Kingdom, featuring eight new beverage SKUs, a strategic partnership with McVitie’s, and an expanded "Sweet Ube" range designed to capitalise on high-growth flavour trends in the iced coffee and refresher segments.

Dunkin’ has launched its national summer menu, headlined by a strategic entry into the "dirty soda" category and a multi-product collaboration with the OREO brand, aimed at capturing the high-growth seasonal beverage market through customisable Refreshers and reimagined frozen coffee formats.

White Lily is expanding its 140-year heritage into the freezer aisle with the launch of its first ready-to-bake frozen biscuit line, utilising its signature soft winter wheat formulation to capture the growing demand for premium convenience.

Nutribullet has officially entered the frozen dessert category with the launch of the nutribullet Chill™, a compact countertop appliance featuring proprietary 360DoubleCream™ technology designed to deliver faster and creamier results than existing market competitors.

GateDrop has officially launched its action-sports-inspired energy gummies, offering a precisely dosed, shelf-stable alternative to traditional energy drinks as the global category prepares to surpass 130 billion dollars by 2030.

Nestlé USA has launched Minor’s Kitchen, marking its first entry into the U.S. at-home condiment category by transitioning its 75-year-old professional culinary brand, Minor’s, into a premium retail format.

Protein Pints has launched its new Fudge Brownie flavour exclusively at Sprouts Farmers Market nationwide, continuing its 2026 innovation cycle with a formulation that delivers 30g of protein and 85% less sugar than traditional ice cream.