The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Death Wish Coffee Co. is expanding its ready-to-drink portfolio with a Caramel Cold Brew Latte, combining its signature high-caffeine profile with a "better-for-you" formulation featuring 65% less sugar than category leaders.

Quaker is diversifying its functional breakfast offerings with the launch of a new Protein Granola range and indulgent porridge extensions to meet rising demand for high-protein, non-HFSS options.

CHANDON has unveiled its Spritz collection, a premium trio of botanical-infused, ready-to-serve sparkling cocktails developed over six years of research and development, utilising natural fermentation and high-altitude Mendoza grapes to target the high-growth "permissible indulgence" and lower-ABV lifestyle segments.

Nestlé Toll House has introduced a limited-edition soccer-themed duo, Milk Chocolatey Flavoured Soccer Ball Morsels and Ready-to-Bake Cookie Dough, leveraging shape-retention technology to capture the high-engagement "Summer of Soccer" and game-day viewing occasions.

Starbucks EMEA has announced the launch of "Protein Cold Foam," a technical evolution of its signature foam platform that delivers 15g of whey protein per serving, strategically targeting the high-growth functional beverage and "better-for-you" (BFY) markets across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Kylie Jenner’s Sprinter brand has announced its first major category extension with the launch of "k2o by Sprinter," a functional hydration line featuring "Advanced Skin Hydration Mix" drink sticks formulated with Verisol® Bioactive Collagen, hyaluronic acid, and electrolytes to capture the high-growth intersection of wellness and beauty.

PepsiCo Beverages U.S. is capitalising on the high-growth "dirty soda" trend by launching Dirty Mountain Dew in a ready-to-drink format, addressing consumer demand for indulgent and convenient beverage options.

Nestlé Cereals has announced the debut of Nesquik Strawberry Cereal in the UK and Ireland, marking the first time the brand's iconic milkshake flavour has been adapted for the breakfast cereal category since its 1957 British launch.