The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Hall & Woodhouse has partnered with James May to launch The Spanner, a 3.8% ABV British session cask ale rolling out across managed pubs and The Royal Oak.

The Hershey Company has appointed Dave Hulays as Chief Financial Officer, effective 2 September 2026, succeeding Steve Voskuil ahead of his planned 2027 retirement.

McIlhenny Company brand TABASCO has appointed actor Iñaki Godoy as Chief Hot Ideas Person, launching a manga-inspired digital cookbook and marketing campaign.

Thomas Conquet has been appointed Managing Director of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages UK, succeeding Stefano Bolognese to lead brand growth and category expansion.

Ben & Jerry's has appointed Nora Benavidez, Michael McAfee, and Eva Schulte as Independent Directors to strengthen its three-part corporate mission and governance model.

Tom Holland's non-alcoholic beer brand BERO has launched its Kingston Golden Pils in signature glass bottles across direct-to-consumer and on-premise channels in the US and UK.

Independent Australian distillery Archie Rose has named actor Chris Hemsworth as co-owner alongside founder Will Edwards, as the business prepares for its US market debut and global expansion.

Former BrewDog CEO James Watt has launched Fools Fix, a sparkling functional recovery drink designed to support rehydration, sleep, and nutrient replenishment after alcohol consumption.