The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Keurig Dr Pepper has announced a significant evolution of its Board of Directors with the appointment of two high-profile independent directors: Amie Thuener (Alphabet) and William "Bill" Newlands (Constellation Brands).

The launch is anchored by two key innovation ranges: Maison Perrier Forever (fruit-flavoured sparkling beverages) and Maison Perrier Chic (a premium mocktail collection), alongside the brand's unflavoured sparkling water.

Yerba Madre, the regenerative yerba mate brand re-launched in 2025, has announced a significant expansion of its product portfolio and certification standards for 2026.

Launching in time for the Valentine's Day trading period, the new line marks a strategic pivot from the brand's traditional unsweetened mineral water roots into the high-growth functional beverage category.

The launch continues the brand's aggressive strategy of targeting the "high-performance lifestyle" segment with confectionery-inspired profiles that offer bold taste without sugar.

Tenzing, the UK-based natural energy brand, has announced a strategic expansion beyond its core caffeine-led portfolio with the launch of a new functional sub-range: Natural Energy+.

The company is executing a dual-channel rollout across major regional grocery and national convenience networks, supported by a trio of senior executive hires from industry giants including Red Bull, Coca-Cola, and Congo Brands.

The company confirmed the completion of a £38 million deal to acquire Hexham-based botanical brewer Fentimans on Monday, funded through a combination of cash and debt