The latest food and beverage industry news and trend analysis

Storck USA has launched Mamba Tropical Sticks, utilising a tropical-flavoured LTO and a national sweepstakes to capitalise on consumer demands for micro-moments of sweet mental escape.

European vending supplier vendinGO has completed the acquisition of Portuguese roaster Caffier, establishing a vertically integrated manufacturing platform to serve out-of-home and retail channels.

Angostura has launched Demerara and Spicy Honey syrups in the US, expanding its 200-year portfolio into the premium mixer category to drive back bar consistency and on-premise volume.

Kraft Heinz has launched Jell-O Simply, a clean-label line free from artificial sweeteners and FD and C colours, targeting the high-growth pediatric health and wellness snacking sectors.

Magnum has launched its couture-inspired Signature ice cream range in Cannes, leveraging high-fashion partnerships and celebrity co-creation to drive premiumisation across its global portfolio.

Bazooka Brands has launched Go Wandr to capture the surging demand for global confectionery, debuting a mochi-gummy fusion that leverages social commerce before entering brick-and-mortar retail.