FitGrinds.com, a new functional coffee brand, launched an innovative new product line combining great-tasting high quality coffee with powerful health-promoting nutrients that can save consumers as much as $300 per year when compared to the cost of organic coffee and nutrients purchased separately.

Florida Food Products acquired Amelia Bay, LLC., a provider of fresh brewed tea extracts, coffee extracts and botanicals based out of Johns Creek, Ga. The acquisition will strengthen FFP's position in the clean label ingredients space by adding a beverage platform to its broad portfolio of natural products within the meat, savory, health and wellness markets.

In the past few years, retailers and restaurants alike have seen a swift rise in nut milks, coconut milk and most recently, oat milk. These growing options are all tied into greater consumer demand for plant-based alternatives.

Post Consumer Brands and Dunkin' are brewing up two new cereals made with Dunkin' coffee, set to roll out nationwide. The two new Post cereals —  Dunkin' Caramel Macchiato and Mocha Latte — were inspired by Dunkin' fans' two favorite flavors and mark the first collaboration between Post and Dunkin'.

Teeccino herbal coffees and teas contain high quality, non-GMO, organic ingredients and prebiotics, without any artificial flavors, preservatives, chemicals or stimulants. The product aims to meet the needs of those who want rich, bold flavor without the effects of caffeine and acidity.        

Nutrition is becoming a central pillar to a healthy lifestyle for a growing number of consumers. They are seeking products that not only taste good but also offer additional health value.

Coffee specialties like cappuccino, latte macchiato and café au lait are all characterized by a creamy milk foam. CAVAMAX ® W6 cyclodextrin from WACKER improves the foaming properties of these barista toppings. Thanks to CAVAMAX ® W6, the toppings whether dairy or plant-based, feature a high foam volume, uniform structure and long-lasting stability.

New handcrafted offerings include the unveiling of six refreshing, hand-shaken iced tea beverages made with real fruit pieces and fruit puree, Strawberry Lemon Black Tea, Yuzu Citrus Black Tea, Tropical Berry Green Tea, Pineapple Citrus Green Tea, Citrus Hibiscus Tea, and Berry Hibiscus Tea, as well as the limited-edition Strawberry Vanilla Cold Brew and Citrus Cremesicle Cold Brew.

The hot drinks market topped $250B globally in 2018, and is expected to maintain an annual growth rate of 6% until at least 2025.