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Retail State of the Industry | Beverages

Beverage Trends Abound at Natural Products Expo West

Plant-based beverages, sparkling drinks and sports & energy products topped the list of highlights at the 2019 convention.

July 24, 2019

This year's Natural Products Expo West drew a record-setting 86,000 attendees and more than 3,600 exhibiting companies this March at California's Anaheim Convention Center.

S&D Coffee & Tea Introduces New Line of Infused Beverages

Eight new fruit-forward drinks satisfy growing demand for better-for-you beverages

July 12, 2019

Driven by today’s health-conscious consumers, better-for-you beverages are gaining momentum and causing the foodservice industry to invest in expanded beverage options that go beyond conventional soda, iced tea and tap water.

Malt Products: On-Trend Tastes

MPC’s MaltRite™ malted barley extract gaining attention as base for malt-based energy drinks, ethnic beverages, kombucha and specialty teas, and sports recovery drinks

July 10, 2019

In addition to the generally heightened interest in plant-based, multi-functional ingredients, malt extract sweeteners also provide sector-specific benefits for a spectrum of beverage-industry items.

Kayco Introduces Wonder Melon

New beverage is made from 100% organic cold-pressed juice with no added sugar, artificial ingredients, or artificial colorings

July 10, 2019

Varieties are non-GMO verified, certified Fair Trade, USDA organic, and certified OU kosher (parve).

Love Plantz Whole Food Drinks

New beverage line contains a balance of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants

July 10, 2019

Whole Food Drinks contain a balance of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Retail State of the Industry | Beverages

Coffee, Tea, and Energy Drinks Boost Sales with Surprising Crossover 'Mash-Up' Formulations

Blended Beverages: Packaged Facts uncovers trends among beverages that combine two or more unconventional characteristics.

July 1, 2019

Here are three key mashup trends Packaged Facts sees spurring future growth in the beverage industry.

International Delight French Toast Swirl Flavored Creamer

New creamer product contains cinnamon sugar and buttery syrup

June 28, 2019

The company's product team tweaked the recipe until they were able to craft a balanced flavor profile.

Elmhurst 1925 Hemp Creamers

The hemp creamers are made using five simple ingredients and without added gums, emulsifiers, carrageenan or oils

June 14, 2019

The three new flavors also contain 350mg of omega-3 ALA per serving and only one gram of sugar, and are vegan, gluten-free, Non-GMO Project Verified, dairy-free and OU kosher.

TIC Gums: Optimized Formulating

TIC Gums uses IFT to showcase ingredient solutions targeting texture enhancement, protein fortification

June 4, 2019

Ticaloid PRO 122 RD is a hydrocolloid blend uniquely created for retort processing, both rotational and static. This optimized blend withstands the harsh conditions in a retort process while contributing to stability and texture of the end beverage.