Among the most important recent innovations identified by Packaged Facts in the report involves mashups—the crossover fusion of two or more beverage products that traditionally wouldn’t be expected to go together.

Crafted by the same brewmasters behind the number one chelada in Mexico, Sol Chelada finally brings the same flavor to the US that has previously been enjoyed south of the border.

Kahlúa tapped in to the trend of ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) to create the Kahlúa ASMR-tini depicting the pop and foam intensity of the product.

More than 23,000 tweets over the last six months have mentioned mixing Sprite and lemonade, piquing the interest of the Sprite team.

The trend leading coral pink, yellow and green illustrations on the DRY Zero Sugar Ruby Citrus packaging were created by internationally-celebrated artist, Catalina Estrada. 

The new lines of probiotic-infused or fermented products are favored for their light and delicate flavors. However, a major challenge for makers of such beverages has been that it can be difficult to mask any undesired fermentation or savory notes in these types of water-heavy products.

Sam Zarou, CEO of Affinity Beverages LLC, commented, “Our flagship product – Regatta Ginger Beer -- is a multi-year winner of SIP Awards’ highest recognition and widely recognized as the industry standard. We are thrilled to build on our expertise and expand our presence in the explosive craft mixer space where variety and craftsmanship are paramount.” 

"As we pursue our new vision to 'Be the Global Leader in Convenient Foods and Beverages by Winning with Purpose,' we have taken some important steps to reorganize our leadership team. We believe these changes will enable us to better capture growth opportunities by getting closer to our consumers and deploying our global capabilities in a way that allows us to win locally in each of our markets," said PepsiCo Chairman and CEO Ramon Laguarta. 

A formulation-friendly powder made from amaranth, buckwheat, millet, chia and quinoa, AncienTRIM is key to adding the protein, fiber and essential amino acids of ancient grains to soups, beverages, dairy alternatives, RTM products and more. 

Ging has dedicated her career to the coffee & tea, beverage and specialty food industries, solidifying her place as an industry leader and expert.