A 200% rise in demand for guar gum over the past 12 months is driving demand within the beverage industry for effective replacements, according to US firm TIC Gums, which has just launched such a product.
A US firm accused by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) of deceptive advertising doesn’t believe it violated any laws, despite agreeing to repackage and label its super-strength alcoholic products.
Light consumption of red wine in particular may protect against weight gain, according to a recently published review study from Spanish academics at the University of Navarra.
ADM has yet to determine pricing for its ‘invisible’ new soy protein Clarisoy, but says it will provide a cost-effective alternative to whey for firms looking to add high-quality protein by stealth to juices, sports drinks or clear beverages.
A penny-per-ounce tax on sugary drinks could generate $79bn over a five-year period, according to a revenue calculator developed by researchers at Yale’s Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the US has launched a crackdown on caffeinated alcoholic drinks following a scientific review of their safety.
Stevia suppliers have been partnering with sugar companies with the aim of blending the two sweeteners for more sucrose-like taste and lower calories – but the success of hybrid sweeteners relies on consumer acceptance.
Energy and sports drinks are the still the market leaders but there has been a growth in the nostaliga and retro drink segment due to consumers hankering after comfort in the credit crisis, claims a Leatherhead market analyst ahead of BeverageDaily.com's...
Partially defatted peanut flour could provide the foundations for an instant shake-style beverage with excellent consumer acceptance, according to a new study from the US.
A new study measuring changes in beverage consumption trends in the US concludes that public health measures are needed to address increases in sugar-sweetened beverages, alcohol and juices, and patchy switches to reduced fat milk.
Adding common ingredients to whey-based sports beverages may improve the clarity of the finished product and allow greater consumer acceptance of this type of sports beverages, says a new study.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has asked nearly 30 beverage manufacturers to provide information showing that their caffeinated alcoholic drinks are safe.
Alcohol’s ability to survive under difficult economic times has come into question amidst shifting consumer attitudes in the US to more value-focused offerings as opposed to their premium counterparts, says new research.
The advertising practices of a number of leading alcoholic drink makers have again been called into question this week after allegations they are targeting underage drinkers through events like the US Grammy Awards.
In the current economic climate consumers are turning to local alcoholic beverages rather than imports, providing opportunities for brand growth, according to a report from The Nielsen Company.
A new range of taste enhancers have been introduced to try to improve the taste of liquor and provide mouth warming sensations that give the impression of a more premium product.
The global market for non-alcoholic beverages will remain dominated by more perceivably healthy soft drink options, amidst a growing population concerned with well being in what they drink, according to a new report.
Knife crime, obesity and skiffle music. Out of all the evils
currently threatening the welfare of Western teenagers, recent US
headlines finger the main culprit as the caffeinated alcoholic
beverage.
This week, Diageo heads to the court over new taxing measures in
California, a major US roadway is closed over beer-induced chaos
and InBev expresses its concerns to potential takeover target
Anheuseur-Busch.
Flavor ingredients supplier Treatt has added Apricot 9853 to its
Treattarome soft fruit flavor line and says the new ingredient
could make headway in a flavor category that has not been commonly
used in North America.
Proposals for new mandatory labelling requirements on alcoholic
beverages in the US have come under criticism this week from
foreign manufacturers and watchdogs for offering no benefit to the
consumer.
Beverage innovator Wild has come up with a new concept for clear
fruit-juice drinks called Refresher, to help manufacturers tap
demand for near water, spritzer and water-plus products.
The energy drink market has gotten further stimulus from club
crowds who mix these functional beverages with alcohol, according
to market researcher Mintel.
Beverage giant Anheuser-Busch has been called on to cease marketing
of its Spykes malt-based beverages, which have been accused of
carrying 'illegal' warning labels.
Alcoholic drinks makers could benefit from a new range of enzymes
that claim to increase production at the same times as
significantly reducing operating costs.
Frutarom has signed an agreement to acquire flavours firm Belmay -
a strategic move said to position it as the leader in UK flavours
and bolster its global position in the market.
Soft drink consumption is the principal factor behind the growth in
global drinks, with health playing an increasingly important role
in consumer choice.
Energising ingredients and more spending on research and
development has turned around the fortunes of flavoured alcoholic
beverages in Russia, bringing better opportunities and growth
forecasts, writes Chris Mercer.
Looking to boost growth in the sluggish caramel colour market, the
world's largest manufacturer, DD Williamson will extend its reach
in the burgeoning Chinese market with the extension of its liquid
product line for Asia,writes...
Convenience, that dominated growth in global product categories
form 2003 to 2004, will drive new product development in the next
12 months. Drinkable yoghurts, sugar substitutes and pre-prepared
foods all enjoyed year on year double-digit...
Mounting evidence backs the role red wine may play in promoting
heart health but a new study from Spain finds this increasingly
popular beverage might offer some protection against lung cancer.
The UN-backed health body today calls for consumers to use
prevention as a tool in the battle against heart disease, a move
that underlines opportunities for food and beverage makers
formulating products for heart health.
