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How will McDonald's affect the beverage market?
McDonald's new beverages might not be bad news for existing drink concepts. | Image courtesy of McDonald's. McDonald's will officially begin its beverage push starting next month, with a selection of Refreshers and dirty sodas and, later this year…
The billion dollar beverage opportunity
Non-alcoholic beer, wine, and spirits have surpassed $1 billion in US off-premise sales, with the category growing rapidly-non-alcoholic beer leads the market, while wine and spirits and canned cocktails follow with smaller but significant growth.
Functional beverages: The 5 overarching trends defining the next generation of drinks
Functional beverages are evolving beyond hydration to address multiple health and lifestyle needs, including protein, gut health, energy, and mental wellness. But the next generation of drinks will be shaped by macro consumer trends.
New beverage launches: Patrón, Nestlé, Starbucks, prebiotic soda and more…
A round-up of the latest beverage launches across soft drinks, coffee and alcohol, including functional sodas, iced coffee innovations, premium dairy and craft spirits, highlighting key trends shaping growth in the global drinks market.
Tim Hortons raises a cup for Canada's NHL and NBA Playoff-bound teams with limited-edition hot beverage cups
Tim Hortons is rallying local guests behind the Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, Ottawa Senators, and Toronto Raptors with limited-edition large hot beverage cups in each market to celebrate the Playoffs kicking off. TORONTO, April 17, 2026…
Monster Beverage Corporation $MNST Shares Acquired by Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd.
Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. increased its stake in shares of Monster Beverage Corporation (NASDAQ:MNST - Free Report) by 15.0% during the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities &…
Craft beer industry sees record-setting declines in 2025
The craft beer market continued its historic decline in 2025, but the brewers in Arizona may be less tapped out than their counterparts in other states, per an industry group. Why it matters: The persistent downward trend is startling the…
Brewdog leaves £20m in unpaid bills to UK businesses
Scottish beer giant Brewdog has left £20m in unpaid bills to hundreds of UK businesses following its collapse last month. These range from coffee shops, bakeries and laundry services, to lawyers, councils and holiday parks. A report by…
Why the future of marijuana legalization remains hazy despite high public support
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) (THE CONVERSATION) Thousands of Americans will soon gather to celebrate April 20 – or “4/20” – the most…
Glass bottle recycling rate doubles after Producer Responsibility Scheme launch: EPD
The recovery rate of glass beverage containers has significantly increased since the implementation of the Producer Responsibility Scheme, rising from approximately 16 percent in 2017 to 34 percent in 2024, and further to 36percent last year…
Drinking dries up amid tough US economy
Alcohol consumption might be in decline due to a cocktail of reasons, so to speak. There are affordability issues keeping people from splurging at their favorite bars, particularly as the economy slackens in President Donald Trump's second term…
Future of Marketing Briefing: Why brand builders are back in fashion
These aren't the profiles CPG was chasing five years ago. Through the early 2020s, as the platforms grew and retail media exploded, marketing functions were rebuilt in their image. Programmatic fluency, conversion optimization and attribution…
Why the future of marijuana legalization remains hazy despite high public support
Thousands of Americans will soon gather to celebrate April 20 – or “4/20” – the most important day of the year for cannabis enthusiasts. But this year, a cloud of uncertainty will hang over these celebrations. After…
As an Ice Cream Pro, This Shake Might Be the Peak of the Dubai Chocolate Trend
A standout in a crowded trend: With Dubai chocolate desserts everywhere, this Baskin-Robbins shake is the most balanced, flavorful version I've tried. Texture makes it special: Creamy chocolate and pistachio ice cream meets crunchy kadayif for a…
The Alex Cooper-Alix Earle drama is more than just influencer beef
There's drama between two of the biggest personalities in digital media: Alex Cooper and Alix Earle. Whether you're obsessed or oblivious, there are real business implications at stake. Let's break it all down. What's going on? This week, Cooper…
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