02 Apr Pepsi has a brand-new logo
Few things are as ingrained in the American psyche more than the packaging of some iconic brands, particularly the look and feel of the country’s top cola brands. So, when a brand changes its logo, it's a big deal.
31 Mar New investors leap into SA’s wine industry
International investors are pumping money into South Africa’s stressed winelands in a wave of acquisitions that’s sparking relief for the industry.
29 Mar Who drinks tea?
Here are some interesting stats and info about wonderful tea, from Statista, a leading provider of market and consumer data.
20 Mar Talking change with Distell’s marketing director, Natasha Maharaj
“I grew up in a household where alcohol was misused. So, I was very aware that I had a tension point with alcohol myself,” says Natasha Maharaj, marketing director at Distell, home of leading alcohol brands such as Hunters, Savanna, Klipdrift, Amarula and a host of others.
19 Mar Stylish new SodaStreams now on SA shelves
SodaStream has launched two new sparkling water-makers – “Terra” and “ART” - part of the brand’s next generation of consumer experience sparkling water-makers with elegant new looks.
17 Mar Coca-Cola’s new Masterpiece ad campaign
Here's some wonderful, massively entertaining drinks advertising, a new global campaign for Coca-Cola...
15 Mar R40bn Heineken-Distell merger gets the green light
The Competition Tribunal has conditionally approved Heineken's proposed R40.1bn acquisition of Distell, South Africa's largest liquor firm.
14 Mar Van Loveren enters cider market in partnership with Loxtonia
A strategic partnership between two established family-owned businesses, Loxtonia Cider and Van Loveren Family Vineyards, bodes well for significant growth in the South African premium cider market and paves the way for global expansion.
13 Mar SAB repurposes brewing by-products to make bread
SAB's Castle Lager brand is admirably joining the global sustainability trend to add value to brewing by-product - with a project to make it a source of a nutritious bread for poor communities.
13 Mar Key trends for wine in 2023 and beyond
Overall, the short- and medium-term trend for wine is challenging, with the long-term trend of slowly-declining volumes in many markets expected to continue.
13 Mar US: Nestlé’s latest plant-based beverage combines oats and fava beans
Nestlé has unveiled its latest innovation for its plant-based products: a milk alternative that combines a unique blend of oat and fava, with a strong nutritional value.
02 Mar Glass, paper, plastic? What affects milk’s taste the most?
New analysis published in the Journal of Dairy Science shows how some packaging materials can impact milk’s sensory quality and chemical properties.
02 Mar 4th Street wines get packaging makeover
Distell has given its uber popular 4th STREET sweet wine range a bottle revamp, with a new curvier and more sophisticated shape.
02 Mar Pernod Ricard launches new wine aperitif in SA
Low in sugar and alcohol and with a fresh fruity taste, the popular French wine-based aperitif Lillet Rosé is launching in South Africa.
01 Mar SAAFoST hosts R2986 workshops – Gauteng, Durban & Cape Town
SAAFost has announced details of its three, in-person workshops on SA's new draft labelling regulations, R2986.
01 Mar Hey brands – you have to fight for people’s attention!
South Africans, yes, spend more time ‘connected’ than any other nation, making it particularly difficult for manufacturers to break through with their newest grocery lines. Here we look at how innovation can ‘pop’ more and be remembered. Spoiler alert: being liked is no longer enough!
27 Feb US: Oat and soy can be called milk, FDA proposes
Soy, oat, almond and other drinks that bill themselves as “milk” can keep using the name, according to draft US federal rules released last week.
27 Feb Concerned about impending new food regulations? Get some expert help!
Recently published draft regulation R2986 is set to replace the existing R146 on the labelling and advertising of foodstuffs.
17 Feb Perdeberg Soft Smooth range: a new design, same wine
Perdeberg Wines has revamped the packaging of its popular easy-drinking and fruit-driven Soft Smooth Range (SSR) in 250ml cans.