03 Feb Lekka local new whisky aperitifs
The rules governing the labelling of whisky are strict - and a limitation on creative distillers who're eager to disrupt and vitalise this traditional spirits category.
23 Jan SANBWA questions dodgy water brands story
The accuracy – and therefore validity – of the ‘Tests find toxic bottled water in Pretoria’ research has been questioned by a respected hydrogeologist and author after the South African National Bottled Water Association (SANBWA) had promised the media and consumers that it would investigate.
23 Jan Woodlands Dairy launches new dairy alternative brand
One of the largest dairy manufacturers in South Africa, Woodlands Dairy, has launched into the dairy alternative category with their oat drink range, Harvest. The launch comes as demand in dairy alternatives continues to grow both locally and abroad.
22 Jan Bad hangovers? Why genetics, personality and coping mechanisms can make a difference
After a good night out you may not be surprised when you wake up feeling rough the next morning. But what may surprise you is if your friends aren’t feeling the same way.
22 Jan New boss for Coca-Cola’s Africa business
The Coca-Cola Company has appointed Luisa Ortega as president of its Africa operating unit, overseeing markets across the continent.
21 Jan Yet another straw solution – make ’em out of ice!
Plastic straws have become the poster child of waste, and most alternatives have their own issues. Now, a start-up ia crowdfunding an intriguing solution that fights the plastic straw boogeyman and keeps drinks cool at the same time – the Ice Straw.
21 Jan Opportunities grow for lower-caffeine coffee
Many consumers want the mental focus of caffeine without the jitters, prompting a wave of product development such as “half caffeine” ground coffee or ready-to-drink (RTD) cold brew blended with relaxing botanicals.
12 Jan The eight drivers of change for beverage alcohol in 2023 and beyond
The trends that have previously shaped the global beverage alcohol marketplace will be transformed over the next five years as the world emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic and into a period of growing economic instability.
11 Dec Fly-by-night bottled water brands hit the headlines
‘Be wary of fly-by-night bottled water brands’ is the main take out from an article published last week on Business Insider SA. The South African National Bottled Water Association has put out this response...
09 Dec A new take on bubbly water
Introducing BUBBLe iT, a new way to make DIY carbonated water, that was launched in France this year and which won the Start Up Award at SIAL 2022, the famous food expo, in October.
09 Dec Nuy adds creative rosé to its portfolio
Nuy Wynkelder has added a new wine to their Mastery series at the request of Nuy wine enthusiasts. Not only is this Nuy's first rosé ever, but the wine also has the unusual name "Piekfyn."
08 Dec Firmenich announces dragon fruit as 2023 Flavour of the Year
Firmenich, the world’s largest privately-owned fragrance and taste company, has delcared its 2023 Flavour of the Year, dragon fruit, celebrating consumers’ desire for exciting new ingredients and bold, adventurous flavour creation.
05 Dec Afriplex launches new “mover ‘n shaker” foodbev business strategy
Paarl-based Afriplex is positioning to be a catalyst for foodbev innovation; a mover and shaker in helping producers realise their ambitions in leveraging today's key trends.
01 Dec Alcohol’s adaptation to wellness and sustainability requires a new strategy
With scientific research suggesting that no amount of alcohol is technically good for you, hard-drinking baby boomers are giving way to more sober millennials and Gen Z consumers who temper alcohol consumption in the name of wellness.
01 Dec SANBWA points out drawbacks of popular alternatives to PET bottles
The South African National Bottled Water Association (SANBWA) has compiled a fact sheet outlining the drawbacks of the packaging solutions being presented as alternatives to PET bottles.
30 Nov Nespresso unveils home-compostable, paper-based coffee capsules
With concerns of waste and recyclability swirling around uber popular Nespresso pods and coffee, Nestlé’ has announced it will pilot home-compostable coffee capsules on the Nespresso Original system in France and Switzerland next year.
30 Nov Gold Pack Awards 2022
The Gold Pack Awards are regarded as the "Packaging Oscars" in South Africa, recognising excellence in local design, execution and functionality. Check out the beverage winners here...
30 Nov Jacobs joins the barista fiesta!
Barista-style coffee made in the comfort of home is a trend that's on an ever-upward trajectory. Latest to join the party is JDE's Jacobs, with its Jacobs Barista Edition capsules now available in SA.
29 Nov A marketing mare for PespsiCo, now on Netflix!
Here's a fascinating tale of a fight between a massive corporation and a teenager who just wanted his plane....
28 Nov Franschhoek’s Wildeberg wins coveted ‘Winery of the Year’ in Winemag’s 2022 awards
Following a review of a total of 590 wines in its various Prescient reports over the course of 2022, Wine Magazine has found Wildeberg to be the most successful.