29 Jun Reimagining the coffee experience
A new hi-tech countertop micro-roaster delivers freshly roasted coffee from raw green beans in minutes...
28 Jun Rapid rehydration is reshaping the functional drink category
The “rapid rehydration” segment is becoming a crowded category in the US....
28 Jun A ‘pinch’ of mineral salts helps the noncaloric sweeteners go down
Adding a blend of potassium, magnesium and calcium mineral salts to sugar substitutes could give zero-calorie drinks a better flavour, according to new research.
28 Jun Bud Light relegated to second in US beer standings
A beer you're likely to never have heard of in our part of the world, Modelo Especial, has surpassed Bud Light to officially become the bestselling beer in the US, among brews purchased at supermarkets and convenience stores.
27 Jun Carbonated soft drinks trends in SA: Insight Surveys
Both globally and locally, the Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSD) market is witnessing a shift in consumer preferences from traditional high sugar, caffeinated soft drinks to healthier variations, driven by ongoing health concerns.
26 Jun SA soft drink trends: Euromonitor International
According to Euromonitor International's latest research, South Africa's soft drinks industry experienced stronger sales growth in 2022 compared to previous years. Off-trade sales reached 6.7 billion litres, marking a significant 5.2% increase from 2021.
26 Jun Brain Brew – SA’s debut coffee-mushroom blend
With the galloping interest in functional drinks, Cape Town start-up, Brain Brew, has launched an on-trend new 'functional fungi' beverage - a mushroom-infused coffee blend aptly dubbed Brain Brew.
22 Jun R146 and the newly-updated draft labelling regulations: The major changes
The (new, new, new, new) draft labelling regulations – what a whirlwind! FACTS SA lays out the differences between R146 and R3337 - a great guide to what every foodbev producer needs to know!
14 Jun New filling record from Krones’ thrifty high performer
Since it was launched over 14 years ago, the Krones ErgoBloc L has taken care of the blow-moulding, labelling, filling and closing of PET bottles in a single, highly efficient system.
13 Jun New EU wine labelling regulation will impact SA exporters
A new EU regulation (EC 2021/2117) has made it mandatory for wine product labels to include nutritional information and an ingredient list. What does this mean for SA wine producers?
13 Jun Paperboard wine bottles hit SA shelves
Stellenbosch winemaker Journey's End has launched a pioneering range of wines in paperboard bottles in partnership with new wine brand Interpunkt.
13 Jun Diageo appoints its first female chief executive
Some two months before the recent death of Sir Ivan Menezes, the world’s biggest spirits maker, Diageo, appointed Debra Crew as his successor, one of few women to lead a FTSE 100 company.
13 Jun Diageo CEO Ivan Menezes dies shortly before retirement
The CEO of British multinational premium drinks giant Diageo, Sir Ivan Menezes, has died following a brief illness.
05 Jun Guidelines to new draft labelling regs finally published
Here are the long awaited Guidelines to R3337 - Draft Food Labelling Regulations! You will need to reference these to understand the draft regulations and when preparing your comments!
01 Jun Heineken Silver comes to SA
Heineken has launched its latest global beer innovation, Heineken Silver, lower in alcohol, in South Africa.
01 Jun Red Espresso’s amazing journey to super SA success story
Red Espresso’s founders recognised the potential of the health and wellness market before it became a worldwide phenomenon. Today, the family-owned business is considered a global pioneer in healthy café culture. And more good things seem to be brewing...
29 May SA’s premium juice sector squeezes out R7.9bn in annual sales despite consumer cutbacks
The South African 100% pure juice market grew by 9.5% in the 12 months to the end of March 2023 and is now worth R7.9-billion in annual sales, according to new data analysis by NIQ.
29 May Ireland becomes first country to introduce health labelling on alcoholic drinks
Ireland is set to become the first country in the world to introduce health labelling on alcoholic drinks.
25 May Boost for UK wine industry as government set to scrap EU red tape
Ministers say that plans to cut regulations on the production and marketing of wine will deliver a £180-million boost to the industry. Will this benefit SA exporters to a key market?
12 May Inside the existential struggle to make a perfect paper drinking straw
Designed for strength and decomposition, paper straws are full of inherent contradictions......