There is massive global excitement and interest in stevia, and in South Africa, too, as manufacturers seek to deliver on consumers' over-arching desire for things 'natural'. Brian Lanton, MD of Cape Food Ingredients, offers this practical advice on the issues, challenges and application of steviol...
Coffee is for babies. An American company is finding ways to make the body respond even more strongly to the same amount of caffeine. Get ready to be wired all day.
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Ever wonder why there is loud music playing in so many bars, even though it makes it almost impossible to have a conversation? Newly-published research suggests one good reason: It inspires faster drinking, at least among young women.
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Energy drinks are coming under scrutiny yet again, with the filing of an $85-million wrongful death lawsuit against Red Bull.
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Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has reiterated that there will be a cap on alcohol advertising in one form or another.
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Americans love their coffee. A decent cup of tea, however, has been harder to find, though that is about to change. Starbucks has just opened its first Teavana tea bar in New York City, and in the next five years aims to do for tea...
Move over, bitter Indian pale ales and chocolaty stouts. There's a new kid on the American craft-brewing block, and it aims to knock the salivary glands into action. It's called "sour beer".
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It's not just about lager...
South Africa's packaging Oscars were announced last night at a gala function in Jo'burg - and the ultimate winner is the world’s first multi-functional two-piece injection moulded closure for spice bottles! See all the beverage category winners...
Hangover remedies abound - with numerous concoctions of foods and drinks 'guaranteed' to get the body semi-functional again. One option, however, that pops up frequently in an online search is Sprite. Now, Chinese researchers have found that Sprite may actually be one of the best...
With Diet Coke sales heading south, a senior Coke executive says that many diet foods and beverages "are under a bit of pressure" as consumers question the safety of ingredients.
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SIR JUICE reports it has teamed up with the world-renowned ClemenGold brand to add a new flavour to its portfolio of fruit juices.
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Single fruit flavours in the FAB category are passé - so says Global Brands UK with the launch of its VK flavour revolution.
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Not long ago, beer lived down the pub with the boys. But things are changing. These days it's often to be found with vodka and embracing tequila.
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In a first for the South African beer category, SAB has introduced a new brand, Flying Fish Premium Flavoured Beer.
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Diageo is planning a major re-launch of Guinness in Nigeria, where it sells more of its flagship beer than in any other country, as the drinks giant seeks to accelerate growth throughout Africa.
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Leave the mountains and valleys of the Western Cape which are the heart and soul of the South African wine industry and travel north-east towards the green fields of KwaZulu-Natal - where three new vineyards have produced their first vintage.
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There’s an increasing amount of evidence that when it comes to sealing wine, corks are – well – a lot of dead wood, argues one of SA's leading wine authorities, judge and journalist, Michael Fridjhon.
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A legendary brand within SA's white spirits category, Distell has launched two new Mainstay line extensions, a super-premium vodka, Mainstay 54 Island Vodka, as well as a flavoured derivative, Mainstay Fusion. [Click pic to enlarge]
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Clover has launched its successful one-percent milk, The One, in a long-life option, packaged in the Tetra Pak Prisma pack that's easy to hold, open, pour and store. [Click pic to enlarge]