Global beer volumes declined in 2025, but value held firm thanks to growth within the premium+ segment and no-alcohol, and increased diversification and innovation by the world’s leading brewers....
South Africa’s liquor market is in the middle of a structural shake‑up — not loud, not chaotic, but decisive....
Top US drinks players push creamy indulgence into RTD territory....
Changing patterns of spending and consuming mean the alcohol industry is being forced to rethink its playbook....
Coca-Cola is discontinuing its range of frozen products, including its iconic frozen orange juice concentrate that was first introduced in 1946.....
Heineken’s new EverGreen 2030 strategy comes with a major restructuring: up to 6 000 jobs will be cut worldwide as the brewer pushes for €500-million in savings....
PepsiCo is pushing harder into the fast‑growing prebiotic soda space, making Pepsi Prebiotic Cola a permanent part of its US portfolio after a limited‑edition run sold out in just 30 hours...
After a proliferation of claims, functional food and drinks are entering a new phase ... insights from Euromonitor International....
Why "blouge", a new, playful style of wine is delighting drinkers.....
The plant-based milk category — long dominated by liquid formats such as oat, almond and soy milk — is seeing a novel format emerge...
Why beer leads the no‑alcohol drinks market as moderation grows....
Here's a take on the global and South African wine slowdown...
Some interesting insights into future changes across PET bottles, European in focus, but with global relevance....
Despite inflationary pressure, half of all South Africans still start their day with coffee....
As drinks brands battle over the hearts, minds and tastebuds of consumers, a 'new flavour' remains the ultimate weapon. Here are some insights from Mintel...
Where does the alcohol category go next to increase its appeal with the more intentional consumer?...
The Japanese market has long been fertile ground for beverage experimentation. One of the most commercially interesting developments of the past 18–24 months is the rise of ultra-carbonated (or “extra-strong”) sparkling waters....
The British high street is witnessing another seismic shift as Coca-Cola prepares to sell Costa Coffee, the nation's largest coffee chain, in a deal that could value the business at just £2-billion....
Global research company VML has uncovered five inventive, better brews.....
SA research and data company, Eighty20, spills the tea on SA’s sipping habits....