Imbibe’s VP of R&D to Present on How to Overcome Common Challenges During Product Development at IFT 2016
Imbibe announces Joe Farinella, VP of R&D, presenting at IFT16 in Chicago on July 17th. His talk, “Expect the Unexpected,” shares insights from his career, offering tips to prevent surprises and address challenges effectively.
4 Key Areas that Drive Beverage Innovation
Beverages offer a prime platform for innovation, aligning with key trends like health, clean-label, customization, and convenience. To craft truly innovative drinks, focus on formulation, functional benefits, experience (packaging/branding), and taste.
Imbibe and BrandHive to Co-Present on Beverage Packaging Strategies at IFT 2016
Andy Dratt, EVP at Imbibe, and Jeff Hilton, CMO at Brandhive, will present “Quenching the Marketplace Thirst for Innovative Packaging” at IFT16 in Chicago on July 19th.
Functional Ingredients
Chart: Functional Ingredients
10 Tips for Developing Beverages With Protein
To craft an ideal protein beverage: Understand production capabilities. Stabilize protein effectively. Validate stability when changing sources. Allow post-thermal mellowing. Assess aged samples before changes. Pilot-test formula adjustments.
Top influencers on the consumer experience in foodservice
In 2015, US foodservice spending surpassed grocery spending for the first time, driven by demand for value, functionality, and variety. Key influencers include health consciousness, hyper-customization, and storytelling, shaping consumer dining experiences.
7 of the hottest trends in snacking right now
The snack market sees a surge in innovative products. Ancient grains feature in bars like Earnest Eats. Jerky gains popularity with unique flavors such as spicy coffee.
