Props to Hops: A New Generation of Hops-laden Beverages

Younger generations have become more judicious when making decisions about beverages, and many are driven by a deeper understanding of their individual biological needs coupled with the [...]

2019 Flavor & Ingredient Trends

Making predictions about the future of the beverage industry is a dangerous game. Trust us on this one; we do it every year for our January/February issue, and we’re about to put ourselves on the [...]

#Trendspotting: Austin

Cognitive health, energy ingredients drive usage upswing

The brain game Second to heart disease, cognition issues are top of mind among U.S. adults. Citing data from the Natural Marketing Institute, Holly McHugh, marketing associate for Niles, [...]

Imbibe in Austin for SXSW – One Month Away

Will you be in Austin for South by Southwest? Stop by Andy’s session – which is just a month away – on sugar’s role in our food system and strategies to reduce this [...]

Coffee with an Added Boost

Many of us rely on our morning Joe to jump start our day (according to the National Coffee Association, 64% of Americans are daily coffee drinkers). Although coffee already delivers a healthy [...]