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6 Essential Tips for a Successful New Beverage Launch

Plan your perfect sip! Research your unique selling point and target market first. Then factor in temperature and packaging during recipe development. Find a copacker early for your ingredients.

Functional Beverages Going Back to the Basics (Part II)

If you missed part 1 on nutrient-rich functional beverages, check it out. Here's a sneak peek at ingredients rich in essential nutrients: chickpea (fiber, iron), egg yolk (phosphorus, B vitamins), chia (fiber, omega-3s), and raspberries (vitamin C, fiber).

Webinar: Using Acids in Beverage Formulations

This webinar teaches about using acids in beverages for flavor and to control pH. It's ideal for beverage developers who want to learn how to incorporate acids effectively.

Functional Beverages Going Back to the Basics (Part I)

Beverage trends emphasize a return to essential nutrients like fiber, omega-3s, calcium, choline, B-vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin D, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc.

All about Allulose: A Potential Option for Sugar Reduction

Sugar reduction remains a hot topic, driving interest in alternatives like Allulose. Stevia remains popular, but Allulose may gain ground, particularly in low-sugar formulations.

Organic Flavors: Change is Coming (This Winter)

The term "organic" is now federally regulated, ensuring produce is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, and processed foods contain no artificial additives or GMOs.

Creating a Beverage Menu for the Future

Considering consumers spend $181B on beverages, according to Technomic, it will be critical for foodservice establishments to offer novel beverages. Presented by Imbibe.

The ABCs of CSDs

The U.S. carbonated soft drink market still holds value, despite declining volume sales. Brands innovate with adult-friendly flavors, classics, and CBD-infused options. Examples include Jones Soda's Strawberry Lime, Diet Coke's Strawberry-Guava, and Sprig's CBD sodas.

How Sweet is Our Future @ South by Southwest: Audio Edition

To adapt to changing perceptions of sugar, brands should focus on using natural, low-calorie sweeteners, modulating flavors to reduce sugar content without sacrificing taste, and providing clear, transparent labeling.

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