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Flavor simplicity, functional ingredients & clean label: Imbibe on beverage trends

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Photo Credit: Naked Juice
Photo Credit: Naked Juice

Consumer demands are trending towards simplicity and authenticity in flavors, packaging, and ingredients, according to Andy Dratt, executive vice president of Illinois based Imbibe (a full-service beverage development company).

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