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Fluid Situation: How Consumer Behavior is Influencing the Beverage Market

Pandemic amplifies this focus on personal and planet health, with 43% reducing waste and 32% eating in moderation, as per Innova Market Insight’s survey.

Bright future for beverages? Why functional drinks are likely to grow post-pandemic

Immunity-supporting drinks lead the trend, with 46% of consumers interested. Expect diverse functions and convenience to drive future innovations, says Imbibe's Erin Costello.

Ingredients take RTD protein beverages beyond sports

Arla Foods Ingredients explores protein-calcium combos for aging concerns. Collagen remains popular in carbonated protein drinks, emphasizing beauty benefits despite its lower protein quality, driving interest in sparkling collagen beverages.

From stove top to store shelf

Avi Belson of Imbibe advises startups to engage co-packers early for better innovation insights and smoother production transitions.

Recent Regulation in the CBD Category

Despite potential changes with HR 841, beverage giants remain cautious due to the lack of clear guidance, as noted by Andy Dratt of Imbibe during a SupplySide West session on functional beverages.

Dairy and Nondairy Beverage Focused Webinar Can Help Fill Your Pipeline – Imbibe Can Supplement Future Formulation

In a free webinar, Imbibe will explore innovations in RTD coffee and tea, highlighting white spaces and opportunities. Dairy Foods will also discuss dairy sector opportunities. Join us on September 23rd, 2021, or sign up to watch later.

Consumers embrace coffee drinks as platforms for functional nutrition

Besides dessert-like coffees, health-oriented coffees are gaining traction, leveraging coffee’s wellness potential. "Consumers are open to coffee as a platform for enhancing wellness," says Ilana Orlofsky from Imbibe.

#Trendspotting: Energy Edition

Imbibe introduces Ingredients by Imbibe, offering high-performing solutions like The Senses for taste modulation and Pre/Sense Stevia.

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.

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