August 26, 2025 | Beverages

Marselan and the Making of China’s Wine Identity

Margot van Lieshout-Koopmans, Wine Brand Strategist and Digital Communications Specialist, DipWSET China’s wine industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation, shifting from Bordeaux-inspired mimicry to a bold pursuit of identity rooted…

August 25, 2025 | Beverages

Keurig Dr Pepper to acquire JDE Peet’s and separate into two independent companies

Acquisition to create a global coffee leader serving 100+ countries with an unparalleled brand portfolio across all coffee segments, channels and price points Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet’s announced…

August 25, 2025 | Australia

Federal grant to accelerate rollout of smoke sensor innovation Australian for wine sector

Over 100 WISD prototypes have already been tested across several states, monitoring smoke during controlled burns and bushfires Australian winegrape growers are set to benefit from a breakthrough real-time smoke…

August 22, 2025 | Beverages

Odeko acquires Atlanta Coffee Supply Group

Atlanta-based acquisition strengthens Odeko’s reach in the Southeastern U.S. and adds speciality coffee and tea brands to its catalogue Odeko, the all-in-one operations and technology partner for thousands of local…

August 22, 2025 | Beverages

Flavour without compromise: Solos’ mission to transform dealcoholization

Claudia Geyer, Chief Technology Officer at Solos As the NoLo (no- and low-alcohol) wine category gains momentum across Europe, premium winemakers are seeking solutions that preserve authenticity and flavour while…

August 21, 2025 | Africa

Coca-Cola announces Luis Felipe Avellar as president of Africa unit

Avellar currently serves as president of the company’s Mexico operations, which are part of the Latin America operating unit The Coca-Cola Company announced that Luis Felipe Avellar will become president…

August 21, 2025 | Beverages

Carlsberg Asia launches Digital Acceleration Program to drive future growth across Asia

The initiative comes at a pivotal time, as digital behaviours continue to transform how people discover, shop, and engage with brands A new chapter is underway at Carlsberg Asia, as the…

August 20, 2025 | Beverages

World Whiskey Society unveils 12-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon finished in Amontillado Barrels

The Sherry Cask-Finished Bourbon Whiskey is the third quarterly release of the society subscription membership World Whiskey Society (WWS), known for scouring the globe to create the world’s most interesting whiskeys, announces…

August 14, 2025 | Beverages

Prefer secures $4.2M to accelerate beanless coffee expansion with global partnerships

Prefer, the Singapore-based innovator behind beanless coffee and cocoa, has announced its first international commercial partnerships alongside the close of a $4.2 million funding round led by At One Ventures…

August 14, 2025 | Beverages

France Wine Production poised for double-digit growth in 2025

France’s wine industry is on track for a strong rebound in 2025, with national output projected to rise between 10 per cent and 17 per cent year-on-year, according to early…