The company continues to evolve its portfolio through innovation and strategic acquisitions PepsiCo announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire poppi, a fast-growing prebiotic soda brand, for $1.95 billion, including $300 million of anticipated cash tax benefits for a net purchase price of $1.65 billion. The transaction also includes an[Read More…]
Beverages
Radico Khaitan’s Rampur Distillery unveils Ankahi Zaffran Spiced Liqueur
Shipments will begin in April 2025, with distribution in key markets across the USA, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, available at leading liquor retailers and duty-free shops worldwide Radico Khaitan Limited Rampur Distillery unveiled Ankahi Zaffran Spiced Liqueur, the first release in the Ankahi Liqueur series. Making its highly anticipated debut at ProWein 2025 in[Read More…]
Indonesia’s Toko Kopi Tuku expands to Bandung with opening new store
This marks a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion Toko Kopi Tuku (TUKU), a local coffee brand in Indonesia, announced the opening of its 61st store, TUKU Ambon, in Bandung, also known as the City of Flowers. This marks a significant milestone in the brand’s expansion, which celebrates a decade[Read More…]
Singapore’s LeVeL33 recognised by Guinness World Records as World’s highest microbrewery
149.32-meter-high ContemBrewery experience sets global benchmark in craftsmanship and sustainability LeVeL33 was awarded the title of Highest Microbrewery in a Building by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™. Official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ adjudicator Emi Saito presented the record and confirmed that LeVeL33, standing at 149.32 metres, has set a global benchmark. Founded in 2010 by Dr Martin Bém, LeVeL33 was built[Read More…]
New Zealand energy brand overcoming midday slump with protein
Firebird Energy is an innovative protein-powered energy drink that helps professionals stay focused and productive throughout the day The infamous midday slump is a common challenge faced by employees across various fields and industries. Whether it’s a mental slowdown for desk workers or a fatigue decline for those in physically[Read More…]
Johnnie Walker Vault opens door to luxury Scotch whisky
Johnnie Walker Vault will bring its unparalleled creativity and craftsmanship to life through rare products, experiences and collaborations Pioneering the next chapter in luxury spirits, Johnnie Walker, the world’s leading Scotch Whisky, announces the global launch of Johnnie Walker Vault in the brand’s most ambitious expression of blending artistry yet.[Read More…]
Taiwan’s Kavalan releases 15-year-old whisky
15 years single malt whisky’ is Kavalan’s first age-statement whisky Kavalan Distillery is launching its first-ever whisky with an age statement, matured in four unique casks: ex-Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry, Ruby Port, and Puncheon. The release marks a milestone in the journey of this Taiwanese distiller, which has broken boundaries not just by[Read More…]
Women’s representation in Australian wine sector sees growth, but challenges remain
The 2024 report, Women in the Australian Wine Sector, conducted by Dr Jeremy Galbreath of Strateos Group and funded by Wine Australia, shows significant increases in female representation across CEO, winemaking, viticulture, and marketing roles A decade after one of the world’s first studies on gender representation in the Australian[Read More…]
Reborn Coffee and Eachome Shopping partner to expand coffee retail in China
This partnership enables Reborn Coffee to scale its retail presence by integrating with Eachome Shopping’s extensive online and offline platforms Reborn Coffee, a leader in the speciality coffee market, has partnered with Eachome Shopping, a major retail platform under Shenzhen Media Group, to expand its retail footprint across China. The[Read More…]
Australian government to freeze draught beer excise
This freeze will take effect from the next indexation date of August 2025 The Australian government will freeze the indexation on draught beer excise for two years, benefiting beer drinkers, brewers, and hospitality businesses. Indexation has been applied twice a year under a longstanding policy. While the February indexation had[Read More…]
