There is no consistent trend across the region, so looking deeper into individual countries is essential Beverage alcohol brand owners will need to display agility and adaptability in order to unlock growth in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region in the years ahead, as shifting dynamics bring fresh opportunities across India[Read More…]
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HEINEKEN opens global R&D Centre in Netherlands
Research at the Centre focuses on enhancing brewing techniques and developing legendary new beers and beverages that meet evolving consumer trends King Willem-Alexander inaugurated the Dr H.P. Heineken Centre, HEINEKEN’s new 8,800 m² Global Research and Development Centre in Zoeterwoude, the Netherlands. Located next to the brewery in Zoeterwoude, the[Read More…]
Cornbread Hemp launches pure THC Seltzers
It offers a natural, low-calorie alternative to alcohol for relaxation without the hangover Cornbread Hemp, a market leader in hemp-derived wellness products, announced the launch of their THC Seltzers. Infused with 5mg of pure hemp-derived THC, it offers a natural, low-calorie alternative to alcohol for relaxation without the hangover. “People[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…]
South Korea’s rice consumption hits record low in 2024
The food and beverage industry consumed 873,363 metric tons of rice in 2024, marking a 6.9 per cent increase from the previous year South Korea’s per capita rice consumption hit a record low in 2024, continuing a decades-long decline, according to government data. Statistics Korea reported that the average South[Read More…]
FlavorSum introduces FlavorSum Modulate
FlavorSum Modulate includes FMPs for alcohol, bakery, beverage, cannabis and dairy and non-dairy applications FlavorSum, a North American flavour producer, is expanding its solutions portfolio to include flavours with modulating properties (FMPs). FMPs help address specific taste challenges in foods and beverages. The new flavour systems can mask bitterness, enhance[Read More…]
Surgeon General’s report links alcohol to cancer
The report urges action on outdated warning labels Alcohol Justice has praised U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy for releasing the “Alcohol and Cancer Risk Report,” which spotlights the significant link between alcohol consumption and cancer. This report emphasises alcohol as a leading behavioural risk factor for cancer and aims to[Read More…]
Coca-Cola to acquire alcohol ready-to-drink brand in Australia
The current owners of Billson’s, Nathan and Felicity Cowan, will continue to produce their well-known cordial, soda, and beer range under a new brand name The Coca-Cola Company announced that it has agreed to acquire Billson’s, an Australia-based brand of alcohol ready-to-drink products that include local market leaders Vodka with[Read More…]
AI benefits alcohol industry: IWSR
The technology is mostly being used in two main areas: new product formulation, often linked to marketing activity; and driving increased efficiency across company operations Beverage alcohol brand owners are using artificial intelligence (AI) as a research tool and an aid to new product development – but the technology has[Read More…]
Australia’s dietary habits at risk: CSIRO
A new report shows the nation is failing when it comes to embracing a balanced diet and even shows some of the occupations most at risk The CSIRO Healthy Diet Score report, released by Australia’s national science agency, canvassed the dietary habits of over 235,000 adults across the country between 2015-2023. The results[Read More…]
