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Britvic overhaul
I was recently invited to a Britvic Soft Drinks press event, which introduced us to several innovations from the drinks company including new packaging and products across its brands in the UK. Identifying key trends in consumer behaviour, commercial director at Britvic Soft Drinks, Nigel Paine, explained that the dynamics of adult socialising are changing, […]
Rare single malt
anCnoc Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky has released its eagerly anticipated 1975 Vintage. The exclusive single malt was drawn from just three casks at anCnoc’s Knockdhu Distillery in Scotland, UK. Only 1,590 bottles of this rare single malt will be available in markets including the UK, USA, Russia and Canada with a recommended retail price […]
Iced tea market can benefit from health claims
Despite rising levels of interest in recent years, ready to drink (RTD) or iced teas still accounted for a relatively modest 7.5% share of global soft drinks launches recorded by Innova Market Insights in 2014. Developments included the launch of more sophisticated products in relatively established markets, such as the US, and the move to […]
Stevia market registering robust growth, says report
Future Market Insights’ (FMI’s) recent report Global Stevia Market – Market Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2014 – 2020 focuses on emerging regions and delivers insights into the global stevia market. According to the report, the global stevia market is projected to grow at a single digit CAGR during the forecast period, accounting for $565.2 million by 2020. Shifting […]
February 2015
Product Focus: Fruit and vegetables Ingredients: Preservatives Packaging: Coding and marking Processing: Laboratory analysis Show Coverage: NutraFormulate (17-18 March)
Tray sealer is a revolution for packing site
A recent installation of Packaging Automation’s Revolution tray sealer at UK-based packing site Valefresh – which handles storage, ripening, packing and distribution of fruit and vegetables to supermarkets – has improved efficiencies and reduced costs of its grape tray sealing line.
Blood orange flavour joins range
Britvic Soft Drinks has strengthened the Tango portfolio with the launch of Tango Blood Orange. Fruit carbonates enjoy a 7.7% share of the soft drinks category in the UK, and with orange the number one flavour choice in this segment, the new drink – which is available in 2L, 600ml, 330ml and six x 330ml […]
Feeling fruity
Britvic Soft Drinks has unveiled a series of innovations to Robinsons in order to strengthen the brand’s position as the UK’s number one squash brand. Robinsons will be launching a new range of flavours, including: apple, blackcurrant and cherry; lemon and mango; orange and raspberry; and pineapple, mango and passion fruit. Limited edition variants will […]
Freeze frame
The market for freeze dried fruit and vegetables is shifting. Andy Ducker, CEO of Chaucer Foods, explores…
Aquajuice makeover
Calypso Soft Drinks, part of Cott Beverages, has updated its pack design for Aquajuice – its range of healthier still water drinks. Following a review of its growing ‘school compliant’ portfolio, the company has launched the new designs to appeal to the foodservice and education sectors. Aquajuice Juicy Water packs have a completely new look […]
Natural foaming agent
Ingredion’s new natural foaming agent Foamation Q 200 delivers improved foam stability and high quality froth textures to a range of non-alcoholic beverages. With long lasting foaming properties, the foaming agent allows drink manufacturers to develop new products which meet the growing demand from consumers for natural-based drinks while also delivering superior mouthfeel. It can […]
Nut butters
Pip & Nut is shaking up the nut butter category with the launch of three new products: Peanut Butter, Almond Butter and Coconut Almond Butter. High protein with vitamin E and magnesium, the natural butters are made from just-roasted nuts and a sprinkling of sea salt, with no refined sugar, additives or palm oil. Pip […]
Fruit cider launched
Brewer Molson Coors has launched Carling British Cider – Orchard Fruits, the second flavoured version of its original cider product. Jim Shearer, brand director, Carling at Molson Coors UK, comments, “Cider is an exciting category and continues to attract more and more consumers with the fruit cider category registering 30% year on year growth. In […]
Surprize treats
Bon Bon Buddies has launched a new kids’ collectable confectionery onto the market. The building block shaped Surprize Qubes offer children a sweet treat, which can be consumed, collected and played with. The Qubes are available with Barbie, Super Mario and Despicable Me 2 branding. Each individual block contains a 10g pack of strawberry flavoured […]