The winners of the Global Water Drinks Awards 2026 have been announced, recognising achievements across the international packaged-water industry.

Earlier this month, Refreshment attending the Watercoolers Europe 2026 Conference and Trade Show, where we had the chance to catch up on industry developments, exchange ideas and discover some of the latest technologies making their way into the market.

The shortlist recognises achievements across 16 categories, from natural and functional waters to packaging design, technology and sustainability, ahead of the winners’ announcement in Barcelona, Spain, on 4 November.

FoodBev Media is delighted to announce the winners of the prestigious World Coffee Innovation Awards 2026, celebrating the products, ideas and innovations helping to shape the future of the global coffee industry.

SugarBean Candy founder Nicky Trainor discusses their creation of combining freshly ground Arabica coffee beans with 'Brûléed' sugar to bring you a not-too-sweet confection of complex flavours and textures.

Sparkfe director Alfred Chen discusses their integration of advanced technology, sustainability and a profound grasp of contemporary coffee culture.

GoodBrew co-founder Dee Schroeder shares the detail behind their flavoured RTD cold brew packed with gut-friendly prebiotic fibre and immune boosting vitamins.

Co-founder of NSP Cases, Rob Sampson, shares the vision of transforming how coffee is served in today’s evolving retail and hospitality landscape.

co-founders Youssef and Rawad offers a compelling glimpse into what happens when innovation, design and attention to taste come together in a single pod.

FoodBev Media is proud to announce the winners of the UK Soft Drinks Awards 2026, celebrating the brands innovating UK soft drinks sector. This year’s awards present a shift in the market, defined by an intersection of flavour and holistic wellness as the industry redefines the role of the soft drink in the modern consumer’s life. The 2026 cohort reflects an evolution of sector categories, most notably the surge in functional and wellness-led drinks. Established household brands have...

FoodBev Media is delighted to announce the winners of the Global Water Drinks Awards 2025!

FoodBev Media is thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated shortlist for the Global Water Drinks Awards 2025! This year's entries showcase the phenomenal innovation, sustainability and quality driving the global water industry. The shortlist reflects the cutting edge of water development, from groundbreaking packaging and ethical sourcing to innovative new products and compelling marketing campaigns. The FoodBev team sends huge congratulations to all the companies who have been shortlisted,...