Refreshment focuses on the water dispenser/cooler, office coffee service and vending sectors, while also taking an in-depth look into products for vending from bottled water and drinks, to snacks and confectionery. It also focuses on hydration, health and wellness, new technologies and environmental and social responsibility issues.
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Monin launches matcha concentrate as demand for functional drinks grows
Monin has introduced a new Matcha Green Tea concentrate, targeting continued growth in the global matcha category.
Ali Group completes acquisition of US coffee brewer brand Bunn
Ali Group has completed the acquisition of Bunn Commercial, formerly known as Bunn-O-Matic Corporation, for an undisclosed sum.
Lipton expands iced tea range with new tropical flavour
Lipton Ice Tea is expanding its flavoured iced tea line-up with the launch of a new Tropical variant, blending mango and passionfruit to tap into growing consumer demand for bold and exotic soft drink flavours.
Just Ice Tea raises $9m Series B to support retail expansion and new flavours
Just Ice Tea has raised $9 million in Series B financing to accelerate national retail growth and product innovation, including the launch of Watermelon Lime White Tea and Peach White Tea.
Yerba Madre expands RTD line with new flavours for 2026
Yerba Madre, a US-based yerba mate brand, is rolling out a range of new flavours and formats in 2026, including sparkling, ready-to-drink and convenience-exclusive options.
Twinings adds peach flavour to Sparkling Tea range
Twinings has expanded its ready-to-drink Sparkling Tea portfolio with the launch of a new peach-flavoured variant.
ChariTea expands Waitrose distribution as foundation funding reaches £11m
ChariTea has expanded its UK retail presence with a nationwide listing in Waitrose, as the Lemonaid & ChariTea Foundation reports it has raised £11 million for social projects.
Unilever to sell Indonesian tea business for $89m
Unilever Indonesia has agreed to divest its tea business in Indonesia, including the SariWangi brand, to Savoria Kreasi Rasa, a subsidiary of Djarum Group.
Drink me Chai brings Spiced Chai Latte to the RTD Market
Aimia Foods for Professionals has launched Drink me Chai's Spiced Chai Latte in a new ready-to-drink (RTD) format.
Trump removes tariffs on coffee and tea imports as White House revises trade measures
US President Donald Trump has announced that a range of food and beverage products will no longer be subject to the sweeping tariffs he announced earlier this year.
FreshBrew acquires White Coffee’s branded division
US coffee and tea roaster FreshBrew has acquired White Coffee Corp’s branded and licensed division, which includes a large portfolio of licensed bagged coffee and K-Cup products.
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