Monin bets on ‘swicy’ and nostalgia trends with new syrups to drive on-trade growth

Monin has launched two new flavours aimed at helping bars and coffee shops capture consumer demand for indulgent and experimental drinks.

Nestlé UK & Ireland announces leadership changes

Nestlé UK & Ireland has announced three senior leadership appointments spanning its coffee, manufacturing and foodservice operations.

AG Barr buys Fentimans and Frobishers for £50m as it doubles down on premium soft drinks

AG Barr has agreed to acquire premium mixer brand Fentimans and juice producer Frobishers in deals worth more than £50 million.

WaterJunkie launches mushroom-infused sparkling drinks to tap functional beverage demand

WaterJunkie has expanded its portfolio with the launch of a new range of mushroom-infused sparkling drinks, targeting growing consumer demand for functional ingredients in accessible, everyday formats.

Coca-Cola bets on nostalgia and zero-sugar growth with expanded cherry-flavoured range

Coca-Cola will expand its cherry-flavoured soft drinks portfolio in North America, launching a new Cherry Float variant and reintroducing Diet Coke Cherry nationwide.

Kickstart Coffee secures Aldi Specialbuys listing after £100k investment in Ugandan communities

Kickstart Coffee has made its supermarket debut in Aldi UK stores nationwide after securing a first-time listing in the retailer’s Specialbuys range, following a £100,000 reinvestment into education and community infrastructure in Uganda.

JDE Peet’s launches Nature Transition Plan targeting regenerative farming and deforestation-free coffee

JDE Peet’s has published a Nature Transition Plan, setting out a science-based roadmap to protect ecosystems, strengthen farmer resilience and support the long-term viability of coffee production.

AVA welcomes ‘Exchange for Change’ launch as DRS consultation continues

The Vending & Automated Retail Association (AVA) has welcomed the UK government’s announcement of the deposit return scheme’s official name, Exchange for Change, as consultation on the scheme continues.