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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Coffee & tea

tea

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.

The Macallan launches tea-inspired whiskies in collaboration with Jing Tea
The Macallan has unveiled two new single malt whiskies in its Harmony Collection, developed in partnership with UK-based tea company Jing Tea.

Givaudan innovates tea experience through influencer collaboration
Givaudan has announced an innovative approach to tea development through its 'Tea Time' programme, which integrates insights from European social media influencers.

Start-up spotlight: Chai GPTea
Founder Sandeep Heda speaks to FoodBev Media about why chai deserves the spotlight, how the machines work and what’s next for the brand.

Chai GPTea rolls out automated chai machines across workspaces
London-based start-up Chai GPTea is rolling out automated chai vending machines in offices and shared workspaces across the city, offering a tech-enabled alternative to conventional tea-making.

NutraTea expands women’s health range with menopause and PCOS blends
NutraTea has added two new herbal teas to its women’s health range: NutraMeno, aimed at easing symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, and Spearmint & White Peony, developed to support women with PCOS.

JDE Peet’s sells Turkish tea unit, halts L’or barista rollout in US
JDE Peet’s has sold its tea business in Turkey to Efor Holding for an undisclosed sum. The company has also decided to discontinue the planned rollout of its L’or Barista coffee machines in the US.

The Herbtender launches adaptogenic tea range infused with medicinal mushrooms
Adaptogenic wellness brand The Herbtender has launched a new range of five organic herbal teas, combining medicinal mushrooms and adaptogenic herbs to support wellbeing throughout the day.

Harry Brompton’s secures £2m investment to fuel UK and international expansion
Premium British iced tea brand Harry Brompton’s has secured £2 million in growth capital from private investment office Traditum, fuelling its expansion across the UK and international markets.
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