This event will be taking place at 3pm on August 21 2024, and will cover developments within APAC’s rapidly-growing healthy beverage sector, with insights from brands at the forefront of NPD, growth opportunities, market challenges, as well as deeper assessments into how the sector is tapping into health and wellness trends by adding a host of functional ingredients.Registration is free, and open now.​​This event will feature a combination of exclusive conversations and videos from beverage industry leaders, as well as a panel discussion where you will be able to post questions to our expert panellists.“FoodNavigator-Asia and NutraIngredients-Asia have been seeing…

US distributor Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has agreed to purchase Horizon Beverage Group, expanding its presence in New England. Southern Glazer’s is the biggest alcohol distributor in the US Founded in 1993, Horizon Beverage Group is one of the largest alcohol distributors in New England. As part of the deal, Southern Glazer’s will take on Horizon’s operations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, as well as the company’s wine, spirits, and beer portfolio. Southern Glazer’s, the biggest alcohol distributor in the US, said the move would bring its total market presence in the US to 47 states. It also operates…

Horizon Beverage Group truck. Credit: Horizon Beverage Group US beverage distributor Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has bought US peer Horizon Beverage Group for an undisclosed sum. Southern Glazer’s said the deal would add the states of Massachusetts and Rhode Island to its operations, expanding its US footprint to 47 states. Horizon Beverage will operate in future under the company names Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits of Massachusetts and Glazer’s Wine & Spirits of Rhode Island. The current leadership teams for Horizon Beverage in both states “will continue leading operations in those markets,” Southern Glazer’s said. “All of Horizon’s family…

Photo by Chipotle July 22, 2024 —Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced a new lineup of ready-to-drink beverage offerings, including poppi, Open Water, and Coke Zero. The new beverages are available now at all Chipotle restaurants in the U.S. for dine-in, takeout, and delivery. In 1993, Chipotle disrupted the restaurant industry with the belief that food served fast did not need to be traditional fast food. Chipotle’s high-quality ingredients, classic culinary techniques, and chef-driven menu revolutionized casual dining in the U.S. Four years ago, Chipotle introduced the brand’s first national philanthropic product introduction: Beverages with Integrity. Chipotle proudly serves…

It’s a key part of most Americans’ morning routines: wake up, take your meds and make a cup of coffee. However, taking certain drugs alongside your morning cup of Joe could lead to disastrous side effects and severe complications, including high blood pressure and uncontrolled bleeding.Pharmacists have revealed to DailyMail.com the commonly taken drugs that could interact with coffee and other caffeinated beverages.    Pharmacists told DailyMail.com that taking certain medications alongside coffee or other caffeinated beverages could lead to severe side effectsAntidepressants Antidepressants come with a long list of side effects, and some may even make it harder to drink coffee…

Boba tea, a beloved Taiwanese beverage, has captured the hearts and taste buds of people worldwide with its unique blend of flavours and textures. Here’s everything you need to know about this refreshing drink. Tips for enjoying Boba Tea mindfully: Nutritional contents, health considerations of Taiwanese beverage to watch out for (Photo by Nicholas Ismael Martinez on Unsplash) Origins and EvolutionIn an interview with HT Lifestyle, Adnan Sarkar, Founder of Easy Boba, shared, “Boba tea, also known as bubble tea or pearl milk tea, originated in Southeast Asia in the 1980s. This beverage is a modern twist on traditional iced…