In a strategic move to enhance customer satisfaction, Starbucks has implemented a new policy across all its locations in South Korea, urging patrons to leave behind bulky devices when they step away from their tables. Announced Thursday, every store has…
Starbucks has recently disclosed a drop in its global comparable store sales for its fiscal third quarter, which underscores the persisting challenges in its primary US market. This comes even as its China operations begin to show some promising signs of…
PepsiCo New Zealand has announced the appointment of Lee Kent to the position of General Manager (GM) of Foods, effective from the 1st of August. He is set to succeed Michelle Cassettari in this role. Lee Kent’s New Role In his new position as GM of Foods,…
Slovakia-based Savage Rabbit has officially introduced its premium vodka into the Australian market. The Vodka’s Unique Composition Savage Rabbit’s vodka is a harmonious blend of winter wheat and rye, paying homage to Eastern European vodka-making traditions…
Australian Brand Naked Life Enters the US Market Naked Life, a renowned non-alcoholic beverage brand from Australia, has made its entry into the US market. This expansion was made possible through a distribution partnership with Molson Coors, a leading…
Leuca, an Australian beverage company known for its ready-to-drink (RTD) products, has introduced its inaugural non-sparkling, vodka-infused water, augmented by two fresh fruit flavors. The new offerings, Apple Blackcurrant and Watermelon Mint Lime, are…
Iconic beverage label Ribena has recently introduced a new brand identity, developed with help from the renowned creative team at Elmwood. With the aim of maintaining the brand’s familiarity while enhancing its shelf appeal, the revamped identity features a…
Coconut prices have soared six-fold since 2022, reaching VND190,000 (US$7.26) per dozen, driven by soaring global demand. Soaring Demand Meets Shrinking Supply According to the Vietnam Coconut Association, the appetite for coconut-derived products—including…
Remedy Drinks, a popular beverage company, has expanded its product lineup with the introduction of a new drink, Remedy Ginger Beer. Interesting Flavours and Traditional Brewing Methods Remedy Ginger Beer is offered in two unique flavours – the classic…
Auckland recently welcomed the latest innovation in wine retailing, the Normanby Fine Wine & Spirits experience-driven concept store. Situated in Mount Eden, the store ushers in a new era of retail, reimagining the traditional wine and spirits shopping…
The revered Chicago-based craft brewery, Goose Island, has now opened its first taproom in Asia, specifically in Hong Kong. The establishment, located on Lyndhurst Terrace in Central, is all set to delight patrons with its exceptional beer offerings. Goose…
Suntory Beverage & Food Limited is set to implement price revisions for its products in Japan, effective October 1, 2025, as it grapples with escalating manufacturing and logistics costs. This move underscores the increasing economic pressures felt across the…
American energy drink brand Celsius has added a Sunset Vibe flavour, a blend of mango and passionfruit. The new tropical-inspired flavour joins the brand’s existing local range, which includes Sparkling Kiwi Strawberry, Sparkling Watermelon Lemonade,…
US beverage brand The Pickle Juice Company has launched its 75ml Extra Strength Shots in Coles supermarkets nationwide. The Texas-based company claims that its product uses a propriety formula that is scientifically proven to help alleviate muscle cramps by…
Campari Group has sold its stake in the whisky brand Howler Head to Infinium Spirits, a US-based owner of premium spirits. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed. Campari Group bought a 15 per cent stake in the banana-flavored Bourbon…
PepsiCo has signed a definitive agreement to acquire probiotic soda brand Poppi for US$1.95 billion. The transaction amount includes $300 million of anticipated cash tax benefits for a net purchase price of $1.65 billion. “We’ve been evolving our food and…