Stevia: The unstoppable rise of the sweetener
Stevia has enjoyed significant growth since its approval as a sweetener in the US and EU, but can a new generation of formulations overcome its downsides? Lucy Ingham investigates
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A Sweet Taste: The frosty future of sugar
The EU is the world’s largest producer of beet sugar and also imports the most raw cane sugar. With the controversial sugar quotas set to end, Frances Marcellin looks at...
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Beverage Awards: Nestlé beats the competition
Nestlé leads the beverage industry with its proactive stance on sustainable and ethical coffee production practices. Along with schemes such as Nespresso’s AAA Sustainable Quality Programme, the company’s flagship Nescafé...
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Inside Drinks Magazine: Issue 6
In the latest issue we announce the winner of our Inside Drinks award, look at the potential impact of the end of sugar quotas, look at the progress made by...
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Taking on tequila: distinguishing a luxury brand in a standard market
Tequila is traditionally associated with sombreros and slammers, so how can a premium brand distinguish itself? Gina Baksa learns how Osborn Pike successfully branded Casa Sauza XA for the luxury...
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The interactive pint: revitalising beer markets with digital technology
Beer packaging is going digital, with features including LEDs and Facebook connectivity. Paul French finds out how manufacturers are using technology to breathe new life into flat beer markets.
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Bottling it: why bottled water is booming
Recent reports suggest bottled water is not as safe as tap, yet more is being sold than ever. Elly Earls met IBWA’s Christopher Hogan and British Bottled Water Producers’ Jo...
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Automating for growth: manufacturers look to automated processing equipment
Beverage manufacturers are increasingly turning to automated processing equipment to remain competitive, decrease costs and meet consumer demand, while keeping operations green and sustainable. Frances Cook finds out more.
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Reign of Terroir: carving out a niche in the champagne market
How is a French word with no direct translation helping a small group of vineyard owners carve out a niche in the champagne market? Paul French investigates.
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Aloe appeal: the rise of aloe vera soft drinks
Although aloe vera drinks remain a niche in the West, both the market and awareness of health benefits is growing. Elly Earls learned more from ALO Drink founder Henry Chen.
