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Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonic Names New Vice President

Prior to joining Fruitbelt, Mueller spent her career at a variety of industry-changing foodservice brands
August 28, 2019
Founded in 2012, Fruitbelt was inspired by the orchards of southwestern Michigan. Michele Gazzolo and Beth Denton⁠—two friends with experience in fruit-growing, bee-keeping, branding and social activism⁠—set out to invent a drink made with ingredients from their own backyard, leading to the creation of the brand's signature tonic.
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Beverage Innovations Shift to Embrace Everything from Health to Entertainment

Modern consumers have holistic views of wellness that include emotional and environmental wellbeing.
Holly McHugh
August 14, 2019
Foodservice operators have a lot of opportunity to appeal to various need states by offering beverages that are healthier, create a unique experience, reduce environmental impact, or incorporate all three for the "holy grail" of menu options.
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Kid-Friendly Beverage Trends & Innovative Brands to Watch

Flavored water, milk products and juices continue to make an appeal to children
August 9, 2019
“In recent years we’ve seen fruit juice and dairy companies counter attrition by advancing health positioning with organic, natural ingredient, and low sugar claims," said David Sprinkle, research director for Packaged Facts. While water marketers are finding ways to put both fun and flavor into a plain yet reputably healthy product without sacrificing what makes water the beverage many parents prefer for their children.”
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Nellson Innovation Center

Nellson “Launch Pad” Innovation Center feature flexible manufacturing line, capabilities to support innovation
August 9, 2019
Launch Pad is designed to inspire innovation and support the development and rapid commercialization of new functional powder food and dietary supplement products. Typically, increased throughput of a facility through automation comes at the detriment of flexibility in capabilities and order sizes. 
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ITO EN Oi Ocha Ready-to-Drink Green Tea Expands

The authentic teas are non-GMO certified with natural catechin tea antioxidants, natural Vitamin C and zero calories
August 7, 2019
The Oi Ocha brand has been growing exponentially in the US market as consumer demand for authentic and healthier beverages continues to grow across the specialty, mainstream markets, and food service channels.
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Hydrosol: Flavored Milks

Hydrosol develops stabilizing systems for an international growth market
August 7, 2019
Stabiprime MFD consists of carefully selected hydrocolloids. These stabilizing systems are soluble in water as well as in sweet whey. They are easy to use, and make it economical to produce milk mixed beverages. 
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RightWater

RightWater offers socially responsible consumers a plastic-free solution
July 30, 2019
RightWater packaging is 100% free of single-use plastic, from the box to biodegradable pallet wraps.
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iTi Tropicals: Innovate with Coconut Water

iTi Tropicals’ coconut water helps beverage processors reduce sugar, boost health appeal
July 26, 2019
Coconuts are the fruit of the coconut palm, botanically known as Cocos nucifera. Coconut water is the translucent, free flowing liquid obtained from the inside of the coconut. It has been utilized for many years as a natural source of hydration.
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