In addition to the generally heightened interest in plant-based, multi-functional ingredients, malt extract sweeteners also provide sector-specific benefits for a spectrum of beverage-industry items.

KÖE is available in five flavors — Raspberry Lemon, Raspberry Dragonfruit, Mango, Lemon Ginger and Blueberry Ginger — which are each packaged in 355-ml sleek cans. 

The new additions capture signature flavors commonly found in the brand’s home in the Northwest with innovative pairings.

The most popular flavors right now are associated with better-for-you ingredients, provide an enhanced sensory experience, and/or have added function.

The new flavor will be available at select retailers in Los Angeles and New York, as well as online via Health-Ade's e-commerce platform — the first for any kombucha brand. The platform recently introduced Destini, a tool that allows customers to easily locate specific Health-Ade flavors in stores. In July, the flavor will be available at Whole Foods, as well as other retailers and grocers nationwide.

Prepared Foods showcases new beverages including teas, beer, drinkable yogurt, kombucha and more. Packaged Facts eyes beverage trends. Imbibe identifies better-for-you beverage ingredients.

The 2018 beverage trends report takes a look at influential macro-trends and how they're impacting beverage categories.

List includes trends from New Zealand, which is showing of the food and beverage map like in 2018.

KeVita, a manufacturer of fermented probiotic and kombucha beverages, announced the addition of two new flavors to its Master Brew Kombucha line: Blueberry Basil and Roots Beer. The new flavors join KeVita's portfolio of delicious, effervescent drinks.