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Hydrogen powered gin to be explored
Sustainable gin could become a reality after project receives funding to investigate potential conversion of distillery.
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Tax on high sugar snacks could reduce obesity, report reveals
Obesity rates are on the rise, but research suggests a sugar tax could offer a solution.
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Synthetic coffee could reduce deforestation and protect resources
With deforestation and depleting resources at the forefront of the coffee-growing industry, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois explores how synthetic lab-produced coffee is developing as an alternative.
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Complaint upheld against Marks and Spencer’s Porn Star Martini drink
Marks and Spencer will rename its popular cocktail to Passion Star Martini.
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Brits are swapping beer for fruit juices
A Santander analysis has revealed the latest UK consumer trends, with beer sales dipping and healthy alternatives such as fruit and vegetable juice increasing in popularity.
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Fizz-retaining technology could reduce waste
New bubble technology has the potential for manufacturers to reduce waste by retaining carbon dioxide in drinks for longer.
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AI-assisted e-tongue in development
'Hypertaste' an electronic, AI-assisted e-tongue that can quickly analyse liquids has been unveiled.
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Can CBD help treat health conditions or is it the placebo effect?
The popularity of Cannabidiol (CBD) has surged, not just in the food and beverage industry, but across many other sectors, due to consumer beliefs that it can help treat certain aliments and illnesses. But many are questioning these claims, suggesting further investigation over CBD’s effects and perceived benefits are required.
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Scientists produce vodka from crops in Chernobyl
Scientists want to produce the artisan vodka from Chernobyl and give 75 percent of profits back to the affected community.
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Cannabinoids in New Products: Testing and other concerns
With so many countries changing their attitudes towards cannabis and many testing the properties of this diverse plant, it won’t be long until we see more cannabis-infused products on our shelves. Many global food and beverage manufacturers including Mondelez, Coca-Cola and Molson Cools are exploring the options of cannabinoids in…
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How ‘craft’ is driving key trends in the alcoholic drinks market
We discuss some of the key trends impacting the current alcoholic market sector, including the increasing popularity of craft and luxury drinks, as well as the appeal of homebrewing.
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Shifting consumer trends result in growth of non-alcoholic beer market
Changing taste preferences will propel growth of the non-alcoholic beer market in Germany and the US.
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New technique improves uptake of cannabis-infused liquids
A new technique in THC water solubility offers improvements in the uptake of cannabis-infused liquids.
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Water filtration process increases sugar levels in drinks
Increasing the pH level of water could help tackle health problems caused by high sugar content in drinks.
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Plant-based milk alternatives are winning over British consumers
Some interesting market insights have been uncovered by the global market intelligence agency Mintel, regarding our increasing preference for plant-based milk alternatives in the UK.
