Rachel Arthur

Paris

Editor at BeverageDaily

Journalist on https://t.co/XiDSln6Uiu, writing about all things beverage. Contact me at [email protected]

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Articles

‘Plastic is last century’s material!’ Could the beverage industry leave plastic bottles behind forever?

1 week ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

What would a world look like without plastic? It’s a question that’s difficult to answer, because the material everywhere. That’s the same for the beverage industry: while there may now be plenty of other formats for consumers to choose from, plastic is still an ever-present force. Can the beverage industry move completely away from plastic bottles - and how could we transform this idea into reality? There are two main steps. Firstly, plastic needs to go.
Specialty, sustainability, functional

1 week ago | foodnavigator-latam.com | Rachel Arthur

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world. In the US, it’s consumed more than any other beverage. And what’s more, our love affair with coffee is expected to last for many decades to come. So what’s worth looking out for? Superfood coffeeAt its base, coffee is already a functional food: millions of people turn to the beverage everyday for a spurt of energy. But brands are now taking that functionality and adding more benefits besides.
Specialty, sustainability, functional

1 week ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world. In the US, it’s consumed more than any other beverage. And what’s more, our love affair with coffee is expected to last for many decades to come. So what’s worth looking out for? Superfood coffeeAt its base, coffee is already a functional food: millions of people turn to the beverage everyday for a spurt of energy. But brands are now taking that functionality and adding more benefits besides.
New beverage launches: White Claw, Lipton and more

1 week ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

As summer approaches in the northern hemisphere, innovation is heating up. Look out for fruity flavors, summer vibes and refreshing drinks across both alcoholic and non-alcoholic sectors. Our weekly round-up of beverage NPD reveals what is happening across the globe. James Gin Asian ParsnipTV Star James May of Top Gear and The Grand Tour fame is launching a sweet, spicy parsnip gin in UK supermarket Waitrose.
How New Zealand’s wine industry became sustainability pioneers

2 weeks ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

The level of participation is enviable: and sets the program apart as one of the only of its kind around the world. The importance of sustainability consideration has grown hand-in-hand with New Zealand’s wine industry as a whole. It’s not just a nice add-on: but a crucial part of the industry’s fortunes. So why has this program been so successful – and how will it evolve in the coming years as sustainability becomes yet more and more important for producers and consumers alike?
UK set to extend sugar tax to milk-based drinks

2 weeks ago | foodnavigator.com | Rachel Arthur

Milk-based drinks are currently exempt from the UK’s Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL): but the tax could now be extended to include sugary milkshakes, dairy drinks and RTD coffee. The proposals – which represent the first major revamp of the sugar tax since it came into effect in 2018 – would see both milk-based drinks and plant alternatives (such as oat milk or rice milk).
UK set to extend sugar tax to milk-based drinks

2 weeks ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

Milk-based drinks are currently exempt from the UK’s Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL): but the tax could now be extended to include sugary milkshakes, dairy drinks and RTD coffee. The proposals – which represent the first major revamp of the sugar tax since it came into effect in 2018 – would see both milk-based drinks and plant alternatives (such as oat milk or rice milk).
New beverage launches: Suja Organic, New Belgium Brewing and more

2 weeks ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

Beverage innovation is important. It’s what keeps the industry evolving and developing. But how to choose where to innovate and what to explore? Our weekly round-up of NPD is here to inspire. This week we look at what’s happening in the juice aisle, wellness shots and soda; as well as looking at alcohol with RTD cocktails and beer.
Heineken on growing ecommerce and alcohol-free

3 weeks ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

E-commerce sales of alcoholic beverages are forecast to surpass $36bn globally, reflecting a 20% increase in value over the next five years, according to data from IWSR. The US continues to be a key market for the global online alcohol channel, with the proportion of alcohol buyers shopping online rising. Furthermore, a high number of millennial non-users expected to start shopping online in the future.
Reuse-refill: Can this model ever really work in the beverage industry?

3 weeks ago | beveragedaily.com | Rachel Arthur

Reuse-refill models are, at their simplest, what the name implies. Instead of buying single-use packaging, consumers reuse and refill their pack with liquid over and over again (while reuse-refill can also encompass returnable packaging, let’s concentrate on the consumers’ end use reuse-refill occasion). What makes this a great model is that – rather than looking at different materials or formats – it puts the focus on using less materials in the first place.