Table of Contents March 1, 2008 Cover story - Non-Carbs Shine While Sparkling Struggles Soft drink companies reported favorable results for 2007, thanks to their non-carbonated acquisitions, non-carbonated launches and CSD sales increases in markets other than North America. Sparkling products,however, continued to struggle. - Positive Results? Beverage Beat - A Team Sport Industry Issues - Coca-Cola Buys Stake in Honest Tea; Diageo Chooses Ketel One, Drops Out of Absolut Race... - News Briefs - People - Wine Options Run a Wide Gamut Global Report - South America: A Brazilian Powerhouse New Products - Lighter Light Beer; Pomegranate Drinks... Up Close With… - Reed's Inc. Marketing - Super Bowl En Español; 'Fresh' Coffee Campaign... Packaging - Freedom of Flexibility Case packers and wrappers are becoming more versatile to fit beverage needs. Beverage R&D - Gut Reaction Probiotics and prebiotics emerge as unlikely success story. - R&D News - FDA Expands Use of Polydextrose in Beverages - Beverage Testing and Safety Developments - Citrus Flavors Lead in 2008 Distribution - Truck Spec'ing Tips Operations - Efficiency Through Integration Processing automation systems offer increased flexibility and productivity. Supplier's Marketplace - Douglas Machine Inc.; Krones Inc... - Supplier News - People - Seal-it Provides Sustainability Solution to AgroLabs The Last Drop - Private Label CSD Advertiser Index - Index Share This Story