As Americans look for better-for-you alternatives to carbonated soft drinks (CSDs), the U.S. bottled water category is reaching unprecedented heights, according to new research from Chicago-based Mintel, which reveals that sales of bottled water increased 6.4 percent to top $15 billion in 2015. The market research firm expects sales to continue ascending at a rapid pace through 2020, with projected sales growth of 34.7 percent for the category, including 75.1 percent growth for the sparkling/mineral water/seltzer segment, it says.
Suja Juice Co. announced Suja Pressed Probiotic Waters, flavored and enhanced waters, will be exclusively available at Target stores beginning in March.
Pop-up grove a part of The Life Deliziosa campaign
August 25, 2015
Sanpellegrino Sparkling Fruit Beverages, a brand of Stamford, Conn.-based Nestle Waters North America, will bring its The Life Deliziosa campaign to life by through a pop-up citrus grove in the heart of New York City. The event will transport guests to the sunny Italian coast as they walk through groves of citrus trees while sipping on Sanpellegrino Sparkling Fruit Beverages, the company says.
Sparkling, flavored water returns with fan-based campaign
May 29, 2015
Vancouver, Canada-based Clearly Canadian announced it is officially making its return to household fridges and coolers everywhere this summer thanks to the resounding support from its fans, the company says. With over 30,000 cases already pre-sold on the ClearlyCanadian.com, the flagship Canadian beverage brand recently announced the launch of its Indiegogo campaign, which will enable even more fans to get in on the action, support production and pick up a case or two, it says.