New edition to focus on Hispanic-owned food and beverage businesses
April 10, 2023
PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., announced the launch of its Greenhouse Accelerator Program: Juntos Crecemos (Together We Grow) Edition. This year marks the eighth year of the Greenhouse Accelerator program, and the first-ever Hispanic edition, which focuses on driving growth of emerging Hispanic-owned food and beverage businesses through collaboration and innovation.
Poppi, the cult-favorite prebiotic soda brand, announced the launch of a new flavor: Grape, inspired by the childhood memories we all know and love, it says.
Zevia PBC announced a fresh look and feel for the entire portfolio in 2023. The rebrand provides a cohesive look across the complete beverage line to further convey feel-good flavor and the brand’s powerful mission to create a world of better-for-you flavor that’s better for people and the planet, it says.
New drink and Coca-Cola Zero-Sugar version to hit shelves in May
March 30, 2023
Jack Daniel's, a brand of Brown-Forman Corp., Louisville, Ky., and The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, debuted Jack Daniel's & Coca-Cola cocktail, a ready-to-drink (RTD), pre-mixed cocktail option for the first time in the United States. Made with Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey and Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel's & Coca-Cola RTD will continue to expand to other global markets throughout 2023, the companies note.
Carbonated soft drink brand will roll look in fall for 125th anniversary
March 28, 2023
Pepsi, a brand of Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo, unveiled a new logo and visual identity system, the first update of the iconic Pepsi globe logo in 14 years. Pepsi will roll out the new look in North America this fall in time for the brand’s 125th anniversary, and globally in 2024, marking the brand’s next era with an eye toward the future, the company says.
Many producers have had to switch things up when it comes to carbonated soft drinks, offering options with zero- or low-sugar and more functional ingredients.
Company commits $3.3 million to projects in Winter Haven, Fla., and Galveston Bay
March 14, 2023
PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) and Frito-Lay North America (FLNA) announced a commitment of $3.3 million in funds toward water replenishment projects across North America. These projects aim to advance Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo’s effort to become Net Water Positive by 2030.
The American Beverage Association (ABA), Washington, D.C., announced that Kevin Keane will serve as interim president and CEO effective immediately. Keane will succeed Katherine Lugar, who recently announced she will return to the hotel industry as executive vice president of global corporate affairs at Hilton.
QR code serves as a portal to the Coca Cola Creations Hub, featuring a host of cinematic experiences
February 21, 2023
In collaboration with Grammy-award winning artist Rosalía, The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, announced the launch of its newest Coke Creation: Coca Cola Move, bringing to life the transformational power of music. Coca Cola Move features a striking packaging design embracing the contrasts of the artist’s persona — from vibrant pink inspired by her playful and creative personality to minimalistic black representing her bold elegance, the company says.
7UP, a trademark of PepsiCo for all international markets excluding the United States, announced a new modern design while elevating its international positioning that adds moments of “UPliftment.”