Dunkin’ teams up with ‘Espresso’ singer Sabrina Carpenter
To celebrate, Dunkin’ released an ad campaign titled Shake That Ess’.
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Red Bull Zero debuts nationwide
Red Bull Energy Drink, a brand of Santa Monica, Calif.-based Red Bull North America, kicked off 2025 by unveiling the all-new Red Bull Zero in the United States. Featuring monk fruit extract, other sweeteners and zero sugar, this is the latest addition to the Red Bull lineup.
Kylie Minogue Wines expands portfolio with new 0% Sparkling Blanc
Just in time for Dry January, pop icon Kylie Minogue takes center stage once again with the launch of Kylie Minogue 0% Sparkling White Wine Alternative.
These cocktails stole the spotlight in U.S. on-premise
On-premise consumer intelligence provider CGA by NielsenIQ (NIQ) released a list of noteworthy shifts in cocktail consumption in the United States. The data was identified thanks to CGA by NIQ’s Cocktail Sales Tracker, which delivers quarterly insights into consumer preferences across the United States.
Zing Zang gears up for National Bloody Mary Day
Given that National Margarita Day is Jan. 1, Chicago-based Zing Zang is offering a solution for those embracing the Dry January movement: craft a bold, flavorful virgin Bloody Mary by pouring Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix over ice and adding a favorite garnish.
Zing Zang gears up for National Bloody Mary Day
Given that National Margarita Day is Jan. 1, Chicago-based Zing Zang is offering a solution for those embracing the Dry January movement: craft a bold, flavorful virgin Bloody Mary by pouring Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix over ice and adding a favorite garnish.
Athletic Brewing launches Athletic January campaign
Athletic Brewing Co., Milford, Conn., and San Diego, is reimagining the January reset with the launch of its latest campaign: Athletic January.
FDA releases final rule on ‘healthy’
On Dec. 19, the FDA released the final rule on the use of “healthy” on food labels. Certain tea products now can display the “healthy” claim on packaging, provided they contain less than 5 calories in each 12-ounce ounce serving, the New York-based Tea Council of the USA Inc. shares.
Bart Watson named president, CEO of Brewers Association
The Brewers Association, Boulder, Colo., announced the appointment of Bart Watson to president and CEO of the trade association. His start date as president and CEO will be Jan. 6, 2025. Watson will succeed Bob Pease, who will retire from the organization on Jan. 3.
Water is becoming a preferred drink, study says
Restaurant operators noted that this trend toward water and non-alcohol beverages was a growing trend among consumers, with more than half (55%) of the restaurant operators reporting that guests are choosing to drink water instead of other beverages.