Drinks
Explore a world of beverages, from artisanal cocktails to healthy smoothies and everything in between.

Gen Z's kombucha craze reshapes beverage industry trends
Despite decades of dominance, traditional alcohol consumption among Gen Z is down 20% compared to millennials at the same age, fueling a $2.

Sazerac Launches Three New Ready-to-Drink Cocktails, Including 9% ABV Option
Sazerac, renowned for its venerable whiskey and spirits portfolio, is now rolling out a vodka-based, sugar-free hard cream soda alongside two whiskey lemonades, priced at $18.

Nymbl's Protein Ice Cream Offers 38g Protein Per Pint
At the 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show, exhibitors unveiled ice cream with 38 grams of protein per pint and jams boasting 8 grams per serving.

M&S Launches Two Extensive New Spirits Ranges
Scotch whisky sales plummeted 8.

Dolly Parton launches new coffee brand, 'Cup of Ambition'
Dolly Parton, 78, officially launched her new 'Cup of Ambition' coffee brand on October 26, 2023, according to a Company Announcement .

Middle-aged women drink more, unaware of breast cancer risks
In 2019, alcohol use directly linked to an estimated 44,180 breast cancer cases in women, or 16.

Sazerac Launches Three New Canned Cocktails for RTD Market
Sazerac Co. just unleashed 16 new Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) into the domestic ready-to-drink market, signaling an intense push into the booming category. This extensive launch positions Sazerac aggre

Charlotte embraces soft cocktails and zero-proof lifestyle
Charlotte's first dedicated zero-proof bottle shop, 'The Mindful Mixer,' opened last month in South End, reporting sales 50% above initial projections, according to The Mindful Mixer Owner .

Hennessy Launches Ready-to-Drink Cognac Cocktails in Variety Bundle
Hennessy, a brand long associated with luxury cognac, has just launched a new line of ready-to-serve cocktails, including a 'Henny Rita' and 'Henny Iced Tea.

Bar Convent Brooklyn 2026 Showcases Tech-Driven Beverage Innovations
At Bar Convent Brooklyn 2026, a major spirits conglomerate revealed that 30% of its new product development for 2025-2026 is now guided by AI-driven flavor profile analysis, cutting R&D cycles by 40%,

Hydrogen Infused Sparkling Water Market Booms Despite Limited Awareness
Last year, global sales of hydrogen-infused water quietly surged past $400 million, an economic milestone that largely escaped the notice of many medical professionals.

Lavazza launches innovative 100% coffee tabs, Tablì, in US
Lavazza has launched a groundbreaking single-serve coffee tab in the U.

Summer Drink Recipes: Simple & Innovative Mixes
For June entertaining in 2026, publications are offering at least 16 cocktail recipes, providing options for easy summer drink recipes for entertaining.

June 2026 Trends Show Functional Beverages Leading Emerging Drink Market
In June 2026, supermarket chains are dedicating 20% more shelf space to functional drinks than traditional sodas, according to Grocery Dive Analytics.

Ready-to-drink cocktails now exceed vodka market value
Last year, the ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail category quietly surpassed vodka in global market value.

Popeyes launches biscuit mixes as Tom Holland's Bero eyes non-alc
A 12-pack of Tom Holland's Bero shandies will hit Target shelves in June 2026, just as Popeyes' Cajun Cheddar biscuit mix becomes available nationwide at Walmart.

Canadian consumers embrace ready-to-drink cocktails, driving market growth
Canadians bought just over 40% more ciders and coolers between April 2020 and March 31, 2021, according to Statistics Canada .

Healthy Hydrating Drink Options for Summer
A single 12-ounce can of popular lemon-lime soda packs 39 grams of sugar—more than an adult's daily recommended limit.

New Queer Bars and Cocktail Scenes Blossom in Major Cities
This May, Ring Ding Ding, a new queer-friendly, Thai-influenced bar, opened its doors in Portland.

RTDs boost sales as traditional spirits decline 4.4%
In Q1 2026, spirits-based ready-to-drink cocktails surged by 30% in dollar sales.

Beverages That Lower Cancer Risk Emerge
Drinking just two cups of unsweetened tea daily could lower your risk of dying from cancer by 16%.

North Carolina House advances bill for canned cocktails in grocery stores
On May 19, 2026, a North Carolina House committee quietly approved a bill that could soon put canned cocktails with up to 9.

US pre-mixed alcoholic drinks market analysis shows spirit-based cocktails leading.
In 2025, the ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage category surged nearly 18%, eclipsing the entire vodka segment to become the undisputed leader in the U.

Bars Bring Back Cheaper Cocktails for Value-Conscious Drinkers
At Gus' Sip & Dip in Chicago, a 30-drink list of classic cocktails now costs just $12 each.

America's Cocktail Preferences Shift Amid Viral Trends
In the week following Starbucks' launch of its new Tie-Dye Frappuccino, searches for 'tie-dye cocktail recipes' on Pinterest surged by 300%.

Ritual Zero Proof Launches Non-Alcoholic RTD Cocktails
The non-alcoholic beverage category in the United States has exploded, growing its retail sales value by a staggering 31% CAGR over the past five years, according to Diageo .

Ritual Zero Proof Launches Ready-to-Drink Non-Alcoholic Cocktails
Just weeks after Diageo paid $23 million to fully acquire Ritual Zero Proof, the non-alcoholic spirit brand, already number one in the US, is launching three new ready-to-drink canned cocktails.

2026 cocktail trends blend global flavors with regional twists
Thomas Pélissier of Le Clocher Penché in Québec recently won the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Québec Exceptional Cocktails Award, marking a new era for regional mixology.

EU Lawmakers Reach Provisional Deal on AI Regulations
After nearly 36 hours of intense negotiations, EU lawmakers reached a provisional agreement on the landmark AI Act, set to take effect in 2026.

Diageo Launches 100ml Canned Cocktails in US Market
Facing a 15.4% drop in US spirits sales, Diageo has launched a new range of 100ml canned cocktails, including a 37.5% ABV Bulleit Old Fashioned, priced at US$4.99 per single can. This aggressive move