Beverages – World News

Belgian brewers faced weaker domestic demand and lower exports in 2025, despite increased investments in sustainability and alcohol-free beer innovation.

Former JDE Peet’s chief Rafael Oliveira will lead Heineken from October as the brewer advances its EverGreen 2030 strategy and strengthens growth across key markets.

EU approval of Fermotein marks a milestone for biomass fermentation, enabling commercial use of the first whole-food mycelium ingredient across food and beverage applications in Europe.

Danone expands its Asia-Pacific protein portfolio through Made Group acquisition as demand for high-protein foods surges globally, driven by health trends and weight-loss drug usage.

Imported whisky growth in India eased across major categories in 2025 as post-pandemic premiumisation normalises and consumer spending shifts toward sustainability.