Beverages
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Carlsberg Marston’s Brewery closes London brewery as focus shifts to core brands
UK – Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC) has announced plans to close London Fields Brewery (LFB) as focus shifts to stronger brands with greater potential…
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PepsiCo launches accelerator program to promote sustainability in MENA
MENA – American multinational beverage company PepsiCo has partnered with the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) to launch its green tech accelerator programme in the MENA…
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Cardi B partners Starco Brands to launch canned whipped cream infused with vodka
USA – American rapper and songwriter Cardi B has partnered with CPG maker Starco Brands to launch Whipshots, a canned whipped cream infused with vodka. …
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Cider becomes mainstream as young consumers dictate the pace
The venturing of South African alcoholic beverage giant Distell into cider production has changed the narrative and today cider is among the fastest growing beverages in Africa with sales of brands like Savannah, Hunters, and Bernini today make up 37% of Distell’s revenues.
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AB InBev’s venture arm ZX Ventures backs SA alcohol free drinks company The Duchess
SOUTH AFRICA – AB InBev’s corporate venture capital and innovation arm ZX Ventures has partnered with Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) to clinch an equity stake…