Beverages

Growing demand for canned cocktails, spirit mixes and hard seltzers is reshaping alcohol purchasing habits in Britain’s retail market.

New measures require age verification and stricter compliance by licensed clubs and hotels to curb underage drinking and promote responsible alcohol consumption.

Strong coffee pricing and improved cash flow supported J.M. Smucker’s fourth-quarter performance, even as the company projected lower sales for fiscal 2027.

The new Queensland facility forms part of Asahi Beverages’ nationwide supply chain modernization strategy and is expected to become operational by 2028.

SBFE surpassed its recycled plastic target and advanced sugar reduction efforts as it continued implementing sustainability initiatives across operations and supply chains.