The extremely high sugar content in some speciality beverages was discussed live today on Radio 5 Live and BBC Radio London with Steve Slark, chairman of the Beverage Standards Association & MD of European Water Care. Mr Slark spoke on behalf of the British coffee industry about the recent report by the Action On Sugar charity on the extremely high […]

Distribution and marketing company Velt Enterprises has announced that premium iced coffee drink Cafemio is now available for vending. Director Jonathan Raymond commented that after identifying a gap in the market, he began searching for an iced coffee brand that would be perfect for vending. Cafemio had the right packaging, a good shelf life and most importantly was available at […]

POSITIV is the new alternative to energy drinks currently on the market. Packed full of vitamins, fruit juices, honey and herbs, POSITIV has no taurine, artificial colours or sweeteners. Designed with the body’s dynamics in mind, its natural ingredients combine to produce lasting energy, increased stamina and provide help with strength and muscle recovery. POSITIV doesn’t use chemicals to boost […]

Vimto brand owner Nichols has announced its acquisition of the Feel Good Drinks brand from German drinks supplier, MBG International Premium Brands. Founded in 2001, Feel Good Drinks is a premium range of 100% natural still and sparkling drinks for adults and kids. The range is sold in over 20,000 outlets across 15 different countries. The acquisition supports Nichols’ long-term […]

Calypso Soft Drinks has launched a totally re-designed range for its Fairtrade Pure Juice range, to coincide with the 20th Anniversary of the Fairtrade mark in the UK. Calypso was one of the first soft drinks companies to gain accreditation with the Fairtrade Foundation in 2001 and has seen its range grow and flourish over more than a decade.  The […]