USA: Coca-Cola launches Dreamworld variety
Coca-Cola has announced Dreamworld, the latest offering within its Coca-Cola Creations concept. According to a company press release, Coca-Cola Dreamworld, which also comes in a zero sugar version, “explores the realms of the surreal, the imaginary, and the otherworldly” offering “a surprising and unexpected flavor from a dream world”. Commenting on the launch, Alessandra Cascino, creative […]
USA: Coca-Cola launches space-inspired drink
Multinational drinks company, The Coca-Cola Company, has announced the launch of a space-inspired drink, under the Coca-Cola Starlight brand name. According to the company, the limited-edition series, part of its global innovation platform Coca-Cola Creations, was inspired by ‘the infinite possibilities of space’, and it fuses the signature Coca-Cola flavour with ‘unexpected touches, including a […]
USA: Constellation Brands to partner with Coca-Cola to launch alcoholic beverage
Leading beverage alcohol company Constellation Brands has entered into an agreement with The Coca-Cola Company in the United States to bring the Fresca brand into the beverage alcohol sector. The partnership will launch a new product this year, the new Fresca Mix, a distinctive line of spirit-based, ready-to-drink cocktails. “The Coca-Cola Company’s FRESCA® brand is […]
USA: Coca-Cola to acquire remaining stake in BodyArmor
Coca-Cola, the multinational drinks company, has announced the acquisition of the remaining stake in BodyArmor, a US sports drink, for $5.6 billion. In 2018, Coca-Cola acquired 15% stake in BodyArmor with a path to full ownership. The company will operate as a separate business and maintain its base in New York. “BodyArmor has been a […]
USA: Full Sail IP Partners to acquire Odwalla brand
Full Sail IP Partners has announced the acquisition of juice and smoothie brand Odwalla from Coca-Cola for an undisclosed sum, according to a Reuters report Founded in 1980, Odwalla is a producer of plant-based fruit juices, smoothies, and energy bars. According to sources, Full Sail IP Partners plans to expand the Odwalla brand beyond the […]
USA: Coca-Cola to sell Zico coconut water to original founder
Global soft drinks company Coca-Cola Company has sold the Zico coconut water brand back to its original owner, through the equity firm PowerPlant Ventures, after eight years. Mark Rampolla, creator of the Zico brand and co-founder of PowerPlant Ventures, said: “I respect the decision of Coca-Cola to focus on other elements of their beverage business. […]
France: Coca-Cola buys Tropico brand from Alize
The French division of soft drinks powerhouse Coca-Cola has announced the acquisition of still drinks producer Tropico, along with its namesake brand. Tropico soft drinks are sold in most retail chains in France and Belgium, generating revenue of around $34 million last year. According to a company statement, Tropico is Coca-Cola’s first in Frnce and is said […]
Australia: Coca-Cola acquires Mojo kombucha line
The Australian arm of soft drinks giant Coca-Cola has announced the acquisition of kombucha maker Organic & Raw Trading , owner of the Mojo organic live culture kombucha drinks brand. The acquisition of Mojo sees Coca-Cola enter the kombucha category for the first time. Commenting on the acquisition, Coca-Cola Australia president Vamsi Mohan said: “This is […]
USA: Coca-Cola to buy soft drink brand Moxie
Multinational carbonated drink firm Coca-Cola has announced the acquisition of Moxie, a New England soft drink brand, for an undisclosed sum. According to sources, the Coca-Cola is acquiring the Moxie brand from Coca-Cola of Northern New England, which is an independent bottling partner of the main company based in Bedford, New Hampshire. Moxie was patented in 1885 […]
China: Coca-Cola opens new bottling plant
Multinational beverage firm Coca-Cola has announced that its 44th facility in China has begun operations in Changsha, central China. According to COFCO Coca-Cola Huazhong Beverages, the plant is the largest in Central China and is prepared to have nine production lines: four for water, four for sparkling beverages, and one for juice and juice drinks. […]