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Coca‑Cola has revived its iconic 1971 “Hilltop” ad with a gospel‑inspired remake called “Drink in America,” produced by WPP Open X and Ogilvy. The brand teamed with the America250 Commission for a nationwide 2026 campaign and introduced 52 limited‑edition mini‑cans, each representing a U.S. state, Washington DC, or Puerto Rico with unique iconography. The collectible cans are designed to spark digital engagement and tap into nostalgia‑driven consumer demand. The effort blends patriotic storytelling with modern marketing tactics to refresh the brand’s relevance.
The first 13 weeks of 2026 confirm that the craft‑beer category remains under pressure, with overall volume continuing to slip while price hikes sustain revenue. Growth is confined to specific niches rather than broad‑based recovery, echoing the 2025 data that...
Oregon‑based Sivetz Roasting Machines and Kansas‑based Peachey Roasters have merged under the Sivetz brand, re‑introducing electric‑heat fluid‑bed coffee roasters. The unified lineup adds 4‑kg and 9‑kg electric models alongside the flagship SRM15 gas‑fired roaster, all sharing common PLC control and...
Dogfish Head partnered with the Grateful Dead to launch the Juicy Pale Ale and later the Citrus Daydream Lager, sparking its fastest‑growing beer ever and reversing a multi‑year sales decline. The collaboration taps the Dead’s cult following, using vibrant branding...
Goose Island has refreshed its flagship 312 lager to mark Chicago’s “312 Day,” a city‑wide celebration held each March 12. The new look features bright yellow cans emblazoned with the tagline “It’s a Chicago Thing.” The holiday, started by Goose Island employees...
The VinePair Podcast examines why wine marketing remains stagnant, highlighting research from The Quench Report that senior wine marketers spend an average of 73 percent of their careers in the wine category. This concentration is markedly higher than in spirits...
According to Toast’s latest POS data, Manhattan’s median pint price reached $9.16, making New York City the first major U.S. city to break the $9 barrier. The national median rose 1.9% year‑over‑year to $6.52, with Boston close behind at $8.69....
Songchuan Mountain tea has partnered with Linshaobin Design to reinvent its tea bag using precise die‑cutting, turning it into a sculptural form inspired by a traditional Chinese tea bowl. The packaging employs soft, mineral‑toned translucent paper with heat‑pressed areas that...
Weirdo Snacks, a brand from MABA, has launched a bold visual identity that turns each flavor into a cartoon character. The packaging features expressive, chunky typography and vibrant color palettes designed to resonate with Gen Z humor. By treating snack packs...
Sfizi’s new snack packaging, created by SDCO Partners, merges nostalgic Italian tablecloth motifs with contemporary design language. The visual identity uses a checkerboard pattern, pastel hues, rich greens and reds, and playful details like a die‑cut window and Vespa iconography....
Wax has introduced a THC‑infused non‑alcoholic beer line, with branding and packaging created by Opprobriations. The design draws on vintage skate and surf culture, aiming to differentiate the product in a market dominated by seltzer‑style cannabis drinks. Future Market Insights...
The FDA and CDC have linked a multistate Salmonella outbreak to dietary supplements containing moringa leaf powder, specifically Live it Up-brand Super Greens powder and Why Not Natural moringa capsules. As of March 17, 2026, 97 people in 32 states...
The FDA released an Executive Incident Summary Abstract documenting a Salmonella Saintpaul outbreak linked to mangoes that resulted in 56 confirmed cases. The report redacted the names of the importer, the country of origin, the states involved, and all firms...
A recent Northern Ireland survey of ready‑to‑eat (RTE) food manufacturers examined awareness of EU food safety regulation 2073/2005, which mandates environmental controls and systematic sampling for Listeria monocytogenes. The 26‑question questionnaire uncovered notable gaps in understanding specific regulatory requirements, even...
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service has withdrawn the public health alert issued on April 1 for Walmart Great Value Fully Cooked Dino‑Shaped Chicken Breast Nuggets after confirming the product poses no public health risk. The alert was initially triggered...
