Coca-Cola
HCCB Commissions High-Speed Kinley Water Production Line At Telangana Plant
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages commissioned a new high-speed production line for Kinley packaged drinking water at its Avinya manufacturing plant in Banda Thimmapur, Telangana. HCCB says it’s the fastest line within the Coca-Cola India Southwest Asia system, producing up to 1,350 Kinley 500ml PET bottles per minute and 1-liter PET bottles at up to 1,000 per minute. It’s the seventh production line at the Telangana facility.
Coca-Cola Launches Charged Sparkling Caffeinated Drink In Kenya
Coca-Cola launched Charged, a sparkling caffeinated drink, in Kenya. It comes in two flavors, Lemon Burst and Electric Pineapple, and is available in 330ml bottles through supermarkets and other retailers nationwide. The launch follows earlier releases in India, Nepal, Vietnam and South Africa. It’s designed to appeal to younger consumers, and a nationwide activation campaign features music, entertainment and product sampling supports the rollout.
Namibia Approves Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Acquisition
The Namibian Competition Commission approved Coca-Cola HBC AG's proposed acquisition of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, without conditions. The Swiss-based authorized Coca-Cola bottler does not currently operate in Namibia. Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, headquartered in South Africa, holds beverage interests across the continent and indirectly controls the Coca-Cola Namibia Bottling Company, along with Northern Mineral Waters. The commission classified the transaction as a horizontal merger in the non-alcoholic RTD beverages market in Namibia and concluded that it was unlikely to reduce competition, create a dominant market position or raise public interest concerns.
Keurig Dr Pepper
Ghost Energy Partners With 7Up In First-Ever Energy Drink Collaboration
Energy drink maker Ghost, recently acquired by Keurig Dr Pepper, launched Ghost Energy X 7Up, a lemon-lime flavored energy drink developed in collaboration with 7Up. It contains 200mg of caffeine, added vitamins, a blend of nootropics and no added sugar. Cans feature a design echoing classic soda packaging. Ghost Energy X 7Up is available for a limited time at Target, Walmart, Circle K, CVS and other major retailers nationwide.
Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut Returns Nationwide This Summer
Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut returns to shelves in 12oz cans nationwide through July 31, in Classic and Zero Sugar varieties. First launched in May 2024, the soda combines Dr Pepper's 23 flavors with a coconut taste. Dr Pepper said the flavor generated nearly 5,000 social media mentions and 6.3 million engagements between January and March 2026, with 97% of the conversation calling for a return. It’s available at major retailers including Amazon, Kroger, Target and Walmart.
Nestle
Nestle And Starbucks Launch Starbucks Coffee Craft Cold Coffee Concentrate
Nestle and Starbucks launched Starbucks Coffee Craft, a premium cold coffee concentrate, under their Global Coffee Alliance. Made with Arabica beans, the product debuts in two varieties: Rich Black and Signature Caramel. It’s designed to be mixed with water, milk or plant-based alternatives for making iced beverages at home. Launching this year in Japan, Korea and the UK, a broader rollout across Europe and Asia is planned for 2027.
Other Companies
McDonald's To Roll Out Red Bull Energy Drinks And Craft Sodas In The US
McDonald's plans to overhaul its cold-beverage menu at US locations, adding energy drinks and craft sodas starting May 2026, with a broader rollout in August 2026, according to internal documents reported by the Wall Street Journal. The centerpiece is the Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer, a mix of Red Bull, blue raspberry syrup and freeze-dried dragon fruit granules, which was previously tested at CosMc's, McDonald's beverage-led concept stores that closed in mid-2025. Additional confirmed new items include the Mango Pineapple Refresher and the Dirty Dr Pepper. Other items from CosMc's, including craft sodas and popping boba, are expected to influence the new menu, though most have yet to be confirmed.
Lotte Chilsung Launches Happyz Zero-Calorie Prebiotic Carbonated Soda
Lotte Chilsung Beverage launched Happyz, a prebiotic carbonated soda positioned in the functional beverage market. It’s a zero-calorie and zero-sugar drink, containing 2.5g of dietary fiber per 355ml can. Lotte Chilsung said it was developed in response to the "wellness carbonation" trend spreading from North America and uses five fermented ingredients: domestic citron, ginger, barley, brown rice and green tea. Happyz is available in lemon lime, tropical mix and popping cherry varieties. Launched first through Naver's brand store, expansion is planned to online retailers, hypermarkets and convenience stores. K-pop artist Felix of Stray Kids is the brand model and there’s a pop-up launch event at Yeongdeungpo Times Square on April 13.
Lotte Chilsung Launches Jeju Matcha Latte Under Ceylon Tea Brand
In South Korea, Lotte Chilsung Beverage’s Ceylon Tea Matcha Latte is a 340ml drink made with Jeju-grown matcha and milk, developed in response to growing consumer interest in matcha. Distribution will begin in large discount stores and convenience stores, with plans to expand sales channels gradually.
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