Coca-Cola
Limca Unveils Collectible Delhi-Themed Can Design
Limca, part of Coca-Cola India’s portfolio, introduced its first Limca Delhi City Can, a limited-edition design marking the capital under the banner “One City, One Can: Crafted for Collection.” Artwork draws on celebrated landmarks such as Qutub Minar, Jantar Mantar and India Gate, paired with everyday Delhi details like its Metro system and auto-rickshaws. An Instagram-led social activation features Bollywood actor Ananya Panday and invites artists and consumers to contribute their own take on the city. The can is rolling out across Delhi.
Coca-Cola Adds Unsweetened Pu Erh Tea In Malaysia
In Malaysia, Coca-Cola is growing its Authentic Tea House range of RTD teas by adding an unsweetened Pu Erh variant made with tea leaves grown in Yunnan province. Containing no sugar or added calories, the fermented dark tea sits alongside existing Ayataka green tea and the brand’s Oolong line, and its plain formulation sidesteps excise duties applied to sweetened RTD products elsewhere in Southeast Asia. Across the region, sales of RTD tea and coffee are forecast to grow at a 6.4% CAGR through 2035.
Diet Coke Prices Surge In India On Aluminum Cost Spike
Across India, bottlers and retailers pushed Diet Coke’s price for a 330ml can up to Rs70, a 40% rise, as aluminum packaging costs climb. Can-grade aluminum prices jumped roughly 30% year-on-year after supply disruptions tied to the Iran conflict, squeezing bottler margins. Goa, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR are among the urban markets affected, even as quick-commerce platforms including Blinkit and Zepto continue honoring the official Rs50 price. One independent bottler described the aluminum cost rise as “unsustainable.”
Russia Bans Georgian Mineral Water And Coca-Cola Imports
Rospotrebnadzor, Russia’s consumer protection watchdog, blocked Georgia’s Nabeglavi mineral water from entering the country, alongside Coca-Cola products. Officials cited a newly introduced temporary sanitary measure, applied under a ruling from the Eurasian Economic Commission’s Council, that suspends both the entry and disposal of goods failing organoleptic, physicochemical and safety checks.
Coca-Cola Reportedly Seeks Buyer For Costa Coffee
Semafor reports that Coca-Cola is aiming to find a new owner for Costa Coffee after an earlier sale attempt collapsed. A sale effort was abandoned earlier this year as private equity bids fell short of expectations. Coca-Cola bought the British coffeehouse chain in 2018, paying $5.1 billion to grow its foothold in better-for-you beverages. One potential strategic buyer reportedly considered an offer before walking away over valuation and strategic concerns. Coca-Cola declined to comment, and Semafor’s report added that no asking price has yet been set for Costa should it return to market.
Coca-Cola Trials Prebiotic Sodas Under Three Brands
Coca-Cola is exploring American consumers' appetite for prebiotic sodas, launching pilot products under three major brands. Formulated with 6g of prebiotic fiber, zero-sugar versions of Coca-Cola, Sprite and Fresca will roll out later in October across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. Building on last year's debut of Simply Pop, the trial takes aim at rivals Olipop and Poppi, the latter bought by PepsiCo for $1.95 billion. Beyond prebiotics, upcoming additions include Coca-Cola Cherry Lime, Strawberry Float and Mr. Pibb Black-Current, plus new Powerade, Bodyarmor, Topo Chico and Core Power variants.
Nestle
Nestlé Commits Additional Billion-Dollar Investment To Mexico
Nestlé plans to invest an additional $1 billion in its Mexican operations between 2028 and 2030, on top of an existing $1 billion program running through 2027. CEO Philipp Navratil said Nestlé will modernize facilities and support more efficient, sustainable processes. Current spending includes a Maggi factory, a Purina “experience center” and expanded Nescafé production in Veracruz. Nestlé Mexico chief executive Fausto Costa said the move reflects “confidence in the country’s potential.” Nestlé operates 11 Mexican factories spanning beverages, dairy, confectionery, prepared dishes, pet care and nutrition.
EU Approves Nestlé Waters Joint Venture With Platinum
European Commission regulators approved Nestlé’s joint acquisition of its Nestlé Waters Luxembourg unit alongside US investment firm Platinum Equity, after concluding the deal raises no competition concerns since the companies do not compete in the same markets. It creates a joint venture named Peranel and covers Nestlé’s bottled water business, which includes more than 30 brands available in over 120 countries. Nestlé has been seeking a partner for the division since 2024 and expects the deal to close during 2027’s first half, valuing Peranel at €4.9 billion.
Other Companies
Olvi Shares Fall After Profit Warning
Shares in Finnish drinks company Olvi fell nearly 8% after it issued a profit warning, citing “weaker-than-expected” earnings in its Rest of Europe business unit, which includes Norway, Denmark and Baltic markets. Olvi now expects a 2026 operating result of €80-85 million, down from an earlier €84-90 million forecast that had already been trimmed in August. First-half 2026 operating profit rose 9.6% on 13.5% net sales growth.
Red Bull Adds Frosted Raspberry Glacier Edition
Red Bull is adding Red Bull Glacier Edition, a full-sugar Frosted Raspberry flavor, to its Energy line, available first through Booker and Tesco stores in the UK from mid-October ahead of a wider rollout early next year. It follows September’s Winter Edition release in Pistachio and Berries flavors, continuing a pattern of flavored energy growth that has outpaced unflavored energy sales in recent years. Packs include a 250ml can at £1.80, a price-marked version at £1.75, a 473ml can at £2.85, a price-marked 473ml can at £2.80, and a four-pack of 250ml cans at £5.75.
Spritzer Enters Isotonic Drinks With Ion Launch
Bottled water leader Spritzer enters Malaysia’s isotonic drinks category with Ion, a carbonated electrolyte beverage, expanding beyond its core business into a segment dominated by 100PLUS. Analysis from Mini Me Insights frames the launch as reflecting hydration’s shift from basic thirst-quenching toward a broader wellness proposition tied to physical performance and mental focus, alongside climate trends such as rising temperatures that increase demand for refreshment. Isotonic drinks reportedly carry more of a healthy image than standard carbonated sodas among Malaysian consumers. Ion’s campaign is built around the philosophy “ON JE!,” which asks consumers no to overthink but overcome any reluctance to sample unfamiliar brands.
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