“Natural highs”, one-step convenience and “foraged flavours” are set to become key trends in 2014 for the global food and drink industry, according to new findings from market research organisation...

For the first time a high intake of natural polyphenols in whole foods has been associated with a substantial reduction in mortality in older adults. The new research from scientists in Italy and the US...

Despite being one of the smallest sectors of the global soft drinks market in terms of launch activity, coffee ready-to-drink (Coffee RTD) or iced coffee has entered a period of strong product and market...

Food and beverage manufacturer Lion has launched a new product in its DARE range, DARE Cold Pressed Coffee. The Company said DARE Cold Pressed Coffee will bring the cold press coffee process “from boutique...

Coffee and tea are still the main source of caffeine for Australians, according to a survey undertaken by beverage industry representative body the Australian Beverages Council. The Galaxy Poll, finalised...

Increased caffeine intake may reduce fatty liver in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, according to an international team of researchers led by Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School (Duke-NUS)...

Australia’s Food Regulation Standing Committee (FRSC) has invited public submissions on a Food Regulation Policy Options Paper for formulating policy guidelines on the regulation of caffeine in food...

Researchers have developed a fluorescent caffeine detector and detection kit that lights up like a traffic light when caffeine is present in various drinks and solutions so consumers can keep track of...

Australian coffee house Hudsons Coffee have launched a new “bold” blend, called ‘Barista’s Choice’, which is available on shelf in its coffee shops. Hudsons Coffee said the new darker roast “boasts...

Coffee machine manufacturer Nespresso has launched a new machine in its ‘U’ range. The ‘UMilk’ machine includes an integrated milk frother. Nespresso said the new Aeroccino milk frother, incorporated...