AriZonaLand offers visitors an immersive factory tour during which they can observe the beverage-making process in a facility spanning over 1 million square feet of warehousing and manufacturing space. The guided experience blends brand culture, education and refreshment, providing a behind-the-scenes look at how AriZona's drinks are produced. The tour is free to the public, with reservations available online.

Lotus Plant Power is redefining energy drinks with plant-based beverages that balance body, mind and spirit, founder and CEO Scott Strader says. The company's portfolio includes eight varieties, offering options with cane and zero sugar.

America Recycles Day celebrated its 28th year with significant investments and recognitions aimed at improving recycling infrastructure. American Beverage's Every Bottle Back initiative, with support from The Coca-Cola Co., PepsiCo and Keurig Dr Pepper, invested more than $2 million in projects across seven states, including grants for recycling carts and AI technology to reduce contamination.

Gases such as carbon dioxide and ammonia are essential for food and beverage manufacturing, but they also present significant safety and environmental risks. Adam Pope of Draeger Safety UK highlights the importance of effective gas management, especially in smaller facilities. Pope recommends simple gas detection systems, choosing experienced partners and considering the total cost of ownership to enhance safety and sustainability.

Monster Energy hosted an event in New York City to mark the release of "Call of Duty: Black Ops 7." The event, held on the Intrepid aircraft carrier, featured professional video game players, UFC fighters and entertainers. It was broadcast live on Twitch, where viewers received exclusive digital content. The campaign also includes specially marked cans that unlock in-game content.

At the 2025 Worlds of Flavor Conference in Napa, presenters explored how Mediterranean food traditions offer a foundation for innovation, rooted in the idea that respecting heritage does not require resisting change. Panelists and chefs emphasized that authenticity is a lived experience shaped by ingredients, stories and adaptation, while zero-waste and sustainability have long been embedded in Mediterranean foodways. Across sessions and demos, chefs demonstrated how tradition can be preserved, transformed and used to build deeper cultural understanding.

Bubbl'r and Amez Infusions are capitalizing on the growing demand for low-sugar, high-energy functional drinks as consumers seek healthier options. Bubbl'r, an antioxidant sparkling water, and Amez Infusions' new High Caf Tea are alternatives to traditional caffeinated beverages.

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