Beverage

Beverage trends spilling into the restaurant industry

How Nekter Juice Bar is breaking away from the pack in a crowded segment

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 01, 2024

Co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer Alexis Schultze Parra collaborates with brands outside the food and drink category to grow the audience for juices, smoothie and bowls.

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What makes Dry January different this year

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 16, 2024

Demographics have changed, spirit-free products are better and more plentiful, and operators are realizing that zero-proof drinks are revenue-boosters.

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Applebee's elevates the bar experience with new partnerships, premium options

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 10, 2024

A celebrity-branded mezcal makes its debut in three approachable and affordable signature cocktails.

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Chick-fil-A refreshes its beverage lineup with a taste of the tropics

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 04, 2024

The drinks category continues to grow, with three new additions and one returning favorite coming to the menu Monday.

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In-N-Out expands menu with 2 new options

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 21, 2023

Lynsi Snyder, CEO of the secretive burger chain, shared news of the beverage additions on Instagram.

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Taco Bell chills out with new frozen coffees and shakes

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 12, 2023

Two locations in California are testing Coffee Chillers and Churro Chillers for a limited time.

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Panera Bread's Charged Lemonade blamed for second death

By Lisa Jennings on Dec. 05, 2023

The family of Florida resident David Brown filed a lawsuit Monday saying the fast-casual chain neglected to warn vulnerable consumers about caffeine levels in the beverage.

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Starbucks' global locations offer unique takes on holiday beverages

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 21, 2023

From a Chestnut Praline Latte in the Caribbean to Japan’s Strawberry Merry Cream Frappuccino, stores in different parts of the world celebrate with seasonal drinks that reflect the culture.

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