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Sour-apple wine, marshmallow stout and peach-finished whiskey are among the launches putting a fresh spin on autumn, as brands experiment with fruit-led profiles, dessert-inspired drinks and seasonal packaging
The move taps into growing demand for protein-enriched drinks, with the new iced matcha and latte containing up to 25g of protein per serving
A fat derived from yeast cells may hold promise as an alternative to cocoa butter.
Borough Broth has expanded into gravy with two flavours hitting Sainsbury’s shelves earlier this month.
Ferrero has launched a new range of Wonka products, created with the expertise of its UK Research & Development team and manufacturing colleagues in Alfreton, Derbyshire.
Discount supermarket chain Lidl has launched a “first-of-its-kind” hybrid meat range, hitting shelves this week.
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There is no question that R&D teams need to move faster, but speed cannot come at the expense of product quality. To succeed, R&D innovation needs to be both faster and deeper, writes R&D expert Deirdre Walters.
The UK sausage brand owned by Pilgrim’s has entered the frozen ready meals category with six new products.
Brands relying on large language models (LLMs) for innovation ideas are serving up a recipe for blandification, writes Dr Nicki Morley, global MD of innovation solutions for Kantar.
The SHS Drinks-owned brand has redesigned its packaging and aligned its range to 2.5% ABV as it looks to capitalise on growing demand for fruit beer and shandy, with new entrants including PepsiCo’s 7UP Pink Shandy.
Ryvita has launched ‘Ryvita Sticks’ – a new snack designed to tap into the growing demand for healthier snacking options.
Unilever is tapping into the demand for everything Korean by adding a new variant to its noodle brand, Namdong, with the launch of a new Creamy Cheese flavour.
Italian cooking brand Napolina has launched four new pasta stir-ins in a bid to offer a premium alternative to traditional pasta sauce.
A new children’s food brand called Gnome Rangers has launched with its first product in the sauces category called Rangers Tomato Ketchup, spearheaded by Jamie Oliver Group Co-CEO Louise Holland.
Old El Paso has revamped its taco product range to deliver “better flavour and better crunch”, alongside a range of new launches to tap into the growing trend for convenience.
Juice giant Tropicana is expanding its soft drinks portfolio with the launch of a new better-for-you beverage.
Premier Foods has launched Paxo Sage & Onion Stuffing and OXO beef flavoured ice creams as part of a celebration of ice cream and sorbets with a twist.
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Biscuit manufacturer McVitie’s is expanding its savoury portfolio with the launch of an all-new snack.
Popular UK sports nutrition brand, Myprotein, has expanded its partnership with Mars Wrigley to roll out this latest new product.
The manufacturer is tapping into rising World Cup fever across England and Scotland with the launch of new limited-edition cupcake packs.
The finalists for Ecotrophelia UK have been announced – a competition which challenges students to develop a sustainable and innovative food product from concept to market.
The UK baby food brand has launched a new range of products, geared towards older infants.
Seasonings, instant soups and noodles brand Maggi has entered the ready meal market with the launch of its new Global Kitchen range.
British instant coffee brand Kenco is tapping into the stratospheric rise of matcha with the launch of two new matcha latte flavours, alongside an espresso concentrate drink.
Innocent has launched a trio of plant-based dessert-inspired smoothies which can be consumed in a variety of ways.
Dash Water and Pink Lady team up to develop new flavoured water as volatility continues to drive nostalgia.
Plenish, the Hungry Boar, THIS, and Quaker have all rolled out new protein-focused food products.
Brands race to innovate as matcha continues to gain ground in UK and US markets, with new launches from Alpro and Forest Feast among others.
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British meat brand, The Jolly Hog, has launched a new range of extra-thick bacon - a category it says which has seen ‘little innovation’.
New product development
Brands across alcohol, non‑alcohol and functional hydration are rolling out premium innovations, collaborations and reformulations that tap into fashion crossovers, natural ingredients and elevated at‑home drinking trends
This month’s launches features fresh innovations from Nestlé, Carlsberg Britvic’s London Essence, and Urban Farm‑Produce – plus a collaboration between Peperami and Doritos.
Linda McCartney Foods has unveiled its new vegan Chicken Style Dippers in a bid to support inclusive school menus.
Borough Broth is launching a new range of ‘UPF-free’ frozen broth cubes, designed to be a ‘healthier alternative’ to traditional stock cubes.
Brewing giant Heineken is set to launch a new variant of its Cruzcampo beer, expanding its British portfolio.
Gut health food and drink brand Bio&Me is expanding its breakfast portfolio with the roll-out of two new pistachio-based launches.
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Food Manufacture rounds-up some of the latest launches hitting shelves for the romantic season.
Fudge Kitchen hosted its annual New Year, New Flavour competition, with its teams across the country tasked with creating a new, limited-edition flavour.
PepsiCo Foods is launching a limited-edition ‘flavour swap’ marketing campaign which sees a number of its iconic brands coming together.
Energy drink brand Monster is ‘juicing up’ its offering with the launch of its new ‘Viking Berry’ flavour
British dessert brand Gü is expanding its product portfolio with the launch of its new Salted Pistachio Cheesecake.
FRANK – a new savoury snacking brand – has secured its first UK retail listing with Whole Foods Market UK.
Ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s has launched a new cookie dough ice cream sandwich onto the UK market.
Supermarket chain Co-op has launched a new own-brand range of meals to complement weight loss medication as part of a new ‘Good Fuel’ health offer.