Drinks

EFSA opinion paves way for EU approval of stevia-based sweeteners

14-Apr-2010 By Elaine Watson

EU approval for natural sweeteners from the stevia leaf has moved one step closer after scientists at the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) gave them a clean bill of health.

Coke investment may force Innocent to grow up

12-Apr-2010 By Shane Starling

Coca Cola has upped its stake in healthy smoothie maker, Innocent, to 58 per cent in a non-disclosed move one analyst said followed the gradual erosion of Innocent’s once vibrant and booming business plan.

One tank, three efficient duties 

06-Apr-2010

Alfa Laval's new Rotary Jet Mixer Iso-Mix (RJM) is designed for fast, efficient and economical mixing of powders and fluids within tanks and other storage vessels. It promises up to 30% faster mixing times compared with conventional technology.

Green beers all round

05-Jan-2010

Environmental and cost-saving measures are at the heart of improvements in large and small breweries alike, reports Graham Holter

Coming soon: Aspartame appeal on ‘nasty’ ruling

07-Dec-2009 By Elaine Watson

Three judges will consider an appeal against a High Court ruling over the rights to call aspartame a “nasty” early next year.

Rich pickings

22-Sep-2005

Looking beyond the usual suspects can inject a sense of occasion to your festive beer list. Beer guru Jeff Evans picks out some gems to inspire your...