Drinks & Coffee
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Tilray Targets $20 Million in Savings as It Reshapes U.S. Brewing
Tilray is closing breweries, trimming its portfolio and consolidating distribution as it targets $20 million in savings and prepares to expand its beverage business.
Three Modern Appletini Recipes Trade Neon Sweetness for Fresh Apple Flavor
Bartenders update the Appletini with baijiu, fino sherry, Calvados and housemade syrups while keeping its sweet-tart apple character.
Morgan Eckroth’s Coffee, for Here Brings Brewing Skills and Signature Drinks Together
Morgan Eckroth’s debut book pairs practical brewing guidance with creative coffee drinks, inviting home brewers to explore flavor, technique and coffee’s origins.
Beyond Matcha: Japan’s Black and Oolong Tea Revival
Japanese growers are making distinctive black and oolong teas with floral, spiced flavors and methods that expand the country’s tea story beyond matcha.
Cocktail Bars Have Rediscovered the Fun in Drinking
After years of defending cocktail craft, bartenders are embracing vodka, playful drinks and relaxed bars where hospitality matters as much as what’s in the glass.
Crispy Yuzu Kosho Chicken Thighs with Ponzu and Sake
Marinate chicken thighs overnight with yuzu kosho, ponzu and sake, then pan-fry or air-fry for crisp skin and juicy, citrusy meat.
Lighter Pumpkin Pie Recipe With a Creamy, Naturally Sweetened Filling
This pumpkin pie keeps its classic spice and creamy texture with less sugar, under 150 calories per slice, and options for vegan or gluten-free diets.
Tip Top Brings Leyenda’s Mezcal-Driven Tia Mia to a Can
Tip Top’s canned Tia Mia revives Ivy Mix’s smoky, sweet-tart Mai Tai riff from Brooklyn’s now-closed Leyenda.
Taco Bell and Swag Golf Launch Limited Edition Golf Gear
Taco Bell and Swag Golf bring the fast food brand’s style to headcovers, putter grips and more, with a $2,222.22 Taco Bell prize up for grabs.
Vodka Ade Gains Ground as Boston Beer Targets a Nationwide 2027 Rollout
Boston Beer is betting Rally Dog can lead the growing vodka ade category, as major rivals enter and the company’s traditional beer sales weaken.
McDonald’s Holiday Drinks Bring Cranberry to Sprite and Red Bull
McDonald’s adds frosted cranberry Sprite and Red Bull drinks, plus cookie butter McCafé options, starting November 3 for a limited time.
Jack in the Box’s Avengers: Doomsday Meal Adds a Mystery Sauce and Collectible Magnets
Jack in the Box’s limited time Doomsday Dipping Box arrives November 5 with returning favorites, three sauces and one of eight collectible magnets.
Cocktail Glassware Shrinks as Craft Bartenders Bring Back Historic Designs
Craft bartenders revived smaller pours and vintage glass shapes, making glassware part of the cocktail experience as demand grows for tiny drinks.
Cheerios Adds Ziploc Resealable Bags to Cereal Packaging
General Mills is adding Ziploc PantrySeal bags to Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios, targeting freshness and easier pouring as cereal brands compete for shoppers.
Nestlé’s Turnaround Gains Ground as U.S. Sales Improve
Nestlé’s sales and U.S. volumes improved in the third quarter, but weakness in nutrition and pressure on consumer spending still challenge CEO Philipp Navratil’s reset.
Lay’s Holiday Chips, Dogfish Head’s Midas Touch Return and Tajín Chamoy Sauce
Lay’s rolls out Thanksgiving-inspired chips, Dogfish Head revives its 9% ABV Midas Touch, and Tajín adds sweet heat with a new chamoy sauce.
Researchers Turn Plastic and Farm Waste Into Ingredients for 3D-Printed Cookies
A yeast-based process turns plastic and agricultural waste into edible proteins and flavor compounds for cookies developed for a NASA food challenge.
Food and Beverage Industry Cuts Nearly 30,000 Jobs Through September 2026
Food producers announced 29,693 job cuts through September, up 76% year over year, as major brands close plants and reshape operations.
Black Thought on Pizza, Philly Food Traditions and Life on the Road
The Roots MC talks 1,100-degree pizza ovens, New Jersey favorites, tour-bus snacks and the Philadelphia meals that shaped his tastes.
Lighter Cream Cheese Frosting with Greek Yogurt or Tofu
Greek yogurt or soft tofu adds creaminess and protein to this tangy, lighter frosting. Blend until fluffy and chill for a firmer finish.