40 Years in the Beverage Development Business: The History of Newport Bottling & Canning
Newport Bottling & Canning has over 40 years of combined experience in beverage research and development. Based in Southern California, we are home to the nation’s leading flavor house, Nature’s Flavors. The history of Newport Bottling & Canning starts with Nature’s Flavors but most importantly with Bill The Flavor Guy. Bill has owned a successful natural flavoring e-commerce business, Nature’s Flavors, for decades. Nature’s Flavors currently serves everyday home chefs and bakers, as well as prestigious companies in the food and beverage industry. A Beverage Development Company with Hands-On Experience Innovative beverage formulation has always been Bill’s passion. So, he partnered...
The Popularity of Flavored Water Drinks: Sparkling & Still
The flavored water market is expected to reach $31.26 billion by 2030. Flavored water drinks can be as simple as adding real fruits or natural flavors to turn plain water into a flavorful beverage. Consumers who dislike the taste of plain water reach for flavored water beverages in grocery stores to increase their water consumption. Since flavored waters are many Americans' source of hydration, they’re often referred to as a functional drink. You can find still and carbonated flavored water options that are low in calories and sugar. The History of Flavored Water Drinks Historians believe flavored water dates back to the early...
How Do Carbonated Drinks Get So Bubbly?
Carbonated drinks add a fun and fizzy feel to beverages like water, juices, and even wines. If you’ve ever wondered why carbonated beverages are bubbly, it has to do with the chemical makeup of the drink. Carbonation is a solution of the gas, carbon dioxide (Co2), and water. The pressure of the Co2 gas causes the molecules to build and thus form bubbles, creating an effervescent soda. Carbon dioxide is safe and occurs both artificially and naturally. Other than creating fizz, carbonation improves the flavor of carbonated beverages. What Are Carbonated Drinks Today? In the past, the most popular carbonated drinks were...
Healthy Drink Trends: Deep Dive Into Natural and Organic Ingredients
The healthy beverage market has seen tremendous growth since 2020 and continues to rise. By 2030, the functional beverage market is forecasted to reach over $200 million due to the greater demand for drinks like kombucha, healthy sodas, and teas with greater nutritional value. What’s Really Inside These Wellness Drinks That Gives Them Their Healthy-Claim-Power? The wellness drinks that have been crowding the refrigerated drinks section at grocery stores make promising health claims, such as immune support, clean energy, and prebiotics. How is it possible for a single drink to have so many health benefits and still be enjoyable? The Secret Behind...