All articles by Eszter Racz

Eszter is a reporter at Just Drinks and Just Food. Prior to joining the site, she studied International Multimedia Journalism at Newcastle University. She also worked in broadcasting in Hungary, taught Hungarian as a second language in Melbourne and produced and hosted a series of podcasts as part of a bursary programme in Newcastle.

Eszter Racz

Britvic takes J2O into non-alcoholic RTDs with mocktail range

Britvic said it wants to “help the brand expand its appeal into even more occasions, at a time when non-alcoholic options are continuing to gain relevance.”

Kliro Capital Partners invests in RTD business Solo Coffee

The deal will support the ready-to-drink manufacturer in expanding into the US market, where it is looking to enter the foodservice channel.

Duvel Moortgat acquires French brewery Brasserie du Mont Blanc

Duvel Moortgat’s own beers are already available in France.

Heineken fined for breaching competition law in Hungary

Heineken breached legislation on supply contracts with venues.

Royal Wine acquires Californian winery Sonoma-Loeb

Royal Wine is producing a kosher version of Sonoma-Loeb to be sold under the Dignitary brand.

Coca-Cola takes Bodyarmor sports drinks to Canada

“International expansion has been on our mind for quite a while,” Bodyarmor CEO Federico Muyshondt said.

Gusbourne names interim CEO as search for permanent chief continues

Publicly-listed Gusbourne announced in June that CEO Charlie Holland would step down in September.

Spirit of Gallo to launch Tequila RTDs into US market

Spirit of Gallo said the cocktails were in a “partnership” with Mexican boxer Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez and Mexican spirit company Casa Lumbre.

Spain trade body asks for priority access to water amid drought

The trade body said it was “essential that the food and beverage industry receives special treatment”.

Radnor Hills acquires Wales factory from Highland Spring

The acquisition includes a 40-acre water source in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park in south Wales.