Tropical flavors and functional ingredients continue to drive beverage development, according to participants in Beverage Industry's ingredient supplier roundtable. Like many of us, these ingredient specialists have observed the trend toward low-carb as well as all manner of products designed to make the consumer healthier and live longer. In addition to mid-calorie offerings, ready-to-drink teas are making a comeback, meal replacement beverages could soon become a viable category, and bottled water will continue its climb to the top of the beverage consumption charts.
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