Beverages
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Deep DiveTapped out? Brewpubs, taprooms inundate beer scene as brewers aim to stand out
With more than 6,000 craft beers in the U.S., makers of the popular alcoholic drink are focusing on creating an immersive experience through food, entertainment and, of course, tasty and cleverly named beverages.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 16, 2019
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Starbucks has more stores abroad than in US
With plans for thousands of locations in China and the Asia-Pacific, Starbucks focuses on world coffee domination.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 15, 2019
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Why cannabis could spark menu innovations in 2019
The National Restaurant Association's "What's Hot Culinary Forecast" pinned CBD-infused drinks and foods as the top two menu trends this year.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 11, 2019
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Can casual chains woo millennials, Gen Z with craft cocktails?
Not only do specialty drinks generate a high profit margin, they could help brands like Applebee's and TGI Fridays differentiate in a crowded space.
By Alicia Kelso • Jan. 09, 2019
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Pizza Hut expands alcohol delivery to six states
After more than a year of testing in Arizona and California, the official pizza sponsor of the NFL is ramping up beer delivery just in time for the Super Bowl.
By Kristine Sherred • Jan. 09, 2019
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Dunkin' makes name change official with new packaging, social vignettes
Social media content shows people getting on a first-name basis with the brand by knitting a Dunkin' sweater, getting a Dunkin' hairdo or creating a special handshake.
By Erica Sweeney • Jan. 04, 2019
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Peet's snags majority stake in Revive kombucha
After investing $7.5 million in 2017, the coffee chain took a bigger bite out of the craft kombucha brewer, which has grown 168% in the past year.
By Kristine Sherred • Dec. 21, 2018
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Starbucks opens 23,000-square-foot Reserve Roastery in NYC
The format, which boasts coffee flights and a cocktail bar, marks the chain's fourth roastery concept and second in the U.S.
By Alicia Kelso • Dec. 14, 2018
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Starbucks expands delivery with Uber Eats partnership
The coffee chain plans to roll out delivery via the third-party company in about a quarter of its U.S. markets starting in 2019.
By Julie Littman • Dec. 14, 2018
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Costa Coffee travel mug doubles as contactless payment method
Reusable "Clever Cups" include a chip by Barclaycard that customers can tap to make in-store payments.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 29, 2018
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Cafe cooking with cannabis oil to open in UK next month
The Canna Kitchen will serve seasonal vegetarian dishes topped or laced with the non-psychoactive compounds found in the marijuana plant.
By Kristine Sherred • Nov. 20, 2018
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Free mug-share program wants to replace paper coffee cups
Eco-friendly startup Vessel has partnered with four Colorado cafes, where customers can use an app to grab a reusable stainless steel mug that can be returned at other shops or kiosks near transit stations.
By Kristine Sherred • Nov. 16, 2018
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Starbucks is laying off 5% of corporate employees
Jobs in marketing, creative, product, technology and store development will be eliminated or shuffled.
By Kristine Sherred • Nov. 14, 2018
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PourMyBeer teams with Untappd as PYOB competition grows
The self-serve beer platform's integration with the social drinking app will give patrons access to information about each beer's ABV, taste and more on the system's digital signage.
By Kristine Sherred • Nov. 08, 2018
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Starbucks' delivery expansion in China may not translate so easily in the U.S.
The company announced it is expanding delivery to 1,100 China stores through its partnership with Alibaba.
By Alicia Kelso • Nov. 07, 2018
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Starbucks' renewed focus on coffee, 'happy hour' deals pays off
The coffee giant reported record consumer spending for its fourth quarter, breaking the company out of its U.S. sales slump and growing revenue 10% to $6.3 billion.
By Emma Liem • Nov. 02, 2018
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BrewDog Airlines offers group travel experience for craft brewer's fans
The trip from London includes BrewDog-inspired dining, Cicerone-trained cabin staff, canned cocktails from its spirits arm LoneWolf and a visit to its new brewery in Columbus, Ohio.
By Erica Sweeney • Oct. 31, 2018
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Joe & the Juice eyes IPO as the Danish chain expands in US
The coffee and juice company has about 300 stores in 14 countries and hopes its freeform ethos will appeal to young, urban U.S. consumers seeking nutritious food on the go.
By Kristine Sherred • Oct. 29, 2018
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Starbucks can't quit its specialty Frappuccinos, despite sliding sales
The coffee chain rolled out a Halloween-themed blended drink for the fourth year in a row, though sales for the category were down 3% in May.
By Alicia Kelso • Oct. 26, 2018
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Dunkin' launches revamped espresso to check premium rivals
The chain is betting upscale machinery, trained staff and its recent branding change will lure younger consumers away from Starbucks and other higher-priced competitors.
By Kristine Sherred • Oct. 25, 2018
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First US sign language Starbucks opens in DC
The coffee giant brings the Signing Store to Washington during a time when the restaurant industry is publicly trying to change its diversity practices.
By Kristine Sherred • Oct. 24, 2018
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Mr IPA-Nut blends peanuts and craft beer in Chicago
Kraft Heinz's Planters brand's collaboration with Chicago-area Noon Whistle Brewery will be available at the brewer's tap room and at local stores for a limited time.
By Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 24, 2018
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Phoenix IHOP serves beer, Bloody Marys and wine on tap
After taking over a former Lone Star Steakhouse, the franchise owner left the bar intact, making it the first standalone IHOP to offer an alcoholic drink menu.
By Kristine Sherred • Oct. 23, 2018
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Inside Starbucks' secretive, ad-free Facebook community for fall enthusiasts
The Leaf Rakers Society, now at over 26,000 members, has become a powerful tool for peer-to-peer recommendations around seasonal products like the Pumpkin Spice Latte.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 17, 2018
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All tapped out? Global warming could impact world beer supply
A new study found that drought and heat could hurt barley crops enough to spike beer prices and decrease supply by the end of the century.
By Lillianna Byington • Oct. 17, 2018