January 2022
Volume 113, Number 1
IN THIS ISSUE
Bottler of the Year: Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. of McAlester
Family-owned distributor grows its carb, non-carb businesses
(Cover image by Mark Emmons)
True classics
Classic flavors remain in favor with consumers
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE
A healthy take on juice
Brands address consumer concerns with fortification
No/low alcohol reaches new highs
Increased demand for no/low alcohol drinks brings opportunities
Grocery goes ‘phygital’
Supermarkets turbocharge investments into digital technology
An open and shut case
Caps, closures provide protection, premiumization
Metal packaging meets its mettle
Flexibility vital for can filling and seaming equipment
A ‘ton’ of solutions
Weight management coincides with healthier lifestyle
Supporting a circular delivery model
Reusable container systems help reduce companies’ carbon footprint
IN EVERY ISSUE
A look at new releases of beverage packaging designs, including brand refreshes
Recent and upcoming product introductions across all beverage categories
