April Fools 2026: Food brands serve up playful pranks
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NPD
The latest drinks NPDs creating a buzz ahead of summer
Our latest new product round-up includes new launches from Tropicana, Bio&Me, and Carlsberg Britvic.
Frozen, non-HFSS and snacking trends drive NPD
Our latest NPD round-up includes new launches from Ice Kitchen, Rustlers, Pringles, and Higgidy.
The Jolly Hog looks to shake-up bacon innovation
British meat brand, The Jolly Hog, has launched a new range of extra-thick bacon - a category it says which has seen ‘little innovation’.
New product development
New beverage launches: Grey Goose Prada, Stoli RTD, Faccia and more…
Brands across alcohol, non‑alcohol and functional hydration are rolling out premium innovations, collaborations and reformulations that tap into fashion crossovers, natural ingredients and elevated at‑home drinking trends
NPD: Peperami meets Doritos in flavour-hit protein launch
This month’s launches features fresh innovations from Nestlé, Carlsberg Britvic’s London Essence, and Urban Farm‑Produce – plus a collaboration between Peperami and Doritos.
Linda McCartney Foods launches vegan high-protein dippers for schools
Linda McCartney Foods has unveiled its new vegan Chicken Style Dippers in a bid to support inclusive school menus.
Borough Broth unveils ‘UPF-free’ range of frozen stock cubes
Borough Broth is launching a new range of ‘UPF-free’ frozen broth cubes, designed to be a ‘healthier alternative’ to traditional stock cubes.
Heineken launches Cruzcampo ‘Sevilla Orange’ on UK market ahead of summer
Brewing giant Heineken is set to launch a new variant of its Cruzcampo beer, expanding its British portfolio.
Bio&Me taps into pistachio craze with two new SKUs
Gut health food and drink brand Bio&Me is expanding its breakfast portfolio with the roll-out of two new pistachio-based launches.
Valentine Day launches and promotions: Baileys, Dr Pepper, and more
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Food Manufacture rounds-up some of the latest launches hitting shelves for the romantic season.
Fudge Kitchen competition results in new flavour launch
Fudge Kitchen hosted its annual New Year, New Flavour competition, with its teams across the country tasked with creating a new, limited-edition flavour.
PepsiCo ‘mashes up’ its brands in new Flavour Swap line
PepsiCo Foods is launching a limited-edition ‘flavour swap’ marketing campaign which sees a number of its iconic brands coming together.
Monster Energy adds new ‘Viking Berry’ flavour to its ‘Juiced’ line-up
Energy drink brand Monster is ‘juicing up’ its offering with the launch of its new ‘Viking Berry’ flavour
Gü expands its portfolio by tapping into pistachio’s surging popularity
British dessert brand Gü is expanding its product portfolio with the launch of its new Salted Pistachio Cheesecake.
New savoury high-protein snack bar hits stores
FRANK – a new savoury snacking brand – has secured its first UK retail listing with Whole Foods Market UK.
Ben & Jerry’s kicks off year with cookie dough ice cream sandwich
Ice cream brand Ben & Jerry’s has launched a new cookie dough ice cream sandwich onto the UK market.
Co-op unveils range of Ozempic-friendly ready meals for the new year
Supermarket chain Co-op has launched a new own-brand range of meals to complement weight loss medication as part of a new ‘Good Fuel’ health offer.
Richmond launches latest meat-free NPD just in time for Christmas
Richmond Sausages is set to expand its meat-free portfolio with the launch of a new sub-range, ‘Veggie Tasty’.
Welsh rugby legend expands Biltong brand with major supermarket launch
Sheriff’s Biltong, co-founded by Wales and British and Irish Lions rugby legend Ken Owens and West Wales food producer Ruth Davies, is championing local farming and food heritage.
Food Manufacture’s best NPDs of 2025
2025 has been a bumper year for wildly innovative, viral NPDs that have pushed boundaries harder than ever before.
Quorn reformulates fillets to remove all artificial ingredients
Quorn has removed all artificial ingredients from its fillets, with the new products now only containing three ingredients.
Lactalis launches spreadable truffle brie with aims to become festive fav
Président owner Lactalis UK & Ireland is hoping to capitalise on the increasing festive popularity of French soft cheeses to launch Président Spreadable Creamy Brie with Truffle.
Pilgrim’s Europe unveils 170+ festive products
Pilgrim’s Europe is gearing up for the festive season with the launch of more than 170 seasonal products, tapping into consumer demands for ‘picky teas.’
NPD: The Groovy Food Company launches first new products in four years
The Groovy Food Company has added three new products to its cooking and baking essentials range - Organic Matcha Agave, Organic Coconut Syrup, and Hot Honey.
Food made from urine to be trialled in space station
The European Space Agency (ESA) has signed a deal with Finnish start-up Solar Foods to launch a trial to see if astronauts can use a protein powder made from urine.
Renshaw Baking launches first in innovation pipeline
Renshaw Baking, the British Bakels-owned brand, has unveiled a raft of new products in the cake decorating category.
Grind moves into RTD alcoholic drinks market
Grind, the specialty coffee roaster, restaurant and coffee shop operator, has moved into the alcoholic ready-to-drink (RTD) market with the launch of its first cocktail in a can - the signature Grind Espresso Martini.
Disney collaborates with food and drink manufacturers for Lilo and Stitch
Disney is collaborating with food and drink manufacturers to launch a range of chilled meals and flavoured drinks for its well-known characters of Lilo and Stitch.
UK students honoured at Ecotrophelia Europe 2025 for ‘entrepreneurial spirit’
After winning the UK heat earlier this year, Oat n’ About received the Entrepreneurial Spirit Award at the international final of Ecotrophelia held at Anuga 2025.
Diwali inspired NPD
With Diwali just a few weeks away, several food manufacturers and brands have marked the occasion with new flavours and products.
Plenish expands range with ‘Ultra Ginger’ shot
Plant-based drinks brand Plenish has added to its functional shots range with the launch of an ‘Ultra Ginger’ shot.
Retro treat reimagined with Drumstick cheesecake launch
The English Cheesecake Company has partnered with Swizzels to launch a Squashies flavoured cheesecake, tapping into ‘new-nostalgia’ trend.
Finsbury Food Group and Swizzels launch two new cakes
Finsbury Food Group has partnered with sweets brand Swizzels to launch two new cake SKUs.
September 2025 NPD round-up
This month has seen a range of food and drink NPD - from RTD canned soup, to clean label porridge, to another Dubai chocolate inspired launch.
Halloween food and drink to watch out for
Check out some of the standout new product development and brand partnerships announced in advance of Halloween 2025.
Ginsters creates hybrid pastry for new toastie launch
The bakery business known for its Cornish pastries has unveiled a new savoury pastry innovation, designed to appeal to the busy consumer.
Pistachio Pots: New NPD from The Coconut Collab
The new flavour of ganache has been inspired by two hot UK hits – pistachio and Dubai chocolate.
Quaker Oats unveils clean label porridge
The PepsiCo owned brand is the latest to roll out a breakfast option made with simplified ingredients with its ‘Quaker Oats & Fruits & nothing else’.
THIS launches three new plant-based products
Plant-based food brand THIS has announced the launch of three new products.
Chilled, canned RTD soup arrives in UK
This is said to be the UK’s first chilled, ready-to-eat soup available in a 100% recyclable aluminium can.
Branston Beans launches new multipack SKU
Branston Beans has introduced a new multipack to its range of baked beans SKUs.
Jason’s Sourdough unveils more NPD
Jason’s Sourdough has launched the first unsliced version of one of its sourdough loaves.
Finsbury Food Group launches new Guinness Gift Cake
Finsbury Food Group has partnered with Diageo to launch a new Guinness Gift Cake.
August 2025 food and drink NPD round up
This August was a busy month for new product development (NPD) with food and drink manufacturers rolling out a wide variety of new SKUs.
Aldi targets Guinness sales with stout launch
Aldi is launching a private label stout SKU aimed at capitalising on the popularity of Guinness.
Kirker Greer Spirits unveils new range of Irish whiskeys
Kirker Greer Spirits has added to its range of Irish whiskeys with the launch of the Kirker Four Seasons Collection.
Pizza Express launching new ‘Specials’ range
Pizza Express is set to launch a new range of pizzas under the ‘Specials’ banner.
Grubby relaunches Allplants ready meals after purchasing intellectual property
Plant-based recipe kit firm Grubby is relaunching part of the Allplants frozen ready meal range later this month.
Flava People partner with HelloFresh to launch seasoning range
The Flava People has partnered with HelloFresh to launch a range of seasoning sachets to be used in home delivery recipes and boxes.