A combination of increased consumer interest in health and wellness and boost in flavor innovation and product development have elevated flavored still and sparkling waters as a mainstream alternative to sugary carbonated soft drinks and other unhealthy beverages.
While summertime usually invokes thoughts of backyard barbecues, beach parties, sporting events and other gatherings focused on the consumption of alcoholic beverages—2022 is shaping up to be different than previous years.
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