Retail Alcohol Buzz: Aldi’s summer 2026 spritz lineup is going viral, with Belletti Hugo and Peach Spritz (6.9% ABV) priced at £3.99 per bottle and £1.29 for 250ml cans, selling out in some stores. Labor & Distribution: In Omaha, a bar has stopped carrying major beers and ciders to back union workers on strike at beverage distributor Premier-Midwest after a Glazer’s Beer & Beverage buyout and contract demands. Food Processing Transparency: A North Carolina county hearing on incentives for a food processing project (“Project Pressure”) drew backlash over insufficient details, with residents pushing for broader bidding options. Corporate Moves in Dairy/Drinks: Danone is expanding in Australia by acquiring Made Group (Cocobella, Rokeby, Nutrient Water, Impressed) and also taking full control of its fresh dairy JV with Saputo. Packaging Industry: CCL Industries has closed its Sleever International acquisition, rebranding Sleever’s label/film units as CCL Label and Innovia Films. Public Health: A major Nature Health analysis links alcohol to increased risk across 20 health outcomes, with cancer risk rising even below one drink per day. Food & Beverage Infrastructure: NAMAA says it has built 150 Middle East food facilities since 2019 and is positioning for long-term growth in kitchens and processing.