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We're pleased to announce our Sustainability Report 2023: https://lnkd.in/eUpuW_qC This report marks the first time we are reporting against the targets set out in Sustainable Future 2030, our sustainability strategy which launched in January 2023.  Across three pillars of Climate Net Zero, Sustainable Supply, and Our People, we share our progress in each of these areas and reflect on the positive action we are taking for the beverages of tomorrow. 🍃 The report also includes some of our favourite projects led by Finlays team members across the world. Dive into the full report here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUpuW_qC A big thank you to our Sustainability team of Joseph Yalley-Ogunro, Suzannah Gore and Amélie REY-GIRAUD for their leadership on this critical area, and to all our colleagues and partners around the world who helped us deliver progress in 2023. #ThisIsFinlays #Sustainability #BeverageSolutions

Ready to take your hot tea offer to the next level? ☕ We’ve traced the evolution of the humble cup of tea to highlight the unique opportunities within this category. Over the past two decades, a number of health-related claims have risen to prominence, shaping the way brands develop and communicate their tea offer. In 1999, each hot tea & infusion launched carried an average 0.2 number of health claims, by 2022 this has increased to 0.45 claims per product – demonstrating the importance of the health and wellbeing trend in the category. ‘Organic’ claims in hot tea have been consistently favoured, highlighting the power of organic tea with consumers. In comparison, teas which are ‘functional’ have seen greater movement, rising/falling in response to changing consumer demands across the last three decades. For example, teas with a ‘functional stress and sleep’ claim have seen significant growth, particularly in the last few years, accelerated by the global pandemic as consumers sought products to help them relax. Discover the key shifts in these trends below ⬇️ #ThisIsFinlays #Tea #BeverageSolutions

As a new season arrives, you may be considering expanding your beverage offer. Whether it’s delighting customers with fresh flavours or starting conversations with buzz-worthy blends, what will you be focusing on? Vote or share your thoughts below.

Keen to understand the key trends, challenges and opportunities shaping our industry? 1750, our annual thought leadership magazine, is packed with expert beverage insight and analysis. With a new edition arriving soon, swipe to discover five key articles featured in the latest issue. Explore 1750 in full here: https://lnkd.in/eaHA-zbk #ThisIsFinlays #Beverages #BeverageIndustry #BeverageTrends #Finlays1750

Last month, the Finlays team had the privilege to taste exclusive F1 Hybrid Trials from World Coffee Research. Created by crossing two different parent varieties, the F1 Hybrid represents vital research that is helping to safeguard the future of the coffee industry. Reactions to the tasting session were overwhelmingly positive, with responses including: “Excellent choice with oat milk. Smooth, clean tasting. Perfect on a sunny afternoon!” “The naturals had a lovely fruity, smooth, easy-going taste. They were all great coffees.” For an in-depth analysis on the F1 Hybrid Trials, check out this dedicated article from Finlay’s Global Head of Coffee, Tom Blackwall: https://lnkd.in/eaw-x_Sr #ThisIsFinlays #Sustainability #Coffee #BeverageSolutions

Our People, one of the three core pillars in our Sustainable Future 2030 strategy, is about delivering on our ambition to be a business where people are valued and treated fairly, encouraging growth and development ➡️ https://lnkd.in/exNVmGEX One of our key areas of focus is remaining committed to supporting and progressing representation of women at all levels of management. This is reflected by our core pillar objective, where we are working towards women occupying 39% of our management roles by 2027. With a number of initiatives implemented globally, swipe to reveal the progress being made on a regional level. For more expert analysis, explore our 2023 Sustainability Report here: https://lnkd.in/eqVeqKVw #ThisIsFinlays #Sustainability #BeverageSolutions

Can AI help predict the beverages of the future? 🤖 With a distinct uplift in beverage launches, innovation is top priority for businesses looking to stand out in a competitive marketplace. Watch Finlays’ Director of Strategy & Insights, Sian Edwards, reflect on this trend as she reveals how Finlays is using Mintel’s FlavorScape AI to predict flavour trends of the future. For more expert insights from Sian, read the full 1750 article here: https://lnkd.in/e9JTDAqS #ThisIsFinlays #Beverages #BeverageIndustry #BeverageTrends #Finlays1750

Find out how we’re acting today for the beverages of tomorrow in our 2023 Sustainability Report: https://lnkd.in/eqVeqKVw Our Sustainable Future 2030 strategy can only be achieved in partnership with colleagues, communities, customers, partners, suppliers, and the world at large. As we set our sights on 2030, we ask you to join us in delivering a Sustainable Future. 🌎 #ThisIsFinlays #Sustainability #BeverageSolutions

What does the future of coffee taste like? Earlier this month we were honoured to sample three hybrid coffees from World Coffee Research’s F1 Hybrid Trials program. World Coffee Research created these coffees by crossing two different parent varieties, giving them a higher genetic potential, which makes them more likely to be adaptable across a wide range of environments. Scientific research such as this is imperative to the long-term future of the coffee industry which is facing huge challenges such as climate change, price volatility and decreasing land available for coffee cultivation. That’s why we need to create new varietals that are resistant to changes in climate, that yield more, that are better quality. This will help farmers create profitable businesses, supporting the long-term sustainability of coffee production. Fresh from the tasting session, Finlays’ Global Head of Coffee, Tom Blackwall, unpacks the importance of these trials in supporting the long-term sustainability of the coffee industry. Watch below for an overview and read the full article from Tom here: https://lnkd.in/eaw-x_Sr You can also find out more about the latest on the F1 Hybrids trial here https://lnkd.in/gcwcdyRS #ThisIsFinlays #Sustainability #Coffee #BeverageSolutions

As the summer months continue, many consumers are seeking out chilled tea or coffee beverages. Which drink is lighting up your portfolio? Vote or comment below. 👇