World Beverage Innovation Awards 2024: Shortlisted companies
More than 60 companies, spanning 21 categories, have secured their place on this shortlist. Each shortlisted entry encapsulates the remarkable diversity and ingenuity that defines the industry. With groundbreaking innovations and solutions, every participant has proved to be a fierce competitor worthy of their success.
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START
Complete the Enter Now form. Here you submit basic contact information. On completion, you will receive a detailed email with links to come back to the following steps.
Eligibility
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All products entered must have been launched/created/rebranded within the last 3 years.
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Products that are not yet in the market can still be entered as long as they are in their prototype/packaging stage by the closing date of this scheme.
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Products can be entered into multiple categories.
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Please read the category descriptions if you are unsure if your product fits into your chosen category.
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PAYMENT
Once completed you will be redirected to our payment portal. If you are unable to pay via card, you can complete our 'Enter by invoice' form. (please note this can take up to 1-2 days).
Each standard entry costs £250 (+VAT). One entry is valid for one submission. One product can be entered into multiple categories.
1 product entered into 3 categories = 3 entries
3 products entered into 1 category = 3 entries
2 products entered into 2 categories = 4 entries
We offer special discounts and offers for multiple product entries as well as product flavours and editions, each charged as separate entries.
There is also a reduced rate of 40% (+VAT) for small businesses. Please contact awards@foodbev.com for more information.
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SUBMISSION
After payment, you will be redirected to our online entry submission form. At this step, you can select categories and submit your entries.
All entries are judged on the information you provide, no product samples are required for this award scheme. To ensure consistency and validity we ask that you provide:
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a 400-word maximum description of your product/entry
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a company logo
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maximum of 3 high-resolution images
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(Optional) Supporting Documents. This can be in the form of a video link or a link to studies and supporting documents, please provide links to documents in your 400-word description.
TIP Please communicate clearly how your product is genuinely innovative, introduces new concepts, offers added value, and has a market impact.04
RESULTS & Ceremony
After all entries have been submitted our judges will start submitting their results. Once completed we will announce a public shortlist before announcing the final results at the winners ceremony.
Awards ceremony - 16th September 2025
During the winner's ceremony, we will announce the final placement of each entry for each category: Winner, Finalist, Commended
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MARCH
Entry Opens
Entries are open to all until the final deadline on August 8th.
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JUNE
Early Bird Discount Deadline
Special early bird discount ends. Entry continues at the standard entry price beyond this date.
20% off entry fee using code BEVERAGE2025 until June 6th.
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AUGUST
Submissions Close
Last chance to enter submissions.
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SEPTEMBER
Shortlist Published
Entries are closed and the private judging starts. We extimate the shortlist will be published 4th September.
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Winners Ceremony
Entrants receive results and are posted publicly via our news channels. The in person winners' ceremony will be hosted at drinktec in Germany.
Winning Innovations magazine
Read our 2025 Winning Innovation magazine, a complete collection of all the winers from our 2024 award schemes.
Finalist or commended...
As a second-place finalist or third-place commended entry you receive the following:
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Your entry showcased in our winners's ceremony presentation, in front of industry-leading experts and influencers.
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Your success will also be promoted as a dedicated top story on FoodBev.com reaching 1000's of monthly visitors.
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Finalist/ commended logo and media pack to assist in showcasing your status on your social media, website, email, packaging, and print materials.
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An announcement of your business on social media to FoodBev’s 70,000+ followers.
As a winner...
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Winner’s category trophy
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Winner’s logo and media pack to assist in showcasing your win on your social media, website, email, packaging, and print materials.
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FoodBev Awards promotional winner bunting for use at events, office or store.
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Photographed at the ceremony showcasing your win, and have images shared via our social media channels and website.
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Your success will also be promoted as a dedicated top story on FoodBev.com reaching 1000's of monthly visitors.
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A chance to be interviewed at winner's ceremony showcasing your win, video shared via our social media channels and website.
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Your winning entry published in our winner's article feature in our FoodBev magazine distributed to readers globally.
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Important Information
2025 Categories
Best Product
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Alcohol beverage
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Beverage concept
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Beverage system
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Dairy beverage
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NEW Dilutable product
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Energy beverage
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Functional beverage
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Low/no alcohol beverage
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Natural/ organic beverage
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Plant-based beverage
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Premium beverage
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Ready-to-drink beverage
Best Packaging
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Glass design
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Metal design
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Packaging design
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NEW Sustainable packaging
Best Innovation
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NEW Components/equipment innovation
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NEW Filling/packing innovation
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Health/wellness innovation
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Ingredient innovation
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Packaging/labelling innovation
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NEW Processing/production innovation
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Technology innovation
Best Business
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CSR/sustainability initiative
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NEW Logistics/supply chain solution
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Marketing campaign
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New/start-up business
The World Beverage Innovation Awards have returned for their 22nd year, showcasing groundbreaking developments across the sector. From pioneering production technology to revolutionary sustainable packaging, the awards spotlight the companies and individuals who are redefining the way we drink.
From sustainable packaging solutions to wellness-focused drinks, the awards provide a glimpse into the future of beverages in over 20 categories, where innovation meets recognition, and where taste and responsibility go hand in hand.
As the most established scheme in the industry, these awards are a fantastic way for you to enhance the promotion of your brand. By entering the World Beverage Innovation Awards, you can ensure your brand and products are recognised on a global scale, by the leaders in the industry.
Entry deadline - 8th August 2025
World Beverage Innovation Awards 2023: Winners!
Find out who our judges selected as this year's winners, finalists and commended entries. Watch the full winners ceremony live stream on our social media.
World Beverage Innovation Awards 2024: Shortlist!
More than 60 companies, spanning 21 categories, have secured their place on this shortlist. Each shortlisted entry encapsulates the remarkable diversity and ingenuity that defines the industry. With groundbreaking innovations and solutions, every participant has proved to be a fierce competitor worthy of their success.
Winning Innovations
2024 winners
Photo gallery
2025 entry now open!
Enty closes 8th August 2025
2025 Sponsors
Our sponsors enable us to host exclusive awards ceremonies that offer a memorable and personal experience. We would like to say a huge thank you to all of our partners for their continued support.
Category Sponsor
Best Beverage Concept category sponsor
Sidel is a leading global provider of equipment and packaging solutions for beverage, food, home and personal care products in PET, can, glass and other materials. With over 170 years of experience, Sidel has 40,000 machines installed in more than 190 countries and 5,000+ employees worldwide who are passionate about providing equipment and service solutions. Sidel, one of three industry groups of Tetra Laval, is a leading provider of equipment and services solutions for packaging beverage, food, home, and personal care products.
Entry Open!
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Add as many entries as you wish, you can select your categories after payment.
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If you wish to use a discount or deal code, add this to the payment page.
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After purchase, you will receive an invoice email & redirected to enter your entry bio, images and logos (failure to provide these may lead to disqualification).
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Please reach out to us for any questions or concerns
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