Beverages Proliferate, Processing Challenges Grow

While there may be a small backlash against bottled water, driven in part by concern over disposal of the plastic bottles, there also appears to be a proliferation of new flavors and types of beverages. Many of these require unconventional processing and packaging. This month’s column will take a look at selected beverage categories and some of the processing challenges associated with them.

• Tea. Ready-to-drink tea is offered in cans and bottles and presents a processing challenge. Many varieti…