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Inside can maker Recorp's $100m plant
Manakau-based aluminium can maker Recorp was founded by ex-Air NZ boss Rob Fyfe and backed by several wealthy Kiwis. Video / Dean Purcell

What happens to your body when you take a sip of caffeine?
An expert explains the biological changes that begin with that morning tea or coffee.

Marvel star Simu Liu questions boba tea company about 'cultural appropriation'
The Dragon's Den episode triggered a wave of criticism on social media.

Is green tea really ‘nature’s Ozempic’?
New York Times: What experts said about the beverage’s link to weight loss.

Cocktails on tap? Yes, you read that right
They've been friends for 20 years. Their shared passion shows no signs of slowing down.

Can cranberry juice really help with UTIs?
A study found that it can also reduce antibiotic reliance.

Aussie consortium to buy Pernod's NZ, Australian, Spanish wine businesses
A consortium plans has eyed up Pernod Ricard's Aussie, NZ and Spanish wine businesses.

Beverage start-up Ārepa seeks new approvals for ‘brain drink’ claims
The berry juice ran into trouble with NZ Food Safety last year.

Eight surprising health benefits of black coffee
Your daily caffeine hit is more powerful than you realise.

Sucker punch: How to nail the perfect punch bowl
A communal bowl of libation just makes sense for a party - here's how to do it with style.

Four sensational cocktails for the party season
Amanda Schuster's signature drinks are a fine choice for the festive season.

Is decaf coffee really caffeine-free?
Here's everything you need to know about decaf coffee.

Brain drink or fancy juice? Start-up strives to prove health claims
Ambitious beverage startup faces criticism and regulatory turbulence.

Artificial sweeteners: The health controversy that will not go away
Financial Times: Question marks over safety have dogged artificial sweeteners since 1886.

Kiwi 'brain food' drink Ārepa gets another nod in new study
Kiwi startup with Steven Adams on board scores win in nutrition study.

Green with envy: Energy drink V wins Mother of trademark battles
Paper file which could have settled trademark row "no longer exists".

Coca-Cola and Pepsi supplies threatened by Sudan war
Experts fear stockpiles could run out within five to six months.

Berry big deal: Steven Adams takes stake in Kiwi brain drink company
Curiosity got the Grizzly: Steven Adams takes a stake in Kiwi brain drink company.