by consumer preference. In contrast, carbonated beverage sales have remained static or even in decline. With more discerning and informed consumers, the interest has been in ready to drink (RTD) beverages and
beverages exhibiting certain health beneficial properties such as antioxidant activity. This Symposium Series book describes various aspects of recent research and developments related to non-carbonated beverages. These include the volatile and non-volatile composition of teas, coffees, fruit juices, flavored waters, energy drinks and alcoholic beverages. In several chapters, the emphasis is on topical non-volatiles such as polyphenol antioxidants. The introduction
describes trends in consumption of certain non-carbonated beverages. Increased consumption of these beverages is a trend that is likely to continue for the foreseeable future.
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