Global Soft Drink and Bottled Water Manufacturing

The IBISWorld Global Soft Drink and Bottled Water Manufacturing industry report comprises establishments that produce bottled, tinned and canned beverages for human consumption. Companies acquire ingredients such as liquid beverage bases, syrups, sweeteners and other ingredients like caffeine, preservatives, potassium and sodium from various manufacturers and blend these ingredients into soft drink beverages. Bottled water manufacturers bottle (in glass or plastic) water acquired from natural springs and other sources, including public water sources. Finished soft drinks and bottled waters are sold to grocery product wholesalers, retailers and export markets. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) manufacturing carbonated soft drinks; (2) purifying and bottling water; and (3) manufacturing 'functional' beverages, like energy and sports drinks.