GNT will demonstrate the versatility of its plant-based EXBERRY^® colors with a range of eye-catching beverages at Drinktec 2025 (September 15-19, Munich, Germany). 

EXBERRY^® colors are made from non-GMO fruits, vegetables, and plants. They can be used to achieve a complete spectrum of vibrant shades in food and drink while meeting consumer preferences for natural ingredient lists. 

At Drinktec, GNT (Hall C3, Stand C3-522) will present concepts such as energy drinks, beer-based beverages, and ciders in a variety of shades including refreshing blues, sunny oranges, and rich browns. 

GNT has developed a patented Blue for Beverages technology that enables manufacturers to replace the synthetic dye Brilliant Blue FCF (E133). The solution makes it possible to use spirulina to achieve vibrant blue shades in applications including sports and energy drinks, carbonated soft drinks, juice drinks, enhanced waters, and alcoholic beverages below 20% ABV. 

EXBERRY^® Shade Autumn Brown and EXBERRY^® Shade Golden Brown, meanwhile, are concentrates made from caramelized sugar syrup that offer a clean-label alternative to caramel colors (E150). They are both stable in acidic beverages with pH levels below 3.0, with no formation of sediment or turbidity. They can be used to deliver clear reddish-brown and caramel-brown hues in applications such as natural colas, energy drinks, and iced lattes. 

Sarah Ringkamp, Key Account Manager at GNT Group, said, “Color plays a huge role in boosting beverages’ appeal and setting flavor expectations. At the same time, natural ingredient declarations are more important than ever. Our plant-based, sustainable EXBERRY^® colors are the ideal solution. Our experts will be available throughout the show to provide advice on how our innovative solutions can be used to achieve vibrant, stable shades across different applications.”