UK Soft Drinks Conference 2027
11
May
11 May 2027
London, UK
The UK Soft Drinks Conference is the industry’s leading annual event, bringing together more than 300 senior professionals for a day of insight, innovation, and networking. Now in its 27th year, the Congress features expert conference sessions, the Innovator Marketplace, valuable networking opportunities, and the prestigious UK Soft Drinks Awards.
FoodBev Events is passionate about bringing people together to celebrate and innovate in the food and beverage sector. With an exciting lineup of upcoming events, browse our events and discover how you can engage with peers and elevate your business in this thriving industry.
Event Programme
At FoodBev Events, we pride ourselves on our carefully curated event program designed to showcase the best of the industry. Our extensive range of topics and sessions promises to optimize every participant's experience, delivering valuable insights to help you stay ahead in this dynamic sector. From networking opportunities to engaging workshops, you won’t want to miss a moment of the exceptional programming we have prepared. Read more here to discover the highlights awaiting you at our next event!
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About this event
Speakers
FoodBev Events is excited to connect you with an amazing array of speakers for this year's gathering. Each of our speakers brings a wealth of knowledge and unique perspectives, offering valuable insights that will enrich your experience at the event. Join us to learn from their journeys, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover innovative trends that can take your business to the next level. Click below to read more about each of our speakers.
Attendees
Every year, the UK Soft Drinks Conference brings together an influential audience of industry leaders, innovators, suppliers, and retailers from across the sector for a day of high-level networking and expert-led insights.
In 2026, the conference welcomed over 300 senior professionals, making it the largest UK soft drinks event in history and reinforcing its position as the must-attend gathering for the industry.
Innovator Marketplace
The Innovator Marketplace is your opportunity to display and promote your products to all conference attendees and gain valuable first-hand feedback from industry experts and your peers. This opportunity is completely free of charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis to all event attendees.
Reasons to sign up:
- Enhance brand visibility: Gain valuable, high-quality industry exposure by putting your product in the hands of gatekeepers, investors, retailers, buyers and consultants.
- Priceless feedback: Gain valuable feedback on all aspects of your product, including taste, feel and design. Take the opportunity to chat with other industry members about your broader marketing and business approach. Use constructive criticism to your advantage and come away with key ideas and opportunities to help move your product forward.
- Get people talking: Product sampling creates the opportunity for great conversation. Watch and listen as attendees react to and talk about your product. Take notes and see how competitor products are also received.
Testimonials
"Well-organized, timely, and led by excellent moderators — we gained valuable insight into the industry's current challenges. A truly worthwhile event!" Camille Hanna, Skytree
"A key annual event to learn and discuss the issues & opportunities in the Soft Drinks category."Paul Graham, Britvic
"An excellent event for anyone in the soft drinks industry who wants to gain up-to-date, valuable information from experts and leaders." Pip Brook, FHIRST
"Cutting-edge content, easily digestible, and high-level attendees providing meaningful networking." Kenny Goodman, HIP POP
"The conference brings together market leaders and emerging innovators, offering a thorough overview of the category's future." Gareth Jones, Icelandic Glacial Water
"A great opportunity to understand the challenges and opportunities for both established and entrepreneurial brands." Robin Shuker, Field Agent
"A great cross-section of speakers from emerging brands, challengers, and categories. A chance to meet new delegates and try new products." Andrew Eyles, Bluemarlin
"Well-organized, excellent content, high-value attendees, & a unique networking opportunity." Murray Diplock, Foundry Farm
"I was tempted along to the conference via the awards, and wasn't disappointed. I had the whole Morrisons buying team on my table! I particularly enjoyed the talks from on sustainability initiatives, and I liked the interactive polling and questions for the panel. Super." Will Englander, The Root Co
UK Soft Drinks Awards 2027
FoodBev Awards is proud to host the UK Soft Drinks Awards, recognising the highest standards in taste within the UK soft drinks sector.
To keep informed of the latest award updates, please visit the FoodBev Awards website or contact awards@foodbev.com.
Location
The UK Soft Drinks Conference 2027 will take place at the prestigious De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, one of London’s leading conference and event venues.
The event will be hosted in the Grand Hall, with the adjacent Balmoral Suite providing an ideal space for networking and connecting with fellow attendees.
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Sponsorship
Our event and awards sponsorship packages offer a unique and effective opportunity to showcase your brand and services to a highly relevant audience.
You can choose from our Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship packages, or we can create a custom sponsorship package to suit your specific needs and budgetary requirements.
