RTD Beverages Manufacturing Units – Setup & Consulting Services
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Tap Into the Rapidly Growing RTD Beverage Market
The Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverage segment is one of the fastest-growing categories in the food & beverage industry, driven by urban lifestyles, convenience-seeking consumers, and increasing demand for healthy, functional, and clean-label drinks.
From fruit juices and flavoured waters to herbal, functional, dairy, and nutraceutical beverages, RTDs offer significant opportunities for startups, MSMEs, and established brands—both in domestic and export markets.
At C2EX Consulting, we offer end-to-end consulting solutions to help you successfully set up and scale RTD beverage manufacturing units, right from concept and formulation to commercial production, compliance, and market launch.
Types of RTD Beverages We Support
Health & Functional RTD Drinks
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Nutraceutical & herbal formulations
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Vitamin- and mineral-fortified beverages
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Energy, hydration & protein drinks
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Immunity-boosting & wellness drinks
Juices & Fruit-Based Beverages
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100% fruit juices
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Fruit pulp & concentrate-based drinks
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Nectars, squashes & flavoured beverages
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Clean-label, low-sugar & no-added-sugar variants
Dairy & Plant-Based RTDs
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Flavoured milk & milk-based smoothies
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Yogurt & fermented dairy drinks
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Almond, soy, oat & plant-based beverages
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Lactose-free & functional dairy drinks
Tea, Coffee & Infusions
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Iced tea & green tea blends
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Cold-brew coffee & flavoured coffee drinks
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Herbal infusions & botanical beverages
Carbonated & Non-Carbonated Beverages
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Flavoured sparkling water
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Functional carbonated drinks
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Non-carbonated flavoured beverages
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Low-sugar & sugar-free variants
Our End-to-End Consulting Services for RTD Units
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Feasibility Study & Bankable DPR
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Market analysis & product positioning
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Capacity planning & technology selection
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CAPEX, OPEX & ROI assessment
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Bankable DPR for loans & funding
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Product Formulation & R&D
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Beverage formulation (taste, nutrition & stability)
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Clean-label & functional ingredient integration
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Sugar reduction & natural sweetening solutions
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Pilot trials & sensory optimisation
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Process Development & Technology Selection
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Process flow design (hot-fill, cold-fill, aseptic, retort)
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Shelf-life optimisation through process control
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Selection of suitable preservation technologies
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SOP development for commercial production
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Machinery & Plant Layout Design
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Filling & packaging line design
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PET, glass, can, Tetra Pak & pouch solutions
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Utilities planning (water, steam, CIP, refrigeration)
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Hygienic plant layout with future expansion scope
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Licensing, Certifications & Compliance
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FSSAI licensing & documentation
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ISO, HACCP & GMP compliance
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AYUSH compliance (for herbal beverages)
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Export certifications (USFDA, EU, Halal, Kosher)
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Shelf-life Improvement & Stability Testing
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Accelerated & real-time shelf-life studies
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Microbiological & nutritional testing
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Packaging compatibility studies
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Compliance-ready shelf-life reports
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Government Subsidy & Export Support
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Assistance under MOFPI, APEDA & State schemes
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Export readiness & buyer compliance guidance
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Packaging compatibility studies
Fuelling your business ambitions with our driving force
Why Choose C2EX Consulting for Product Enhancement?
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Access to Certified Labs across India
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Industry-Specific Testing for Food, Beverages & Nutraceuticals
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End-to-End Documentation Support
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Fast & Transparent Reporting
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Compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, ISO, and Export Standards
Client Success Story
A ready-to-drink beverage startup in Maharashtra needed nutritional label testing & stability analysis before entering retail stores.
C2EX Consulting supported them with:
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We facilitated sample testing in NABL-certified labs.
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Provided nutritional compliance reports for FSSAI approval.
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Conducted shelf-life testing to validate product expiry labelling.
Result: The startup successfully launched across modern retail chains in India within 6 months.
OUR SATISFIED CUSTOMERS
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
It ensures consumer safety, regulatory compliance, and accuratelabellingg, which are mandatory for approvals and market entry.
Testing timelines vary depending on parameters—basic nutritional testing may take 7–10 days, while stability & shelf-life testing may take 2–6 months.
Yes. We assist with USFDA, EU, Halal, and global market-compliant lab tests.
Absolutely. We support startups and SMEs with cost-effective testing solutions tailored to their stage of growth.
Yes. Our consultants not only provide the reports but also explain the results and recommend corrective actions if needed.
Get Your Products Tested with Confidence
With C2EX Consulting, your products don’t just meet standards—they set new benchmarks in quality & compliance.
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+91 87480 71103
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info@c2exconsulting.com
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C2Ex Consulting No. 39/3, 1st Floor, Richmond Town Richmond Road, Bengaluru – 560025