Reed’s Inc., maker of handcrafted, all-natural beverages, launched its first-ever resealable format in the company’s 30+ year history this past Spring. Now available in proprietary 20-ounce resealable bottles, beverages from Reed’s, and Virgil’s, the company’s line of handcrafted, all-natural sodas, bring healthier alternatives to consumers’ on-the-go. Reed’s REAL Ginger Ale Original is crafted with real […]
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Top Three Ice Cream Trends to Watch
July may be National Ice Cream Month, but it’s safe to say Americans eat ice cream year-round — about 23 pounds of it on average, according to USDA data. CStore Decisions took a look at three of biggest trends in the category right now and showcased a few products that are doing them well.
Non-Chocolate Candy Roundup
Today I’m taste testing some non-chocolate candy products from The Hershey Co., American Licorice Co. and Hilco USA. On today’s tasting menu is a combination of sour candy, gummie candy, licorice and cotton candy. What kind of non-chocolate candy do I like best? And which sour variety is my favorite? Watch the video to find […]
Summer Fun With KOOL-AID Brand Candy
KOOL-AID brand Cotton Candy in popular Tropical Punch and Cherry KOOL-AID flavors. Available in 1.5-ounce peg bags (SRP $1.49-$1.99) and 4-ounce tubs (SRP $3.99-$4.99), and ship in three, 12-count displays per case. Other KOOL-AID brand candies include Poppin Candy 3-pack and 40-count peg bags, Sour Gummies 55-count 9.7-ounce and 0.4-ounce peg bags, Gummies 0.4-ounce peg […]
Hershey Innovating in Flavor, Mashups, Better-for-You
Reese’s Ultimate Peanut Butter Lovers Cups are stuffed with the same beloved, Reese’s peanut butter inside and, instead of chocolate, a 100% peanut butter candy-flavored shell on the outside. Available in standard (1.4 ounce, SRP $1.09), king size (2.8 ounce, SRP $1.79) and miniatures (9.3 ounce, SRP $4.09). Reese’s Mallow-Top Peanut Butter Cups are half […]
Heineken Minis Help Customers Celebrate Summer
Heineken is putting new focus behind its Heineken Minis — available in seven-ounce bottles and 8.5-ounce cans and in 24 states. The brand will look to expand the sessionable sizes to additional markets later this year. Both options contain less than 100 calories per bottle/can. HEINEKEN USA HEINEKENUSA.com
McCain’s Golden Crisp Mac & Cheese Wedges Are an Innovative Twist on a Classic Comfort Food
McCain’s Golden Crisp Mac & Cheese Wedges give operators the opportunity to offer up comfort, indulgence and convenience to their customers. These wedges are stuffed with creamy mac and cheese and can be fried or baked until golden brown — a fun twist on a kid’s favorite. Made to travel, these wedges can be enjoyed […]
Coca-Cola Introduces Summer Packaging
Coca-Cola 20-ounce bottles are featuring summer poems on their labeling. The new packaging hit store shelves on May 17. Each bottle includes a poem and the words “Open for Summer,” because, when you open an ice-cold Coke, you open summertime feels. With 24 poems in total, the bottles inspire unique summer moments from backyard barbecues […]
Peach Iced Tea Joins Swoon Lineup
Peach Iced Tea is the latest flavor to join the Swoon beverage line! Swoon is low-glycemic, but full of flavor, with only five calories and zero sugar. The beverage sits between a seltzer and a fruit juice. Choose from four great flavors: Lemonade, Pink Lemonade, Half + Half (lemonade and iced tea) and the […]
El Monterey Empanadas are a Great Addition to Any Hot Foods Program
El Monterey Empanadas have a light and flaky crust filled with real ingredients like deliciously seasoned beef, chicken, eggs and cheese. Simply bake or fry, place in serving sleeves and merchandise in a hot case for up to four hours. Consumers love the taste and portability. These handmade empanadas are a great way to increase […]
Celebrate Summer With BON V!V Raspberry Dragonfruit Spiked Seltzer
Anheuser-Busch has introduced BON V!V Raspberry Dragonfruit, a celebration of the bold and unexpected featuring a perfect balance of ripe raspberry flavor with the delicate notes of dragonfruit. Created in partnership with BON V!V and the brand’s Creative Advisor, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, the new Raspberry Dragonfruit seltzer is a premium and unique flavor combination just […]