Goya has released a new flavor of ginger beer — Goya Jamaican Style Ginger Beer. The refreshing beverage delivers a unique ginger kick and is perfect for enjoying with family and friends on any occasion. The beverage can be used on its own or in a variety of cocktails. The non-alcoholic drink comes in a […]
New Products
Plant-Based Onigiri
Konscious has announced the addition of Onigiri to its product line, which is a popular Japanese snack consisting of tender rice wrapped around savory plant and veggie fillings. The food comes in four varieties, including Kale Gomae, Japanese Vegetable Curry, Roasted Corn + Poblano and Korean BBQ Mushroom. The frozen, plant-based product is Non-GMO Project […]
New FMB Can Design, Strawberry Lemonade Flavor
Island Brands USA is expanding distribution of its new-look CRUSH flavored malt beverage line into Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee, where it’s also launching a new flavor option: CRUSH Strawberry Lemonade. It joins CRUSH Tropical Punch and CRUSH Lime Margarita, all of which clock in at 10% alcohol-by-volume and are available year-round in […]
Reese’s Frozen Dessert Bar
Reese’s released a new lineup of frozen treats that are currently available nationwide. One of these new treats is Reese’s Peanut Butter Frozen Dairy Dessert Bar. This is a peanut butter frozen dairy dessert blended with Reese’s peanut butter sauce and covered in a milk chocolate coating and cake crumbs. The Reese’s Peanut Butter Frozen […]
March Candy & Beverage Taste Test
Erin Del Conte, executive editor of CStore Decisions, reviews Hi-Chew bites, two new vitaminwater flavors and Monster Energy Ultra Strawberry Dreams.
Springtime Snacks and Beverage Review
Associate Editor of CStore Decisions Emmy Boes tries King Size Chex Mix Bars in the Peanut Butter Chocolate flavor, HARD MTN DEW Zero Sugar and Cinnabon Jumbo Snax.
KOA Pets Launches First Line of CBD Products
KOA Pets announced the launch of its first collection. Comprised of clean, organic and safe CBD products, the brand is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of pets. The health and happiness of animals is the core of KOA Pets’ mission and purpose. CBD is a natural, non-psychoactive compound found in hemp plants that…
Nacho Cheese-Flavored Snack
Takis announced the introduction of Takis Intense Nacho, the brand’s first non-spicy salty snack offering, alongside a partnership with Grammy-nominated, world-renowned artist Steve Aoki. The new flavor captures the classic intensity of Takis without the spice. The snack comes in several forms, including Takis Pop!, Takis Rolled Chips and Takis Waves varieties. Takis Intense Nacho […]
Antioxidant-Boosted Alkaline Water
The Coca-Cola Co. has announced new innovations in the beverage category, including the addition of smartwater alkaline with antioxidant. This water adds an antioxidant boost of +9.5PH per bottle, making the smartwater variety a healthy option for consumers looking for beverages with added antioxidants. The new bottle still features the brand’s signature design, but with […]
Non-Tobacco Cigarettes
Wild Brands LLC launched STEP cigarettes — a novel non-tobacco cigarette incorporating a layered tobacco-style flavor system, available in Full Flavor and Green (Menthol) variants. These cigarettes are an alternative to traditional cigarettes in the U.S. market. STEP offers trade partners a low-price, high-margin cigarette, free of Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) payments and excise taxes. […]
Everything-Toasted Crackers
RITZ Crackers just revealed a new flavor joining the current lineup of Toasted Chips flavors — RITZ Everything Toasted Chips. Available for purchase at retailers nationwide for a suggested retail price of $3.95, RITZ Everything Toasted Chips is joining Sour Cream & Onion, Cheddar, Ranch and more. These never-fried, toasted chips offer the same buttery […]