Kahlua has introduced a convenient, easy way to enjoy iced coffee—in a can. Kahlua® Iced Coffee, a refreshingly simple iced coffee that contains a delicioso taste of Kahlua, comes in a convenient to-go can. With its new iced coffee, the company’s sleek cans are perfect for any gathering or a quick coffee break, while maintaining […]
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7-Eleven Toasts 85 Years Of Convenience With Free Slurpee Drinks
Summer and 7-Eleven® stores’ frozen Slurpee® drinks is as all-American as, well, baseball and hot dogs…the Fourth of July and cookouts…amusement parks and big box-office movies. And free Slurpee drinks? That’s a tradition that Americans have come to love as well, 7-Eleven says. Once again, 7-Eleven is celebrating its birthday on 7-Eleven Day—today, July 11; […]
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Campbell Soup Co. to Acquire Bolthouse Farms
Campbell Soup Co. is set to acquire Bolthouse Farms for $1.55 billion in short- and long-term borrowings by Campbell. The company expects to finalize the acquisition by late summer. Campbell said in a press release that it remains on track to deliver results consistent with fiscal 2012 sales growth, up to 2 percent. Bolthouse markets […]
Posted in, Beverage News, New Products, Southwest
Celis Brand and Brewery Returning to Austin
After a long and tenacious pursuit of her famous family name, Christine Celis has successfully brought the Celis Beer brand back into the family fold. Christine, daughter of the world-renowned Belgian brewer, Pierre Celis, will be bringing Celis Beer and the brewery back to Austin, Texas. “It has been my personal dream and passion to […]
Posted in, Beverage News, West
Southern California McDonald’s Introduces New Flavors
Two new summer flavors are now available at Southern California McDonald’s® restaurants: the Spicy Chicken McBites and McCafe Chocolate Chip Frappe. Like January’s limited time Chicken McBites, the new Spicy Chicken McBites are crispy, poppable pieces of juicy white chicken breast, seasoned to create heat and flavor that builds with every bite. Spicy Chicken McBites […]
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Simpli OatShake Beverage Innovation Wins Third Award In Six Months
On a hot streak of awards for its innovative Simpli™ OatShake beverage, Simpli OatShake Coffee received the sofi™ Silver award for Outstanding Cold Beverage from the National Association for the Specialty Food Trade Inc. (NASFT). This marks the third award received by Simpli OatShake within the last six months, an unprecedented event for a newcomer […]
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Fair Oaks Farms Introduces Core Power High-Protein Milk Shake
Whether you have just wrapped up a high intensity kick boxing workout, a long run, a bike ride or just a relaxing walk after a full day, nothing supports rapid recovery better than the smooth, clean taste of all new Core Power. This high protein milk shake starts with fresh, natural, top quality real milk […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Marketing News, Southeast
Pepsi Bottling Seeks Incentives For Winston-Salem Expansion
Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking up to $1 million in incentives from the city of Winston-Salem, N.C., to help expand its sales and distribution operations, the Winston-Salem Journal reports. Local officials told the newspaper that if Winston-Salem is selected for the expansion, the company plans to invest close to $80 million in a move that […]
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Self Magazine Chooses Aldi’s Nature’s Nectar Juice
Aldi’s exclusive brand, Nature’s Nectar 100% Berry Burst Juice, won this year’s Self magazine Healthy Food Award under the drink category. Made from a blend of four fruit juices, the 100% Berry Burst Juice is one of 35 varieties including All Natural Lemonade and 100% Apple Juice in the Nature’s Nectar brand. “We are very […]
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Big Apple Forms Grocers Association
Attorneys Brad Gerstman and David Schwartz have announced the formation of NYAGS, the New York Association of Grocery Stores. “We have formed NYAGS, New York Association of Grocery Stores, in order to stop the assault against grocery stores as well as the foodservice industry all over New York by the mayor and other government officials,” […]
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Almond Dream Brand Of Non-Dairy Yogurt Adds Coconut Flavor To Lineup
Almond Dream™ non-dairy yogurt has added a coconut variety to its product selection. Luscious bits of coconut add tropical flavor to the creamy, rich almond yogurt. It is delicious on its own or with seasonal fresh fruit or granola. All natural and made from real almonds, it is high in calcium and a good source […]
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Citgo Introduces ‘Good Rewards’ Program For Visa Account Holders
Houston, Texas-based Citgo Petroleum is launching Citgo Good Rewards, a summer promotion that allows consumers to earn Citgo gift cards with eight minimum purchases of $20 or more made with a Visa card enrolled in the program. Running through Sept. 20 in all Citgo markets, the program is designed to give customers even more reasons […]
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Coke Among Most Valuable Brands
Atlanta remains home to three of the world’s most valuable brands, including Coke—and those brands’ values are still growing. According to a study by annual BrandZ study by market researcher Millward Brown, The Coca-Cola Co., UPS and The Home Depot are among the 100 most valuable brands on earth. The Atlanta Business Journal reports that […]
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U.S. Bottled Water Consumption Increases 4.1 Percent
The International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), in conjunction with Beverage Marketing Corporation (BMC), has released 2011 bottled water statistics, compiled by BMC, a research, consulting and financial services firm dedicated to the global beverage industry. The new BMC data shows the overall consumption of bottled water has increased by 4.1 percent, building on 2010’s solid […]
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Court Affirms POM’s Right To Inform Consumers Of Products’ Health Benefits
In a 335-page ruling, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) administrative law judge has upheld POM Wonderful’s right to share valuable, scientifically validated information about the health benefits of its safe food with consumers. Since 1996, POM has been committed to studying the health benefits of the pomegranate, investing more than $35 million to support scientific […]
Posted in, Beverage News, West
FreshWorks Pledges $125M Loan Fund To Bring Fresh Food To Neighborhoods
The California FreshWorks Fund has announced that a coalition of grocers, banks and other entities are collaborating on a $125 million loan pool effort to get more fresh food made available in low-income neighborhoods. The Sacramento Business Journal reports that the fund will offer grocers access to alternative financing options as well as incentives to […]
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Nutrisystem Expands Into Retail With New Product Line At Kroger
Nutrisystem Inc., a leading provider of weight management products and services, has announced the May introduction of the Nutrisystem® Everyday(TM) product line at Kroger, the nation’s largest traditional grocery retailer. Nutrisystem Everyday products provide real balanced nutrition and are available in bars, smoothies, bakery and breakfast items. Each product is nutritionally balanced delivering low fat […]
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V8 Debuts Its Take On Sparkling Juice
Campbell Soup Co. continues to transform the juice aisle with new V8 V-Fusion® Sparkling juice drinks, the only carbonated juices that provide light, fruity refreshment plus the benefits of fruits and vegetables. Carbonated beverages remain the most popular drink in the U.S., and the sparkling juice category has doubled in the past year to $20 […]
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POM Wonderful Rolls Out New, Smaller Bottle
POM Wonderful, the world’s leading pomegranate grower and trusted juice brand, will now offer its 100 percent Pomegranate Juice in a conveniently sized 8-oz. bottle, which will be available in the produce section of grocery stores nationwide. The portable 8-oz. bottle is ideal for any lifestyle, offering a single serving of 100 percent pomegranate juice […]
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Budweiser Bottle Gets Red, White And Blue Makeover For Summer
For the first time in many years, the iconic Budweiser bottle will see a major makeover—special red, white and blue packaging for a limited window this summer. The new design comes in advance of a summer initiative in which the brand will contribute a portion of all sales from May 20-July 7 to help raise […]