Innovations focus on functional ingredients and sustainability.
Mud/Wtr is a manufacturer of coffee alternatives. Following the launch of a caffeinated variety, the company has introduced a caffeine-free blend formulated with rooibos masala chai, turmeric, cinnamon, turkey tail, reishi, passionflower, valerian root, ashwagandha and chamomile. The promotes relaxation and calmness, according to the company.
Halfday Tonics are ready-to-drink canned teas formulated to help consumers meet their daily requirement of fiber. The beverage contains green or black tea extract, Jerusalem artichoke inulin, agave inulin, apple juice concentrate and lemon juice concentrate, plus stevia leaf extract. Varieties include peach green tea, lemon black tea and green tea with honey and ginseng. A serving of Halfday tea contains 8 grams of fiber and 3 to 4 grams of sugar, according to the company.
Saint James Tea’s point of differentiation is to be a healthy beverage that boasts a minimal environmental impact, according to the company. The company features a variety of green teas in flavors such as pineapple-mango, passionfruit-peach and blueberry-raspberry. The beverages contain 4 grams of sugar, 4 grams of carbs and 25 calories per serving. The products are packaged in Tetra Pak low-carbon cartons that are made with 70% paper from responsibly managed forests. The packaging also eliminates exposure to air and light, giving the preservative-free teas a shelf life of up to 24 months.
Children’s snack brand Bitsy’s has introduced Bitsy’s Swish, a line of hydration and immunity drink mixes. The products are sweetened with organic stevia and monk fruit and are fortified with vitamin C, zinc and electrolytes. Flavors include blue raspberry, pink lemonade, fruit punch and cotton candy.
Elmhurst 1925 has added pistachio-based creamers to its line of products. The applications include Pistachio Crème Cremer that is blended with oats, pistachios, water, cane sugar, hemp seeds, dipotassium phosphate and natural flavors. The Pistachio Barista Edition is a two-and-one steamer and creamer formulated with pistachios, water, rice, cane sugar, dipotassium phosphate and Himalayan salt.
Clean Energy is a plant-based sports nutrition brand that offers on-the-go smoothie pouches. The shelf-stable, single-serve beverages are formulated with bananas, strawberries, blueberries, spinach and flaxseed. Each pouch contains 70 calories and is certified organic.
Organic India has introduced Tulsi Immune Teas formulated with the adaptogenic herb tulsi, also known as Holy Basil. The line is available in four varieties including Tulsi Immune Daily that is made with gaduchi and amla; Tulsi Immune Active with ginger cinnamon and black pepper; Tulsi Immune Throat with fennel seed, amla and guduchi; and Tulsi Immune Breathe that features a blend of cardamom, pushkarmool and licorice root.
Poppi is a line of functional sodas formulated with prebiotics. Each can of the carbonated beverage contains approximately one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, along with sparkling water, fruit and plant-based sweeteners. The beverages aid in digestion, immunity and skin health, according to the company.
Dairy processor Clover Sonoma has introduced Clover the Rainbow, a dairy brand designed to teach children about eating a variety of fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet. The initial line features three organic yogurt smoothies formulated with a blend of nonfat milk, whole milk, fruit, vegetables and probiotics. Available in strawberry carrot, blueberry beet and strawberry banana butternut flavors, the smoothies contain 120 to 130 calories, 8 grams of protein, 14 grams of sugar and 20% of the daily recommended value of calcium per bottle, according to the company.
Feb
2025
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