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After a test launch in Las Vegas, Modelo is expanding the availability of Modelo Spiked Aguas Frescas to new markets in the United States.
Starting March 1, the drinks (pictured above) will begin hitting shelves in 15 states, as well as New York and Chicago, which account for more than 80 percent of Modelo’s domestic volume.
Inspired by traditional drinks found at Mexican street markets, Modelo Spiked Aguas Frescas are described as a line of “vibrant, spiked and flavored malt drinks that fuel the fiesta with the bold, fruity taste of authentic aguas frescas.”
Modelo Spiked Aguas Frescas comes in four varieties: Piña (pineapple), Flor de Jamaica (hibiscus), Sandía (watermelon) and Pipino y Limón (cucumber-lime). The Variety Pack and Pina 24oz became the #1 new multipack and single-serve SKU in the FMB (flavored malt beverage) category during the Las Vegas trial.
All flavors contain between 171 and 197 calories, 20 to 25 g of sugar and 4.5% ABV.
Nespresso: Brazil Organic
Nespresso Professional launches Brazil organic coffee range for Origins
Nespresso Professional has announced the launch of a Brazil Organic capsule: a new pure Arabica blend developed exclusively to complement the existing Origins Organic range.
Launched at the beginning of March, the new Brazilian capsule will join flavors from Peru, Congo and Colombia in addition to the collection.
Brazilian organic coffee is an “elegant, delicate and pure Arabic blend with sweet notes echoing its origin.” Many Arabica beans are inspired by the savannahs of the Cerrado Mineiro region, which give a light note of toasted grains and cereals, while others come from the hilltop plantations in the southern Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, as well as the estates of São Paulo. This blend creates a smooth, smooth coffee flavor, creating a unique profile for customers.
Cashew soda
Cajuína São Geraldo – a Brazilian soda containing 5% native cashew fruit juice – has launched its flagship drink in 350ml cans.
This drink, popular in the northeastern states of Brazil, has a unique flavor that comes not from the cashew nuts, but from the cashew plant itself.
The drink is already available in PET and glass, but the company says partnering with Canpack to introduce the drink in cans will help it expand into retail outlets such as shopping malls, airports and cultural events and sportsmen.
Cajuína São Geraldo’s new colorful boxes feature ripe cashew fruits in red and yellow under a banner proclaiming: “O Sabor do Nordeste” (The taste of the Northeast) to highlight the product’s regional origins, as well as its refreshing taste unusual. .
Caleño launches a can of alcohol-free tropical mojito
British non-alcoholic spirits brand Caleño has launched a non-alcoholic Mojito canned cocktail to join its range of pre-mixed tropical cocktails.
The range offers drinkers flavor-packed “Ready to Party” cocktails, designed to be sipped at any social occasion.
The Mojito is one of the best-selling cocktails in bars and restaurants across the UK and 77% of Brits now say they are moderating their alcohol consumption (KAM No & Low Report 2023).
At 90 kcal per can, the Caleño Mojito Cocktail Can contains no artificial flavors, only natural sugars and ingredients and is suitable for vegans.
The Mojito will pair alongside Caleño’s existing non-alcoholic “Pineapple Piña Colada Spritz” and “Passion Fruit Martini Spritz” to create a trio of canned cocktails. All three come premixed with Caleño’s “Dark & Spicy” or “Light & Zesty” non-alcoholic tropical spirits for an added measure of Latin vibe.
Oatly Oat Milk Creamers
Oatly expands its North American portfolio with the launch of flavored oat milk creamers.
Oatly Oat Milk Creamers come in four flavors: Sweet & Creamy, Vanilla, Caramel, and Mocha.
With plant-based creamers up 13% in dollar sales and 9% in unit sales respectively (last 52 weeks, Neilsen), Oatly believes this shift to flavored creamers will unlock a “strong opportunity” to ‘reach new and existing buyers.
Shoppers can expect to find Oatly Creamers in the refrigerated aisles of retailers across the United States: including Walmart, Target, Albertsons, Kroger, Stop & Shop and more: with a suggested retail price of 5.99 $.
Oatly creamers add to the brand’s existing line of non-dairy milk alternatives available in North America, including Barista Edition, Original, Whole Milk, Low Fat Milk, Chocolate and, more recently, super basic, unsweetened oat milks. All Oatly oat milks and creamers sold in the United States are free of the top nine allergens and are vegan, glyphosate-free, certified non-GMO, certified gluten-free and certified kosher.
Ready-to-drink cocktails
The Original Southside, a ready-to-drink cocktail made with a blend of premium gin, lemon and mint, has been launched in the United States.
The brand is designed to capture the spirit of the Roaring Twenties and reimagine it for a new generation of cocktail lovers who appreciate sophistication without sacrificing convenience in an easy, ready-to-drink format.
Inspired by her mother’s homemade summer cocktail, affectionately called “Leah’s Summer Cooler,” a blend of gin, lemonade and mint, The Original Southside founder Meredith Mills-Merritt decided to create a cocktail which encapsulates the essence of summer in every sip while paying. homage to both 1920s Southside recipes and her mother’s original recipe.
The results are a lightly sparkling RTD cocktail made with vegan, gluten-free and non-GMO ingredients, made from 100% sugar cane and with an ABV of 10%. It is available in a 4-pack for $24.99 USD.
The best tequila
Luxco, based in Missouri, USA, best known in Europe for its premium bourbon and rye whiskeys, is bringing El Mayor tequila to UK and European shores.
In response to growing consumer demand for premium craft tequilas and the brand’s 137% growth rate over the past seven years, the ProWein Wine Show will be the brand’s first official showcase outside the states -United.
Distilled at Destiladora Gonzalez Lux (DGL) in Arandas, Mexico, four variants of El Mayor Tequila will be introduced: Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and Cristalino. Each bottle of El Mayor is made with 100% estate-grown Blue Weber agave from the Jalisco Valley of Mexico, cut using the Jicama Jima technique for an unparalleled smooth taste.
Distribution of El Mayor tequila (700 ml) will be focused on high-demand tequila markets, including Great Britain, Spain, France and Germany. The recommended price for El Mayor Tequila will be between £33 and £45 / €39 and €52.
Greg Mefford, Luxco International Sales Director, said: “Launching a new product range to market, especially in a different category, is always a pleasure, but the exciting landscape of European tequila makes the introduction of El Mayor even more significant.
“Premium tequila is experiencing a meteoric rise as people begin to realize the true provenance and qualities of the spirit, whereas it was previously pigeonholed as a ‘slammer’ drink. Consumers’ thirst for agave brandy presents the perfect time to learn how tequila should be enjoyed: sipped and savored as an authentic Mexican way of drinking, mixed with beautiful party cocktails, and paired with amazing foods. We are thrilled to bring El Mayor to the forefront of this next chapter in tequila history.
El Mayor Tequila will be distributed by Lightbox Brands in the United Kingdom and Perola GmbH in Germany.
Kit NA Brewing Unveils New Look and Flavor
Non-alcoholic craft beer Kit NA Brewing has announced its latest launch: Get Set Wheat.
Get Set, originally an IPA, has undergone a transformation, now adopting the refreshing profile of a white beer. Get Set Wheat is “bright and malleable with notes of orange peel and coriander, followed by a smooth, full-bodied finish.”
This relaunch aims to increase the diversity of Kit’s portfolio, reaching a wider audience and meeting the growing demand for this style of craft beer. Get Set Wheat is now being introduced through distribution partners along the East Coast, as well as available on the Kit website and Amazon Prime. Get Set Wheat is available in a 6-pack, as well as included in the Starter Variety Kit 12-pack.
Additionally, Kit NA Brewing is launching its refreshing new look and packaging that covers its entire line of cans, 6-packs and 12-packs.
The Kit NA brewing styles of On Your Mark, Get Set, Here We Go, and Variety Pack now have a brighter, simpler look. Embodying vibrancy and accessibility, the new packaging reflects Kit NA Brewing’s philosophy of a bright and welcoming culture, while now highlighting the ‘non-alcoholic’ appeal on the rim to make it easier for consumers to identify under any angle.
Dr Funk: Lemon and Elderflower
British brand Dr Funk has launched the lemon and elderflower immune drink.
The artisanal sparkling water blend is infused with vitamins and minerals, including zinc, vitamin C, D3, B6, B12, niacin and biotin.
Dr. Funk is inspired by Professor Kazimierz Funk, a Polish biochemist who discovered vitamins in 1912.
The drinks contain no sugar, additives, colorings or preservatives. One can of Lemon & Elderflower contains 3.3 calories and 50% of your daily NRV (nutrient reference value).