Much of America has returned to a pre-pandemic mindset, despite the COVID-19 surge at the start of the new year. In a survey conducted by CivicScience, following a down year for Dry January participants in 2021, there’s a significant boost in interest among adults who drink alcohol to give it up entirely for the first…
How Can C-Stores Grow Beer Sales in 2022?
Many convenience stores sell beer, but some savvy retailers have made their stores destinations for cold beer sales, resulting in increased revenue. Growing beer sales at your convenience store can be accomplished in a variety of ways. First, know what brands are most popular. According to IRI, for the 52 weeks ending Dec. 26, 2021,…
Gelato Flavor Pairings
Unilever will unveil new Talenti Gelato pairings in February. These flavor combinations will each be packaged in single jars. Talenti Strawberry Margarita Pairings features a pairing of sweet Strawberry Sorbetto and tart Lime Sorbetto with agave from Mexico. Talenti Bourbon Fudge Brownie Pairings combines Belgian Chocolate gelato, gooey baked brownies pieces, dark fudge and a sophisticated Oak-Aged Bourbon gelato. […]
Coca-Cola with Coffee Mocha
Coca-Cola with Coffee Mocha will hit shelves next month. Since launching in January 2021, the hybrid innovation has given consumers a reset to their daily routines with a pioneering proposition that “sips like a Coke and finishes like a coffee.” All Coca-Cola with Coffee flavors are available in single-serve 12-ounce cans. The brand will now […]
Gopuff Enters the Private Label Market, Launches ‘Basically,’ Brand
Digital delivery platform Gopuff announced the launch of its new private-label curated product line — Basically, — trademarked with the word followed by a comma. The new line’s intended to give customers access to high-quality snacks, water and home essentials at a value price. Basically, bottled water is the first product to be live on…
Alcohol E-Commerce Brewing Up Growth
U.S. online alcohol sales reached $6.1 billion in 2021 with more growth expected in 2022, according to a report based on exclusive industry data released this week by Rabobank. The “2022 Alcohol E-commerce Playbook” report focuses on the growth of alcohol e-commerce sales since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the reaction from consumers, retailers…
Non-Alcoholic, Low-Carb Beer
Coors Edge has replaced Coors NA in the brand’s portfolio in an effort to reach the growing number of drinkers looking for low- and no-alcohol offerings. At 0.5% ABV, it has the lowest calories and carbohydrates in its class. Coors Edge is double brewed, blending the taste profiles of two beers to produce similar flavors […]
Coke With Coffee Mocha Headed for Shelves Next Month
Coca‑Cola with Coffee Mocha hits shelves next month, joining the already available Dark Blend, Vanilla, Caramel and Vanilla Zero Sugar in the ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee aisle. Since launching in January 2021, the hybrid innovation has given consumers a refreshing reset to their daily routines with a pioneering proposition that “sips like a Coke and finishes like…
Sugar-Free Raspberry Lemonade Mountain Dew
MTN DEW released MTN DEW SPARK Zero Sugar. The new raspberry lemonade flavor with zero sugar is the latest addition to a growing list of MTN DEW sugar-free offerings. MTN DEW SPARK Zero Sugar follows MTN DEW SPARK, which was introduced a year ago and rolled out to convenience stores in limited quantities. Both MTN […]
Plant-Based Coffee Creamers
Chobani released its new plant-based coffee creamers, made with a blend of plant-based ingredients which are vegan-friendly; dairy- and lactose-free; and contain no artificial flavors, sweeteners or preservatives. Chobani Plant-Based Creamers are available in Sweet & Creamy, French Vanilla, Chocolate Hazelnut and Caramel Macchiato. Chobani also announced the launch of a fan-inspired and fan-picked coffee […]