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Millennials help drive tropical fruit usage in beverages

Quality, safety within supply chain vital when incorporating exotic fruits

May 15, 2017

Chef Roger Mooking loves giving traditional dishes an exotic twist on his Food Network Canada TV show “Everyday Exotic.” Consumers’ desire for exotic flavors also has helped push tropical fruits into mainstream beverage formulations. Yet, ingredient suppliers note that the growing demand for exotic fruits also taps into broader, mainstream trends.

Red Bull Editions introduces new sugar-free products

Summer’s limited-edition Kiwi Twist now permanent variety

January 30, 2017

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Red Bull USA, Santa Monica, Calif., announced the arrival of three new Red Bull Editions products. The company is expanding the Red Bull Editions line with Red Bull Purple Edition Sugarfree, Red Bull Lime Edition Sugarfree and Red Bull Green Edition, offering Red Bull with the tastes of Açaí Berry, Limeade and Kiwi Apple, respectively, it says.

Teas dominate antioxidant beverage development

Consumers seek familiar, tasty sources of antioxidants

Jennifer Storelli

January 15, 2014

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When the cold and flu season strikes, a glass of orange juice is many consumers’ solution to getting their daily dose of vitamin C to help strengthen their immune systems.

Health benefits of berries continue to resonate with consumers

Stephanie Cernivec

October 16, 2012

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What if humans could extend their lives just by consuming a particular type of berry?

Superfruits expand beyond exotic varieties

Nutrient levels highlight more fruits under superfruit umbrella

Jessica Jacobsen

January 12, 2012

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Better-for-you beverages continue to appeal to consumers, and beverage companies continue to find ways to address that trend. According to Chicago-based Mintel Group Ltd.’s “Juice and Juice Drinks” report, 5 percent of launches from January to June 2011 contained antioxidants, which represents a 1 percent increase from the previous period. The report adds that many launches sourced their antioxidant content from superfruits such as acai berries, blueberries, cranberries and pomegranates.

28Black and 28White

September 12, 2011

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After launching acai-infused energy drinks 28Black and 28White in Germany in 2008, Calidris 28 AG has launched the products in the United States. 28Black and 28White are lightly carbonated, all-natural and do not include taurine, artificial flavors or preservatives.