Germany: Kaufland debuts K To Go brand
Kaufland, the Schwarz Group owned German supermarket chain, has announced the launch of a brand called K To Go to target on the go occasions. Referencing findings from a recent study, the firm said that more than a third of consumers regularly opted for on the go snacks as a workday lunch, and that the […]
UK: Hain Daniels launches William’s British Conserves
Natural and organic products manufacturer Hain Daniels, part of the Hain Celestial group, has announced the launch of a new jam brand in the UK. William’s British Conserves are described as being made from 100% British-grown fruit and will be packaged in an embossed 340g jar complete with a sleeve detailing the brand’s history, with […]
USA: Halen Brands launches line of health-oriented chocolates
US consumer goods company Halen Brands is launching a line of health-oriented chocolates called Joyfuls into mass market channels, according to a Foodbev report. The new chocolate brand, which claims to be inspired by an artisan form of confectionery called mendiants, is claimed to be made from ingredients certified as happily sourced, non-GMO and fair […]
Germany: Henkel launches Nature Box brand
Henkel, the German household and personal care giant, is launching a new line of natural toiletries under the brand name Nature Box, according to a Lebensmittel Zeitung report. The new brand range, which comprises both haircare and skincare products, is designed to “appeal to a new audience, reinvigorate the category and become an important pillar […]
UK: PepsiCo expands Quaker brand into breakfast drinks
PepsiCo, the leading food and drinks manufacturer, is expanding its breakfast portfolio in the UK with the launch of new milk drinks under the Quaker brand. Described as being “perfect for your breakfast on the go”, Quaker Breakfast Drink is said to blend wholegrain oats, milk and fruit “to give you a delicious tasty and satisfying drink, […]
India: Nestle launches Nesplus breakfast cereal
The Indian arm of FMCG giant Nestle, as part of its Cereal Partners Worldwide venture with General Mills, has announced the launch of a new range of family breakfast cereals range under the brand Nesplus. The firm had previously announced its intention to launch a line of cereals in the country. The range is said […]
UK: Colonsay Beverages launches oat vodka
Gin and craft beer producer Colonsay Beverages has announced a new vodka which is said to be the first in the UK to be distilled from oats. In order to create the product, the Scottish craft distillery said it had added oats to a refurbished copper pot still along with wheat and rye, resulting in […]
USA: Constellation Brands launches Svedka RTD cocktails
Constellation Brands, the leading international beer, wine and spirits firm, has announced the launch of the first ever ready-to-drink product line under its Svedka vodka brand. Described as a cocktail-inspired malt-based beverage infused with blends of natural fruit and botanical flavours, Svedka Spiked Premium Seltzer is said to contain 100 calories, 3.5g sugar and 4.5% […]
USA: Starbucks launches retail tea under Teavana banner
International coffee shop chain Starbucks has announced the launch of packaged tea in grocery stores through its Teavana brand. Starbucks said the launch of the new retail line came on the back of 14% sales growth for its Teavana and Refreshment business at US company-operated Starbucks stores in the 2018 fiscal year to date. Teavana […]
Brazil: Melitta enters the coffee capsules segment
Germany based coffee and coffee accessories firm Melitta is introducing a range of coffee capsules in Brazil that is compatible with Nespresso coffee makers. The new product lineup comprises Ristretto, Marcato, Staccato, Audacce and Tenuto, which are divided according to their aroma profiles of intense, balanced and fruity. According to Embalagem Marca, the range is […]