New Food and Beverage Product Launches, December 9 – 13

The week’s roundup features snack innovations, salad kits, and non-alcoholic beverages just in time for Dry January.

Snack Factory: Pop’ums

Snack Factory is introducing Pop’ums, a snack innovation that combines popcorn’s munchability with the crispy crunch of pretzels.

• Flavors: White Cheddar, Golden Mustard BBQ, and Sea Salt
• Availability: Starting in January, Pop’ums will be available at nationwide retailers and online for the suggested retail price of $5.49 per 9-ounce bag.

ALOHA: Banana Bread Chocolate Chip

The latest bar flavor from ALOHA is Banana Bread Chocolate Chip.

• Details: The new flavor is vegan and gluten-free and contains 14 grams of plant-based protein and 10 grams of fiber. All ALOHA’s bars are made with sustainably sourced real food ingredients and without gluten, dairy, soy, stevia, or sugar alcohols.
• Availability: Priced at $32.99 per box of 12, Banana Bread Chocolate Chip is available at aloha.com.

Fresh Del Monte Partners: Newman’s Own Salad Kits

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. announced the launch of Newman’s Own™ Salad Kits.

• Varieties: King of the Caesars™, Rodeo Remix™, Italiano Magnifico™, and Parmesan Powerhouse™
• Availability: The Salad Kits will be available in grocery stores and supermarkets across North America in January.

Best Day Brewing: Galaxy Ripple

Non-alcoholic craft beer brand Best Day Brewing is offering its fifth seasonal release: Galaxy Ripple.

• Details: Galaxy Ripple is a bold, vibrant double IPA that features tropical and piney hop aromas and full-bodied malt sweetness.
• Availability: For a limited time through the winter season, Galaxy Ripple will be available on BestDayBrewing.com and in retailers nationwide.

Origami Sake: ZERO Non-Alcoholic Sake

Origami Sake announced the launch of the first national non-alcoholic sake: ZERO.

• Details: With notes of ripe apple and savory chestnuts, ZERO is crafted without alcohol-producing yeast to create a non-alcoholic version of traditional sake.
• Availability: ZERO is available in a 750ml bottle format for $24.99 at select retailers.

Heribert Bayer Winery: Zeronimo Century Blend

Created by second-generation winemakers at the Heribert Bayer winery in Austria, Zeronimo Century Blend is the world’s first-ever 20-year-aged wine to be dealcoholized.

• Details: This red wine cuvée is crafted from Blaufränkisch, Pinot Noir, and Merlot.
• Availability: Available in an exclusive limited edition of just 2,500 bottles, Zeronimo Century Blend can be reserved online. Shipments for pre-reserves are expected in mid-to-late January.