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.
