To sell more beer c-stores need to begin by knowing what their consumers are and aren’t looking for — which means keeping up with trends. In the wake of a red-letter year in COVID-ravaged 2020, beer sales dropped in 2021 as consumers returned to more or less normal life. In 2022, the same old brands…
Ready-to-Drink Cocktails
Hard Rock International (HRI) announced a second partnership with Stewart’s Enterprises, this one to launch Hard Rock RTDs, which join their sister Hard Rock Hard Seltzers. The Hard Rock RTDs comprise Margarita, Mojito and Moscow Mule, iconic cocktails which are inspired by those made at Hard Rock International properties worldwide. At 8% ABV in 12-ounce […]
Limón y Sal Chelada 12-Pack
Modelo released a 12-ounce 12-pack of the Limón y Sal Chelada variety with the rising popularity of Cheladas. The new size makes it easier to share the flavor. This is the first multi-pack offering from the Modelo Chelada family. The pack is available nationwide and, in addition to 12-packs with 12-ounce cans, the beverage is […]
Alternatives, Flavors Add Excitement to Milk Category
“The story for milk in c-stores is the same for dairy across the industry — alternatives, alternatives, alternatives,” said Mike Kostyo, trendologist for Datassential. “All of the fastest-growing milks across the industry are alternative and plant-based milk options.” C-stores are noticing and testing the trend. High’s, with more than 54 c-stores in Maryland and Pennsylvania,…
Beverage Taste Test
Erin Del Conte, executive editor for CStore Decisions, taste tests four beverages: Brew Dr. Kombucha in Citrus Earl Grey, Monster Energy Ultra Peachy Keen, Hop WTR and True North Pure Energy Seltzer White Peach Pear.
Millennials Driving NA Beer Market Growth
According to a recent survey by Future Market Insights (FMI), the global non-alcoholic beers market is expected to surpass a valuation of $43.6 B by 2032, expanding at a 7.8% CAGR. Increasing awareness regarding health concerns connected with alcohol consumption is spurring demand for non-alcoholic beverages. Driven by this, non-alcoholic beer is gaining immense popularity…
Swedish Style, Better-for-You Ice Cream
N!CK’S, Swedish-style better-for-you snacks and treats brand released six new light ice cream pints. Building on fan-favorites that have held the brand’s spot as the No.1 U.S. direct-to-consumer pint ice cream delivery brand since July 2021, N!CK’s newest indulgent flavors will feature even more tasty inclusions with less net carbs, no added sugar and 260-420 […]
Kombucha Flower Power Redux
Organic kombucha and tea leader Brew Dr. Kombucha announces a special limited release of its Flower Power flavor, available now through summer 2022. The return of Flower Power is part of Brew Dr.’s Founder’s Series where the brewing team revisits recipes of favorite limited edition kombucha flavors from over the years. Flower Power is a […]
Watermelon Mint Functional Beverage
Functional beverage company LIFEAID debuts its refreshing new FOCUSAID Watermelon Mint to add to its growing family of functional performance beverages. FOCUSAID Watermelon Mint is packed with brain-boosting super nootropics and 100 milligrams of clean crash-free caffeine from green tea and yerba maté. Naturally sweetened with raw, cold-filtered agave and never with any artificial colors […]
Tart and Light Hard Seltzer
Brand-new this year, Labatt is launching Labatt Blue Light Seltzer Tart to bring a new experience to seltzer drinking. Labatt Blue Light Seltzer Tart is filling a white space as a sour seltzer, combining the sweet and sour flavor profile of sour craft beers with the approachability of Labatt Blue Light. Variety packs with Tart […]