Year: 2008

Review: Monster Hitman

Monster’s entry into the shot category is known simply as “Hitman.” It features a mix of sugar and artificial sweetener designed to deliver maximum taste and minimal calories.…

Review: Steaz Organic Iced Teaz

Steaz is entering the RTD tea category with their latest effort, “Organic Iced Teaz.” USDA Organic and Fair Trade Certified teas that are packaged in 16-ounce cans. Check them out…

A step too far in the antioxidant battle?

These days, beverages from teas to juices boast about their antioxidant levels. It’s the new “in” thing – like wearing two different colors of Converse sneakers when America had a…

Review: Snow Vitamin Soda

An authentically refreshing alternative to the common soft drink ? Snow Naturally Flavored Vitamin Sodas contain NO high fructose corn syrup, NO caffeine, NO preservatives and NO artificial flavors.…

Review: J1 Aloe Juice

Aloe juice, which has many health benefits— http://www.aloe-vera.org/top_10_reasons_to_use_aloe_vera.htm, is growing fast among health food stores and also it is slowly being sold at retail stores.…

NACS 2008 new beverages and booth photos

The 2008 NACS Show took place at McCormick Place in Chicago from October 4-7, showcasing over 100 beverage companies and their brands. Energy Shots and other supplement-drink hybrids accounted for…

Review: Genesis BOOST Superfuit Juices

Genesis Today introduces BOOST juices made with the world’s most popular superfruit juices: acai, goji, noni, and mangosteen. Packaged in a 12 ounce glass bottle.…

Expo East beverage show planner

The 2008 Expo East Show will be held Oct 15-18 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, MA. Expo East, along with its Expo West sister show, is…

Gatorade Gets Functional

, Assistant Editor PepsiCo unveiled plans at this week’s National Association of Convenience Stores show in Chicago that mark a change in course for Gatorade, the hydration category’s marquee brand.…

Arizona to release organic lines, energy shot

, Assistant Editor AriZona delivered on a promise made in August this week at the National Association of Convenience Stores show when the company unveiled a flurry of new products…