As cold and flu season rages on, this week’s new products gallery showcases immunity-boosting beverages from Favor and Ocean Spray. Plus, Renude introduces a mushroom-based twist on the classic matcha latte and Willa’s unveils an improved formula for its barista oat milk.
Favor
Washington, D.C.-based wellness beverage brand Favor announced the launch of a new Elderberry Immunity Shot. The new offering features a blend of elderberry, turmeric, black pepper and lemon. In order to bring the 2 oz. immunity shot to consumers, Favor launched an Indiegogo campaign that will fund in-house production. The campaign is live through March 4. For more information, visit drinkafavor.com.
Willa’s
Willa’s has unveiled a revamped formula for its Barista Oat Milk, which features whole grain oats, filtered water, vanilla extract, maple sugar and salt. Each 8 oz. serving of the shelf-stable milk contains two grams of fiber and four grams of protein. Willa’s Barista Oat Milk is available online for $39.99 per 6-pack of 32 oz. boxes. For more information, visit willaskitchen.com.
Renude
Renude expanded its lineup of mushroom-based adaptogenic beverage mixes with the addition of Chaga Matcha. Made with ceremonial grade matcha, wild-foraged chaga, cacao, cinnamon, and monk fruit, each serving contains approximately 60 mg of caffeine and 640 mg of chaga. The 15-serving bag is available online for $39.99. For more information, visit drinkrenude.com.
Spare Tonic
Spare Tonic unveiled its newest probiotic sparkling tonic flavor, Passionfruit & Yuzu. The new offering joins the brand’s existing lineup of Lemon & Ginger, Cucumber & Lime, Peach & Turmeric and Blueberry & Ginger flavors. Spare Tonic Passionfruit & Yuzu will make its official debut at Natural Products Expo West in March. For more information, visit sparefood.com.
PLAY MODE
Rehydration beverage maker PLAY MODE announced the launch of a new Prickly Pear flavor available in the brand’s flagship “Weekender” 6-pack case. Each 20 oz. bottle contains just 5 grams of sugar and features tasting notes of bubblegum and watermelon. PLAY MODE Prickly Pear is available on amazon for $48 per case. For more information, visit hydraterecovery.com.
Ocean Spray
Ocean Spray expanded its portfolio of juices with a new function-forward immunity line. Available in three varieties – Cranberry Blueberry Acai, Orange Mango and Cranberry Pineapple – the juices contain zero added sugar and feature ingredients like zinc, electrolyte magnesium and Vitamin E. Ocean Spray Immunity juices are available in 60 oz. bottles and 10 oz. bottle 6-packs at Walmart stores nationwide. For more information, visit allthatpower.oceanspray.com.
Core Hydration
Keurig Dr Pepper-owned premium water brand Core Hydration is getting into the functional space with the launch of Hydration+, a series of nutrient-enhanced waters. Available in three varieties – lemon-flavored Immunity (vitamin c and zinc), cucumber-flavored Calm (L-theanine) and grapefruit-flavored Vibrance (zinc, vitamin c, and biotin) – the drinks are available for $2.99 per 23.9 oz. bottle at select retailers. For more information, visit hydratewithcore.com.