A survey of January 2021 launches including salsas, sauces, snacks and beverages
January 19, 2021
Last October saw New York City’s indie pop band, AJR, turn one of its 2020 hit songs into a sauce. AJR partnered with Small Axe Peppers, a mission-based hot sauce company also based in New York, to create BANG!, which features a medley of locally-sourced peppers from more than 30 community gardens throughout the Bronx and Queens.
Americans are drinking less milk. Milk consumption has dropped by 40% since 1975 and the trend is accelerating as more people embrace plant-based milk alternatives such as oat, almond, rice, and coconut milk. According to the USDA annual milk consumption data, in 2018, the average person in the US consumed 146lb (17 gallons) of milk, down from 247lb (almost 29 gallons) in 1975.
Sweetened with allulose and monk fruit, this cereal targets consumers following a keto diet or for those simply looking to reduce sugar and carbohydrate intake
January 18, 2021
Kashi, a pioneer in natural foods, launched Kashi GO Keto-Friendly Cereal — the brand's first keto-friendly offering. Made with 12g of plant-based protein and one gram of sugar, consumers can enjoy the delicious grain-free cereals without guilt.
New real fruit innovation is made with three or fewer ingredients and fortified with Vitamin C
January 15, 2021
Solely, an organic fruit jerky and dried fruit brand, launched Organic Whole Fruit Gummies exclusively at Whole Foods Market locations nationwide. The Solely Organic Whole Fruit Gummies contain only two or three ingredients, real whole fruit, Vitamin C, and nothing else. Each pouch contains 0.7oz of fruit and contains 60-70 calories.
The company makes the tahini from Ethiopian sesame seeds and packages it in shake-and-squeeze bottles for convenience
January 14, 2021
The company makes the tahini from Ethiopian sesame seeds and packages it in shake-and-squeeze bottles for convenience. The new variety contains a blend of 100% natural harissa spices for a distinctively aromatic, roasted-chile pepper flavor profile with a kick.
New alternative milk line includes Oat M*lk, Almond M*lk and Barista Edition Alternative M*lk
January 13, 2021
Modern Meat Inc., a plant-based meat manufacturer, announced the launch of its dairy alternative milk line featuring an Oat M*lk, Almond M*lk and Barista Edition Alternative M*lk. The ingredients used in the milks are all natural, vegan, and GMO free.
Prepared Foods’ Spirit of Innovation Awards nominations now open through March 31! Free to submit!
January 13, 2021
In a world of accolades, there’s nothing quite like Prepared Foods’ annual Spirit of Innovation (SOI) Awards. Since 2003, these awards have stood out for the unique way that they honor the hard-working people behind new products.
Innovation ties into recent food and snack mashup trends emerging in 2020, including the infusion of snack mixes into mealtime occasions
January 12, 2021
Cheetos introduced Crunch Pop Mix, a combination of traditional Cheetos Crunchy and Cheetos Popcorn. The new snack ties into recent food and snack mashup trends that emerged during 2020, including the infusion of snack mixes into mealtime occasions.
Four bold, bubbly new seltzer lemonade flavors hit shelves this month
January 11, 2021
Bud Light Seltzer is helping fans kick-off the New Year with flavor, by announcing the addition of a new product to its successful portfolio: Bud Light Seltzer Lemonade.
Breakfast and creme pie fans alike can now experience an iconic treat at their breakfast table — just in time for the original Little Debbie snack cake's 60th anniversary.