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Beverages 2018-2026

(Juices, Teas, Dairy-Alts and Dairy-Based)

  • CAFÉ-QUALITY FUNCTIONAL MATCHA (posted June 1, 2026)
  • PerfectTed introduces new Protein White Chocolate Matcha Latte in the U.K.
  • The new shelf-stable drink calls out on the front of the 250-milliliter can that it is “Made with Milk.”
  • It also calls out that it’s made without any refined sugars. Agave nectar is the sweetener of choice.
  • One can contains 18 grams of protein from “Semi Skimmed Milk, Milk Protein Concentrate (31%).”
  • It also contains 40 milligrams of caffeine per can from the use of 0.5% Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea.
  • SNACK CAKE-INSPIRED COFFEE MILKS (posted May 26, 2026)
  • Fire Brands LLC introduces Hostess Iced Lattes.
  • The company is licensing four Hostess brands to make the 11-ounce canned shelf-stable coffee milk beverages.
  • There’s Hostess Coffeecake Cinnamon Streusel, Hostess Donettes Crunch, Hostess Cupcake Frosted Chocolate Cake and Hostess Twinkies Golden.
  • Water is the first ingredient, followed by sugar, nonfat dry milk and cream.
  • The lattes are made with coffee extract and enhanced with caffeine.
  • One can contains 250 calories, 6 grams of fat, 10 grams of protein and 37 grams of sugar, of which 23 grams are added sugars.
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the May 1, 2026, blog titled "ADPI Reinforces the Future is to “Make it with Dairy.”
  • IT’S TASTY. IT’S HEALTHY. IT’S PHAB. (posted April 23, 2026)
  • Simpl Innovative Brands offers Phab Protein Milkshake in India.
  • Each 180-milliliter plastic bottle provides 125 calories, 3.5 grams of fat, 18 grams of protein, 4.8 grams of fiber and 0.5 grams of inherent milk sugar. There’s no added sugar.
  • After water, milk protein concentrate is the next ingredient, followed by whole milk powder.
  • The prebiotic fructooligosaccharide is the source of fiber.
  • Sweetness comes from sucralose.
  • Varieties are Caramel Kulfi, Classic Chocolate, Cold Coffee, Mango Magic, Strawberries & Cream and Vanilla Almond.
  • To read more about this beverage, link HERE to the March 13, 2026, blog titled “Expo West Exhibitors ‘Made It with Dairy.’”
  • To read more about this beverage, link HERE to the March 13, 2026, blog titled “Expo West Exhibitors ‘Made It with Dairy.’”
  • To read more about this beverage, link HERE to the March 13, 2026, blog titled “Expo West Exhibitors ‘Made It with Dairy.’”
  • To read more about this beverage, link HERE to the March 13, 2026, blog titled “Expo West Exhibitors ‘Made It with Dairy.’”
  • MUSCLE MILK GETS MILK (posted March 9, 2026)
  • PepsiCo introduces the Muscle Milk PRO series.
  • The shelf-stable beverages made their debut at Expo West 2026.
  • Ultra-filtered milk is the first ingredient.
  • The flavored milks come in prisma boxes and plastic bottles and flag “high-quality protein” and “sustains healthy muscles.”
  • Three protein contents per container are available: 42, 33 and 26 grams.
  • The drinks are also described as clean label, as they contain no artificial flavor or sweeteners and no added colors.
  • They are sweetened with stevia.
  • DAIRY IS NOW “HEALTHY FAST FOOD” TO AUSSIES (posted February 23, 2026)
  • Brownes introduces Füll+.
  • Füll+ has officially announced its entry into Australia’s $40 billion fast-food market, aiming to bridge the gap between protein supplements and whole-food nutrition.
  • Developed as a direct challenge to the traditional drive-thru, Füll+ is a first-of-its-kind solution that bridges the gap between thin protein supplements and processed convenience meals.
  • Unlike traditional shelf-stable (UHT) shakes, Füll+ is a milk-based meal engineered with 35 grams of high-quality protein, 18 essential vitamins and minerals, and over 5 grams of fiber.
  • “We are reclaiming the term ‘fast food’,” says Brownes CEO Natalie Sarich-Dayton. “For too long, fast food has been synonymous with nutritional compromise. Füll+ is the antithesis of that. It’s smart food for people who are ‘moving fast’ but refuse to sacrifice their health. We’re solving the relatably human problem of the skipped breakfast and the desk-bound lunch.”
  • The launch arrives as Australians increasingly prioritize protein as a foundational pillar of metabolic health.
  • “We identified a significant white space in the Australian retail landscape,” says Sarich-Dayton. “It’s about meeting the demand for grab-and-go options that don’t compromise on nutritional density, effectively turning the dairy aisle into a healthy alternative to the fast-food strip.”
  • Füll+ is available in two flavors--Chocolate and Iced Coffee--and can be found in the chilled milk section of Coles supermarkets.
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the February 20, 2026, blog titled, "The Tool for Innovation that all Dairy Processors Need."
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the February 20, 2026, blog titled, "The Tool for Innovation that all Dairy Processors Need."
  • CLEAN, COMPLETE PROTEIN SHAKE (posted February 5, 2026)
  • Aonic introduces Aonic Fuel, which is described as a “Higher Standard for Clean Protein.”
  • The shelf-stable protein shake contains 32 grams of protein. It is “made with lactose-free milk protein for a full amino-acid profile and a delicious taste.”
  • Each 11-ouncer can contains 5 grams of fiber to support satiety and digestive wellness.
  • The brand has some unique marketing descriptions, including “Efficient: 5 calories per gram of protein,” “92% of calories from protein and fiber” and “More Macros.”
  • Varieties are Chocolate and Vanilla.
  • Water is the number-one ingredient, followed by lactose-free milk protein isolate, calcium caseinate, lactose-free skim milk powder and soluble tapioca fiber.
  • It is sweetened with stevia leaf extract (Reb A, D, M) and monk fruit extract.
  • TSA-FRIENDLY DAIRY PROTEIN SHOT (posted January 6, 2026)
  • Mel Robbins and partners launches Pure Genius Protein Shots.
  • Pure Genius Protein is a new nutrition company built around one mission: to create simple, research-backed, innovative products that help one live a better and healthier life.
  • Its initial offering--developed with a team of medical doctors--is a first-of-its-kind protein shot containing 23 grams of high-quality, complete protein in a TSA-friendly 3.38-ounce bottle designed for busy schedules, travel, long shifts, low appetite days and everything in between.
  • Pure Genius Protein shots are 100 calories, zero sugar, zero fat, shelf-stable, lactose- and gluten-free, with no artificial flavors or sweeteners.
  • The three offerings come in fruit-forward flavors--Blueberry Lemonade, Pineapple and Strawberry Guava—that taste like juice with zero chalkiness.
  • Mel Robbins is a respected expert in life improvement, behavior change and mindset. She is the author of The Let Them Theory. Her work is known for turning research into simple, practical tools people use immediately, bridging the gap between knowing what to do and doing it. Pure Genius Protein is her first-ever consumer product, built with the same philosophy: simple, science-backed and helpful.
  • Robbins has been deeply involved throughout every step of the product development. She hand-picked the founding scientific advisory team of world-class physicians specializing in nutrition, longevity, weight loss, hormonal health and innovation.
  • “This isn’t about chasing a trend,” said Robbins. “It’s about making it easier for people to prioritize their health, particularly women. If you’re busy taking care of everyone else, you’re probably not doing the best job taking care of yourself.”
  • HEATING UP THE ICED COFFEE-MILK CATEGORY (posted December 10, 2025)
  • Beekeeper Coffee introduces Hot Honey Cold Brew Latte.
  • The ready-to-drink coffee brand has made this new flavor exclusive to Gopuff.
  • Building on the buzz of its recently launched Horchata Cold Brew Latte—crafted with quality Honduran coffee, aromatic chili and a hint of pure Oregon honey—Beekeeper continues its mission to fuel everyday hustle with delicious, ingredient-driven coffee.
  • The new Hot Honey Cold Brew Latte combines ethically sourced honey with a subtle hot pepper heat and Beekeeper’s signature cold brew for a sweet-meets-spicy experience unlike anything else in the coffee aisle.
  • The ambient 8-ounce beverages have 2%reduced-fat milk as the number-one ingredient.
  • Each can contains 90 calories, 2.5 grams of fat, 5 grams of protein and 10 grams of sugar.
  • One can sells for about $3.99.
  • “At Beekeeper, we’re committed to delivering clean, craveable coffee that stands out from the crowd,” said Paul Rivera, co-founder of Beekeeper Coffee. “Hot Honey is our most exciting flavor yet, unexpected, delicious and made with high-quality ingredients.”
  • These two new flavors join the start-ups original four: Double Black, Caramel, Mocha and Vanilla. All are sweetened with organic honey.
  • PROBIOTIC DAIRY DRINK FOR LITTLES
  • Soprole offers “one-a-day for immunity” Uno Dairy Drinks in Chile.
  • The 80-milliliter shelf-stable beverage boxes are formulated to help toddlers build immunity when they consume one drink a day.
  • The product is about 45% natural skim milk (45%) blended with water and naturally flavored as either apple or mixed fruit.
  • Other ingredients include fructose, polydextrose, gelatin, citric acid, potassium sorbate, sucralose, Lactobacillus rhamnosus (107 CFU/g), yogurt strains (Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus), maltodextrin and vitamin D3.
  • Lactobacillus rhamnosus can survive heat processing and ambient temperature.
  • One box contains 26 calories, 1.1 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat and 0.2 grams of sugar.
  • SEASONAL ADULT-ONLY NOG (posted November 27, 2025)
  • Turner Dairy Farms introduces Turner’s Hard Egg Nog.
  • The brand-new product is exclusive at select Giant Eagle locations.
  • The dairy-based beverage has the taste of rich and creamy vanilla mixed with warm spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and a kick of alcohol.
  • It is made in partnership with L’uva Bella Winery based in Lowellville, Ohio.
  • Previous alcoholic products from Turner include IC’D Tea, a classic mix of I.C. Light and Turner’s Premium Iced Tea flavors, in addition to Turner’s Hard Lemonade, both in collaboration with Pittsburgh Brewing, Co.
  • Turner’s Hard Egg Nog is 14% alcohol by volume.
  • The 750 milliliter bottles retail for $19.99.
  • GRASS-FED WHEY PROTEIN SELTZER (posted November 20, 2025)
  • Shaklee now offers Sparkling Protein, a patent-pending functional sparkling seltzer clinically shown to improve lean muscle, packed with 40 grams of grass-fed whey protein.
  • The ingredient statement reads "proprietary protein blend (beta-lactoglobulin, whey protein and L-leucine).
  • Shaklee's Sparkling Protein delivers a lactose-free, all-natural protein with a superior amino acid and branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) profile, plus an added boost of leucine, the critical BCAA for muscle-building and recovery.
  • This clean, bioavailable formula is easier for the body to absorb and use effectively, according to the company.
  • It helps build and maintain lean muscle mass while neutralizing cravings for longer by naturally raising GLP-1 levels at the same time.
  • “With Sparkling Protein, Shaklee is once again redefining what’s possible in nutrition,” said Roger Barnett, Chairman and CEO of Shaklee. “It sets a new standard by pairing breakthrough science with a refreshing, delightful experience. We are passionate about creating products that make it effortless to reach your protein and wellness goals, and we’ve truly achieved that with this product.”
  • The beverage contains 0 grams of sugar, and no artificial sweeteners or flavors.
  • VALUE-ADDED MILKY BEVERAGE BOXES (posted November 12, 2025)
  • Friesland Campina offers Frisian Flag Nutribrain.
  • The shelf-stable beverage starts with ultra-high-temperature pasteurized milk. Whey is added for extra protein.
  • The milky drink is then fortified with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, along with a vitamin and mineral blend designed to support children’s growing up needs.
  • The no-added sugar beverage comes in Chocolate, Strawberry and Plain varieties and in two packaging sizes: 11- and 180-milliliters.
  • PLANT-BASED BRAND GETS INTO DAIRY (posted November 6, 2025)
  • Orgain LLC introduces Orgain Milk Protein Shake.
  • Water is the first ingredient in this shelf-stable beverage, followed by milk protein isolate and milk protein concentrate.
  • One 11-ounce box contains 160 calories, 3 grams of fat, 2 grams of fiber, 1 gram of sugar (no added sugars) and 30 grams of protein.
  • The beverage is sweetened with monkfruit and stevia.
  • The shakes are marketed as delivering all nine essential amino acids and naturally occurring branched chain amino acids “to help stimulate optimal muscle protein growth and to repair and rebuild muscle fibers.”
  • A box of 18 sells for $29.99 at Costco.
  • To read more about the shelf-stable dairy protein beverage category, link HERE.
  • For more information on this product, link HERE to the October 24, 2025, blog titled “The 2025 IDF World Dairy Summit: News from Chile.”
  • SUGAR-FREE, CAFFEINATED WHEY SODA (posted October 16, 2025)
  • Barebells launches Protein Soda.
  • After shaking up the snack game with its protein bars, Barebells is popping the lid on something entirely new: Barebells Protein Soda.
  • It is a sugar free, sweet and sparkling soda with 200 milligrams of caffeine and 10 grams of clear whey protein.
  • It comes in three flavors: Pineapple Sunrise, Sweet Cherry and Wild Strawberry.
  • “Barebells Protein Soda is whey more than just caffeine in a can. At Barebells, we are always exploring new categories, trying to evolve them into products we and our fans love. And with the Protein Sodas, we feel like we really hit the spot. Barebells Protein Soda is the perfect drink to grab when you want something truly delicious,” says Isa Galvan, Global Brand Manager at Barebells.
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the October 10, 2025, blog titled “Dairy Innovation Ideas from Europe.”
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the October 10, 2025, blog titled “Dairy Innovation Ideas from Europe.”
  • WHEY PROTEIN-INFUSED TEA BEVERAGE (posted October 6, 2025)
  • Asti & Mucki GmbH introduces Mucki Protein Ice Tea.
  • The shelf-stable 500-milliliter beverage provides 30 grams of protein, essential amino acids and branched chain amino acids (as flagged on the carton) from 6.5% of a proprietary blend of whey protein isolate, L-histidine, L-valine and L-tyrosine.
  • The beverage is sweetened with a touch of sugar and sucralose, delivering 7.5 grams of sugar per 500-milliter carton.
  • GLP-1 PREBIOTIC NUTRITIONAL DRINK (posted October 1, 2025)
  • Todo introduces todo Fiber + Protein drinks made with Real California Milk.
  • By pairing 26 grams of high-quality protein with 6 grams of prebiotic fiber, todo delivers a unique combination that naturally supports GLP-1 satiety signals while promoting gut health and sustained energy.
  • In a crowded market of protein-first products, todo stands out by balancing both protein and fiber. This synergy provides up to four hours of natural fullness in every 12-ounce can.
  • The drink comes in Chocolate Hazelnut, Espresso and Milk Chocolate flavors.
  • They use 2% lactose-free milk as base. Milk protein isolate is added. It’s sweetened with stevia.
  • One can provides 290 calories and contains 13 grams of fat, 5 grams of total sugars (none are added) and 26 grams of protein.
  • Cans carry the Real California Milk seal, a mark of quality that ensures consumers are getting dairy sourced from farm families focused on creating a more sustainable future.
  • READY-TO-DRINK PROTEIN LATTE (posted September 17, 2025)
  • Wandering Bear introduces Cold Brew Latte.
  • Available in classic Double Latte, Vanilla and Mocha, each 8 fluid-ounce shelf-stable can delivers provides 11 grams of complete milk protein from ultra-filtered skim milk, 140 milligrams of caffeine from Wandering Bear organic specialty-grade cold brew, 100 calories and 5 to 6 grams of natural cane sugar.
  • The product line was crafted over an 18-month process, with hundreds of variations tested, according to the company.
  • The Cold Brew Latte uses a proprietary creamer base built on skim milk protein from ultra-filtered skim milk to create an incredibly creamy, barista-quality texture and perfect cafe-style taste. This unique formulation doubles the protein of traditional RTD lattes with less than half the total sugar and no saturated fat, making it perfect for those who crave great taste without compromising nutrition.
  • Wandering Bear Cold Brew Latte made its debut on September 16th, 2025, exclusively at Whole Foods Market nationwide for $3.99 per can.
  • “Great taste and creaminess were our north stars,” said Matt Bachmann, CEO and Co-Founder. “We challenged ourselves to craft a great-tasting canned latte that wasn’t just less bad, but genuinely good for you--something that tastes like an indulgence, yet fuels your body--and it’s been incredible to have Whole Foods’ early support behind this exciting launch.”
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the September 5, 2025, blog titled “Dairy Foods Innovation Ingredient Trend: Collagen.”
  • LATTE THAT FOCUSES ON MILK (posted August 27, 2025)
  • Inspired Functional Brands offers Wild Calf, a line of shelf-stable coffee beverages described as being “powered with real dairy protein.”
  • The company uses ultrafiltered milk. Ultrafiltration removes the lactose and concentrates the protein.
  • Each 8-ounce beverage provides 8 grams of “complete, high-quality dairy protein, packed with essential amino acids.”
  • The drinks come in caramel, chocolate and vanilla flavors.
  • “Real dairy. Real protein. Zero lactose. Coffee that powers your day, naturally.”
  • RTD DAIRY PROTEINS WITH COLLAGEN (posted August 6, 2025)
  • Nestlé Health Science introduces Vital Proteins Collagen & Protein Shake.
  • Featuring a light chocolate flavor, one shelf-stable shake provides 30 grams of protein (from milk protein concentrate) to help fuel wellness goals and features 10 grams of collagen peptides to support hair, skin, nail, bone and joint health.
  • The Vital Proteins Collagen & Protein Shake is the brand’s first-ever ready-to-drink protein shake offering.
  • “People want their wellness routines to work harder, not be harder,” said Jill Abbott, Vice President of Marketing Strategy & Innovation at Vital Proteins. “The Vital Proteins Collagen & Protein Shake meets the moment with people looking for more protein, more benefits and more ease in their routine. The tag team of high-quality protein and our signature collagen peptides all in one convenient, great-tasting ready-to-drink beverage delivers on both function and format, and without compromise.”
  • Each 11-fluid ounce shake contains 0 grams added sugars, and no carrageenan, artificial sweeteners, colors or flavors.
  • The new shake is beginning to roll out in four-packs this month to Walmart stores nationwide with a suggested manufacturing price of $9.99, and in 18-packs at Costco locations nationwide beginning in September for a suggested manufacturing price of $29.99. Expansion to additional retailers is planned for later this year.
  • SPARKLING WHEY PROTEIN BEVERAGE (posted July 17, 2025)
  • Genius Gourmet introduces Clear Protein beverages.
  • The new sparkling clear whey protein isolate drink comes in Blue Raspberry, Fruit Punch and Orange flavors.
  • The shelf-stable, lactose-free beverage comes in a 12-fluid-ounce slim can and contains 90 calories and 20 grams of protein. They are free of artificial colors and preservatives.
  • “The way consumers want to consume protein is constantly evolving,” said Pete Vas Dias, President of Genius Gourmet. “As innovators, we wanted to reimagine what functional protein looks like beyond shake-type protein drinks. Most importantly, we wanted to craft a beverage that’s accessible for everyone, whether you’re a serious athlete or a parent looking for healthier options.”
  • Lance Rankin, Genius Gourmet CEO and former CEO & founder of Premier Protein, added, “This has been a dream of ours for a long time, and the technology is finally here. Made with high-quality whey isolate, these drinks are unlike anything else on the market, and we’re excited for people to get their first taste.”
  • DAIRY PROTEIN GETS MORE CONVENIENT (posted May 15, 2025)
  • Danone North America introduces shelf-stable Oikos Protein Shakes.
  • The company is shaking up the protein category by stepping outside the dairy aisle for the first time with the debut of Oikos Protein Shakes: a new line of no compromise, shelf-stable protein shakes.
  • Each ready-to-drink 12 fluid ounce bottle provides 30 grams of complete protein (from milk protein concentrate and micellular casein isolate) and 5 grams of prebiotic fiber (from inulin) with only 1 gram of sugar and 0 grams of added sugar. The beverage is sweetened with stevia.
  • Oikos Protein Shakes are available in three flavors: Chocolate, Salted Caramel and Vanilla.
  • GELATO-INSPIRED READY-TO-DRINK LATTES (posted May 1, 1025)
  • Starbucks grows its packaged beverage business with Frappuccino Lite Coffee Drink.
  • This new 100-calorie addition to the iconic bottled Frappuccino lineup comes in three gelato-inspired flavors: Creamy Vanilla, Double Chocolate and Sea Salt Caramel.
  • As low-calorie and reduced-sugar beverages remain a consumer preference, ease of preparation is emerging as a leading desire for coffee drinkers, with one-fourth valuing convenience above all, according to Mintel research. Millennials and Gen Z are seeking variety that satisfies cravings while fitting their evolving work and lifestyle needs throughout the week.
  • A 9.5-ounce bottle has a suggested retail price of $2.99.
  • EGG WHITES AND MILK PROTEINS UNITE (posted April 16, 2025)
  • Derovo is rolling out ready-to-drink (RTD) FullProtein, a refrigerated beverage that combines egg whites with milk protein and whey protein.
  • The Portuguese egg protein powder company is entering the RTD space with three flavors: Banana, Strawberry and Vanilla.
  • One 320-millilter carton provides 175 to 205 calories and 30 to 31 grams of protein, depending on flavor.
  • The beverages have no added sugars and contain less than 1 gram of lactose per 100 gram serving, according to labels.
  • NUTRIENT-DENSE, SHELF-STABLE DAIRY BEVERAGE (posted April 8, 2025)
  • Darigold Inc., introduces Protein Shakes.
  • Available in Chocolate and Vanilla flavors, each 14-ounce shake delivers 30 grams of high-quality protein, essential amino acids, electrolytes, and important vitamins and minerals.
  • The ready-to-drink beverage is also lactose-free and contains no added sugar.
  • Darigold Protein Shakes are the latest innovation from the farmer-owned dairy producer as it expands its portfolio of branded products, enters new markets and introduces new distribution channels.
  • The shelf-stable beverage is made with ultrafiltered skim milk and sweetened with a blend of allulose, monk fruit and stevia. It also contains lactase to eliminate any residual lactose after ultrafiltration.
  • One 14-ounce bottle contains 170 calories.
  • The launch comes as demand for protein-packed beverages continues to grow.
  • Research firm Mordor Intelligence estimates the market for ready-to-drink protein beverages at $1.8 billion worldwide, growing to $2.6 billion by 2030. North America represents the largest market, with the United States alone accounting for 58% of the market and a compound annual growth rate of more than 5% (compared to 7.7% worldwide).
  • Darigold Protein Shakes are now available nationwide at Amazon.com as well as select retailers.
  • LATTES FOR MENTAL HEALTH (posted March 20, 2025)
  • Ready-to-drink “happy” branded lattes feature real milk.
  • New York-based happy was founded by actor, entrepreneur and producer Robert Downey Jr. and Craig Dubitsky, an entrepreneur who helped launch brands such as hello, eos and method.
  • The happy 11-ounce slim can line comes in original (just cold brew) and three milk-based lattes: Caramel, Mocha and Vanilla.
  • One latte contains 220 to 230 calories, depending on variety, along with 4 grams of fat and 7 grams of protein.
  • Coffee is the first ingredient, followed by reduced-fat milk and sugar.
  • The company is on a mission to help rediscover and elevate the everyday, starting with coffee.
  • The company has partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the largest grassroots mental health organization in the U.S. to increase awareness and to help remove the stigma surrounding mental health. A QR code linking directly to NAMI is featured on every product to connect people to the support they need.
  • LATTES MADE WITH A2 MILK (posted March 12, 2025)
  • Laurel’s offers Gut Friendly Organic Lattes.
  • The shelf-stable beverages feature whole organic A2 milk as the first ingredient, which is recognized as being easier to digest.
  • The company currently markets Classic Latte and Dirty Chai Latte, with Matcha Latte rolling out soon.
  • An 8-ounce can has an 18-month unopened ambient shelf life and sells for about $3.99.
  • One can contains 130 calories, 4 grams of fat, 15 grams of sugar (10 grams are added sugars) and 4 grams of protein.
  • SUPER DUPER PROTEIN SHAKE (posted March 6, 2025)
  • Quest Nutrition adds ready-to-drink Quest Protein Milkshake.
  • This new 14-ounce shelf-stable line packs in 45 grams of dairy protein, making it the highest protein and leanest nutrition RTD dairy protein beverage in the market.
  • It comes in three varieties: Chocolate, Strawberry and Vanilla.
  • Each bottle contains 230 calories, 4 grams of fat, and 2 grams of sugar, none of which are added sugar.
  • DESSERT-INSPIRED PROTEIN SHAKES (posted January 16, 2025)
  • BellRing Brands introduces Premier Protein Indulgence.
  • The 11-ounce shelf-stable beverages comes in four varieties. They are: Chocolate Covered Strawberry, Decadent Dark Chocolate, Salted Caramel Truffle and White Chocolate Raspberry.
  • After water, the next two ingredients are milk protein concentrate and calcium caseinate.
  • The beverage is sweetened with sucralose and acesulfame potassium.
  • It’s also loaded with vitamins and minerals.
  • One beverage contains 170 calories, 30 grams of protein and only 3 grams of sugar.
  • WHEY-BASED GLP-1 DIET SHOT (posted December 23, 2024)
  • Nestle is test marketing Boost Pre-Meal Hunger Support Drink.
  • The shot-style drink formulation has been patented by the Swiss-based company.
  • Each 4.2-ounce shelf-stable bottle provides 10 grams of clinically studied “Power Protein,” 45 calories and 1 gram of sugar. It is sweetened with acesulfame potassium.
  • The initial offering comes in Mocha flavor.
  • When consumed 10 to 30 minutes before a meal, the special formula helps promote the body’s natural production of the hormone GLP-1 in response to a meal, according to the company.
  • LOW-FAT, HIGH-PROTEIN DAIRY BEVERAGE (posted December 18, 2024)
  • Nestle introduces Lindahls Pro Drinks in Sweden.
  • The 250-milliliter single-serve beverages feature skimmed milk and whey protein as the top-two ingredients.
  • One beverage contains 120 to 130 calories, 0.8 grams of fat, 20 grams of protein and 6.6 grams of carbohydrates.
  • Sweetness comes from aspartame and acesulfame potassium.
  • Flavors are Raspberry Vanilla and Tropical.
  • HIGH-PROTEIN SHELF-STABLE LATTE (posted December 9, 2024)
  • Quest introduces Iced Coffee.
  • The 10-ounce shelf-stable, plastic-bottled beverage come in two varieties: Mocha Latte and Vanilla Latte.
  • Coffee is the first ingredient, followed by cream, milk protein isolate and milk protein concentrate.
  • One bottle contains 90 calories, 3 grams of fat, 3 grams of fiber, 10 grams of protein, 1 gram of sugar (none are added) and 200 milligrams of caffeine.
  • Soluble corn fiber and sucralose assist with that nutrient profile.
  • DRINKABLE COOKIES, CREAM AND JAVA (posted April 12, 2018)
  • Dunkin’ Donuts grows its ready-to-drink coffee-milk line.
  • New Cookies & Cream joins Dunkin’s other ready-to-drink flavor favorites: Original, Mocha, Espresso and French Vanilla.
  • The Coca-Cola Company and its bottling partners have been manufacturing and distributing pre-packaged Dunkin’ Donuts branded bottled beverages since the beginning of 2017.
  • The bottled Dunkin’ Donuts Iced Coffee beverages are made according to Dunkin’ Donuts’ specifications using high-quality Arabica coffee blends with real milk and sugar, delivering the quality and great taste that millions of Dunkin’ Donuts guests have come to expect from the brand’s signature iced coffee served at its restaurants worldwide.
  • “Through our strong partnership with The Coca-Cola Company, we have quickly become a leader in the growing ready-to-drink coffee market,” says Brian Gilbert, vice president-retail business development, Dunkin’ Donuts U.S. “Cookies & Cream is a fun, delicious flavor, and we are excited to add it to the other flavors in our line-up as we head into the warmer spring and summer months. Our ready-to-drink bottled coffees are the perfect choice to enable our customers to run on Dunkin’ wherever they are.”
  • In 2017, according to IRI data, retail sales of Dunkin’ ready-to-drink bottled Iced Coffee exceeded $150 million within the first year of launching.
  • For more information, link HERE.
  • GREEN COFFEE LATTES (posted March 26, 2018)
  • Sunup introduces a new concept in ready-to-drink coffee.
  • The canned beverage looks and tastes like tea. In fact, the brand’s tagline is: Tastes like a tea. Energizes like a coffee.
  • “Our coffee tastes like green tea because we never roast the coffee beans,” says Nate Pealer, founder. “Using hot water and raw green coffee beans, we are still able to bring all the caffeine of a traditional coffee without any of the bitterness or traditional coffee flavor.”
  • The product came to fruition because Pealer always preferred coffee made from the lightest roasted beans. He learned that there’s no requirement to roast the beans in order to make coffee.
  • The line includes unsweetened and sweetened with cane sugar original, as well as latte versions of each.
  • The lattes are made with grass-fed organic whole milk.
  • For more information, link HERE.
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the March 16, 2018, blog titled "Natural Products Expo West 2018: Fresh dairy observations to influence your future innovations."
  • HIGH-PROTEIN, LOW-SUGAR REFRIGERATED SMOOTHIE (posted February 27, 2018)
  • Bolthouse Farms, a part of C-Fresh, a division of the Campbell Soup Company, introduces the Bolthouse Farms B line of products, a new platform of lower-sugar, super-premium refrigerated beverages.
  • The better-for-you Bolthouse Farms B Strong protein beverages contain 16 grams of protein (from whey) per 15.2-ounce bottle with 70% less sugar (16 grams total) than the leading refrigerated protein drink, according to the company. Monkfruit juice extract helps keep sugar content down.
  • The protein drink comes in Chocolate, Coffee, Vanilla and Vanilla Chai flavors.
  • There’s also new Bolthouse Farms B Balanced Smoothies, which contain 50% less sugar than the leading 100% juice smoothie and have no added sugar.
  • Free of artificial flavors and preservatives, and with a light consistency, the fruit and vegetable blended smoothies are available in four flavors. They are:
  • Berry: blackberry, strawberry and a touch of apple
  • Strawberry Banana: strawberry and banana
  • Sweet Green: kiwi, apple and pineapple with cucumber
  • Tropical: mango, passionfruit and guava
  • The beverages will roll out in March 2018 with a suggested retail price of $2.99 per 15.2 fl. ounce bottle.
  • For more information, link HERE.
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the February 9, 2018, blog titled "Cold Brew Coffee and Milk Make the Perfect Match.
  • To read more about this product, link HERE to the February 9, 2018, blog titled "Cold Brew Coffee and Milk Make the Perfect Match.
  • LIMITED-EDITION DRAFT LATTE (posted December 25, 2017)
  • La Colombe offered Peppermint Mocha this holiday season.
  • According to the company, new La Colombe Draft Latte allows on-the-go consumers to enjoy the full taste and texture of a true iced latte, complete with a frothy layer of silky foam.
  • Perfectly frothed milk, a shot of cold-pressed espresso, dark chocolate and peppermint extract, this limited-batch Draft Latte delivers a refreshing take on a holiday classic, with no artificial ingredients and a fraction of the sugar found in competing offerings.
  • In autumn, the company offered its first seasonal flavor of Draft Latte: Pumpkin Spice.
  • A single-serve 9-ounce can of Peppermint Mocha contains 120 calories, 4 grams of fat, 7 grams of protein and 13 grams of sugar.
  • What sets this product apart from other ready-to-drink lattes is the special pressurized can that froths the ingredients when you crack it open, according to the company.
  • For more information, link HERE.