Just in time for summer sipping, Target Corp., Minneapolis, introduced a line of private-label, lightly sweetened, ready-to-drink flavored teas in 16.9-fluid-ounce plastic bottles.
The Tazo Zero Calorie Iced Tea line, which initially launched in spring 2010 with three consumer-favorite flavors - Passion, Refresh and Zen - has grown more than 20% in natural channels, according to Portland, Ore.-based Tazo Tea, a part of Starbucks Corp., Seattle.
In April, the Pepsi Lipton Tea Partnership, Purchase, N.Y., introduced 100% Natural Lipton Iced Tea, a new line of beverages with a simple, all-natural ingredient list.
Japan’s Ohayo Dairy Products has partnered with the women’s lifestyle magazine Hanako to create a ready-to-drink smoothie designed for women’s nutritional needs and flavor preferences.
Beginning July 2011, Dannon Co., White Plains, N.Y., will offer foodservice operators ready-to-serve Strawberry & Granola Parfait made with Lowfat Activia Yogurt.