Continuing its track record of successful flavour innovation, Red Bull is introducing its latest Summer Edition White Peach, available across all channels from 2 March.
With each Red Bull Summer Edition helping to add significant growth to the overall Red Bull Editions portfolio, the latest limited-edition hopes to continue the trend of introducing new shoppers and incremental value to the category.
Red Bull Summer Edition White Peach looks to be popular, with many saying they would be likely to purchase a white peach flavoured Energy Drink, particularly younger shoppers. Including notes of white peach, enhanced by a touch of citrus peel that adds some zest and complexity, the variant has a smooth and floral finish, with a hint of ambrette that creates an aromatic sensation. Feedback has been widely positive, with consumers saying the new flavour sounds "refreshing", "premium", "tasty" and "unique".
Demand for Flavoured Energy Drinks has never been stronger, acting as an entry point to the category making it a key area to driving penetration and recruiting new shoppers. Red Bull is a motivating force behind flavours, and NPD has been largely incremental, with many of the shoppers that bought into the flavoured Editions range being new to the brand. Editions have also driven fast growth for the category, accounting for nearly a third of all Functional Energy flavoured growth this year.
Newness and variety are key, with Energy Drink consumers wanting to buy across a variety of flavours, and Red Bull Summer Edition White Peach, taps into this demand with a new and exciting option.
Red Bull Summer Edition White Peach will be available in 250ml plain (RRP: £1.70) and £1.65 PMC cans as well as Sugarfree 355ml can (RRP: £2.10) and 250ml can 4-pack (RRP: £5.40).
Kopparbergis launching two new ciders onto the market, shaking up its vintage range with the launch of Sweet Vintage Apple Cider, and turning up the tropical vibes with its latest flavour launch – Mango.
Following the success of Sweet Vintage Pear, this new Sweet Vintage Apple addition delivers a sweet, full-bodied apple cider at seven per cent ABV – capturing the essence of perfectly ripened apples in every sip.
Sweet Vintage Apple offers a fresh, high-ABV alternative to traditionally dry vintage ciders. Staying true to Kopparberg’s signature flavour, it’s the ultimate choice for cider lovers looking for a sweeter, higher ABV experience.
“Our Sweet Vintage Apple Cider is all about bringing bold, refreshing flavour with a sweeter twist than other, more dry offerings within the vintage category," said Axel Tulip, Senior Customer Marketing Manager at Kopparberg. "At seven per cent ABV, it’s the perfect choice for those who love a fuller, sweeter cider without compromising on the unmistakable Kopparberg character.”
Kopparberg has the highest penetration of any beer or cider brand. Now, Sweet Vintage Apple gives drinkers a bold new way to enjoy the refreshment they expect – available in a 500ml can, it delivers the perfect serve every time.
Meanwhile, landing in stores from 10 March is new Mango flavour. This 3.4 per cent ABV cider is set to shake up the category, delivering a bold new taste that fruit cider lovers won’t want to miss.
Blending the tropical sweetness of mango with the crisp refreshment of Kopparberg’s signature apple cider, this new release brings a fresh twist to the fruit cider aisle. Designed to meet the evolving tastes of drinkers, Mango offers a vibrant, refreshing tropical taste, Mango is available in both a 330ml can and a 500ml bottle.
“At Kopparberg, taste is everything—we know what drinkers love, and no one understands young adult consumers and taste trends better than us," added Axel Tulip. "With demand for new, exciting flavours on the rise, we’re hyped to bring Kopparberg Mango to market in 2025. It’s all about giving cider lovers more of what they crave – bold, refreshing flavours from a brand they know and love.”
Kopparberg Launches Sweet Vintage Apple and Mango Ciders in 2025
KP Snacks’ iconic bear-shaped snack, Pom-Bear, is back on TV this month.
With a new media investment, Pom-Bear has returned to TV for six weeks, driving brand awareness. First launched in September 2024, the engaging ad captures a playful moment between a father and daughter as they enjoy a pack of Pom-Bear, tapping into the brand’s fun, family-friendly identity and encouraging parents to enjoy light-hearted moments with their children.
Featuring the tagline, “Put a little Pom in your Day,” the creative is designed to boost awareness of the brand which was expanded last year with new Cheese and BBQ flavours. Following the advert’s first run last year, the brand saw strong growth, up +17 per cent YOY.
“At Pom-Bear, we believe in adding a little fun to every day with great-tasting snacks," said Rachel Horrell, Senior Brand Manager at KP Snacks. "We’re thrilled to see the brand returning to TV with an advert that reflects the joy of family snacking occasions, continuing to improve brand awareness. The advert has been really well received by consumers, creating a sense of warmth and happiness which has driven an uplift in sales.”
Pom-Bear is worth £35m and growing ahead of total bagged snacks.
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Becky Allan, Marketing Manager at Takis, discussing the launch
Cult snack brand Takis is set to spice up aisles up and down the country with the launch of Blue Heat – the latest addition to its bold and intensely flavoured range of rolled tortilla chips. Following huge success in international markets, the striking blue snack that is the brand’s number two flavour in the US, will be available nationwide from 5 March onwards, rolling out through the convenience channel via wholesalers.
The launch taps into the continued demand for spicy snacks in the UK. The bagged snacks category continues to grow and is now worth £4.19bn in value, and within that, the “Heat” segment is out-performing total crisps at +nine per cent value sales in the last year. Takis is perfectly placed to cater to this demand as the brand is outperforming the market, growing in value sales by 10 per cent in the last year.
“There is no denying that UK consumers love a bit of spice,” said Becky Allan, Marketing Manager, Takis, said: Gen Z in particular are leading the way with this and becoming more adventurous in their snack options. Takis Blue Heat has already seen incredible success in international markets, garnering a huge cult following. With its unmatched intensity across heat, flavour and visual appeal this new launch is set to resonate strongly with UK consumers and drive further growth within the category.”
Already a fan favourite across the globe, Takis Blue Heat delivers an explosive combination of chilli and lime flavours, designed for those who crave adventure in their snacking experience. The bold new offering joins the brand's popular lineup, which includes best-sellers Fuego and Dragon Sweet Chilli.
Retailers can get their stock from the below wholesalers:
Booker Wholesale UK: 55g PMP (£1.25) from 5 March
Bestway: 100g (£2) from 10 March
Dhamecha Group 55g PMP (£1.25) and 100g (£2) from 10 March
With the launch of its latest campaign – Deliciously Ugly – Quaker is leveraging popular shopper breakfast demands to present Quaker as a deliciously real and deliciously tasty breakfast option. Aiming to continue to support retailers in making the most of the Cereals category, Quaker is also partnering with the National Trust and National Trust for Scotland to allow retailers to reward shoppers and their families through the brand’s latest on-pack promotion*.
Tapping into the key shopper need state for a tasty and convenient breakfast option, Quaker’s Deliciously Ugly campaign is allowing retailers to cater to consumers who are on the hunt for a naturally healthy breakfast, without the need to compromise on great taste. As Great Britain’s number one Hot Cereals brand, delivering 48.2 per cent of segment sales, the campaign aims to amplify Quaker’s position as firmly driving the category forwards, helping retailers to boost their Hot Cereal sales long-term.
Additionally, shoppers who purchase a promotional pack of Quaker’s Oat So Simple sachets and complete the entry requirements* will be in with the chance of winning a family day pass to a participating National Trust or National Trust for Scotland location. Tying into the time it takes to make a bowl of Quaker Oat So Simple porridge, the promotion will see consumers win every two minutes from 7-9am, with 2,520 passes up for grabs. What’s more, all entrants who do not win a National Trust or National Trust for Scotland one-time-entry family pass will receive a discount code for 25 per cent off standard admission tickets for up to 5 people at participating National Trust properties. Alongside this, a wrap up prize draw is also set to see 10 shoppers win a £50 cash prize.
“We have seen shoppers seeking healthier breakfast options for some time now," said Divesh Parmar, Quaker General Manager at PepsiCo. "However, we also know that they aren’t willing to compromise on convenience or taste to achieve this – particularly with taste being the primary driver of brand choice within breakfast cereals. Oats are already perceived as a nutritious breakfast option and our Deliciously Ugly campaign emphasises the great taste and convenience of our Oat So Simple sachets, even though they can look a little ugly! We want to ensure Quaker remains front of mind for shoppers when stocking up for their breakfast.
“Alongside this, we want to further drive purchase, whilst supporting retailers in connecting with their shoppers through our latest National Trust on-pack promotion. With prizes for everyone, retailers can offer their shoppers the chance to win real experiences whilst boosting basket spend. Ultimately, this campaign reinforces that while oats may not be the most beautiful breakfast, they are tasty, healthy, convenient and fun.”
Quaker’s Deliciously Ugly campaign will span OOH, Print, Radio, Social and Digital platforms from now until 24March 2025. The National Trust and National Trust for Scotland partnership is running now until 11March across selected Quaker Oat So Simple sachets**.
* UK 18+. Instant Win: 07:00 29/01/25 – 09:00 11/03/25. Enter between 07:00 and 09:00 each day. Purchase necessary. Retain pack. Internet access required. Instant Win Prizes: 1 x National Trust or National Trust for Scotland one-time-entry family pass to be won each 2 minutes during breakfast time, allocated via random winning moments (2,520 in total). National Trust passes must be used by 04/04/25. National Trust for Scotland passes must be used by 30/06/2025. Wrap Up Draw: 09:00 11/03/25 – 23:59 11/06/25. All entries received during the Wrap Up Draw Period will be entered into a Prize draw for the chance to win 1 of 10 x £50 cash Prizes. Max 1 entry per person per day. Max 1 Instant Win and 1 Wrap Up Draw Prize per person. Single Prize pool across all promotional products. See www.joy-pepsico.eu/en-gb/promotions/quaker/daysout for full T&Cs and Prize details. Promoter: Walkers Snacks Ltd, 450 South Oak Way, Green Park, Reading, RG2 6UW.
**Quaker Original, Golden Syrup, Apple & Blueberry, Raisin Cranberry Apple, Caramelised Biscuit and Chocolate sachet SKUs
Molson Coors Beverage Company is launching Madrí Excepcional 0.0%, a zero-alcohol version of its popular Spanish style lager as consumer demand for no- and low-alcohol world beer continues to grow.
The alcohol-free lager, created in partnership with La Sagra brewery in Spain, will hit supermarket and convenience shelves across the UK from March 2025, with listings already secured, including Waitrose.
The number of drinkers choosing to moderate has also increased dramatically, up by 2.2m between 2016 and 2023, with more than half (53 per cent) of 18–34-year-olds, and 59 per cent of Britain’s total adult population now trying to drink less alcohol. Some 64 per cent of these no- and low-alcohol drinkers do so during at-home occasions.
Sophie Mitchell, Marketing Controller at Madrí Excepcional, said, “Consumers increasingly expect to see a no- and low-alcohol versions of their favourite beers. With Madri Excepcional fast becoming the flagship brand in the world beer category, launching 0.0% is a natural evolution for us.
“It means consumers can stick with one of their favourite beers, even when looking to moderate, and enables retailers to better cater for a growing no- and low-alcohol market, while still tapping into the popularity of the Madri Excepcional brand.”
Madrí Excepcional is now the no.5 world beer brand, and the 6th fastest growing of the top 20 lagers in the GB off trade], worth over £123m in retail and growing sales by 9.3% over the last year].
The 0.0% version, which will launch in 4x330ml glass bottle multipacks, is created using cutting edge technology to remove alcohol which retains the refreshing flavour drinkers expect from Madrí Excepcional.
Simon Smith, Head of R&D and Innovation at Molson Coors Beverage Company, said: “Madri Excepcional 0.0% is brewed using cutting edge technology which is proven to retain the best flavour and quality, resulting in the same well-rounded taste profile as Madrí Excepcional, and a crisp, clean and refreshing beer full of flavour and aroma.”
In consumer testing, Madrí Excepcional 0.0% was preferred to other zero-alcohol world beers for taste, appearance, aftertaste and mouthfeel.
The rollout will be backed by a multi-million-pound marketing campaign, including advertising, PR, paid social, and a programme of influencer activity. Madrí Excepcional and its alcohol-free variant will both appear in a brand-new TV ad later this year.
Madrí Excepcional will be unveiling a new experience on its Conectada platform to support the launch of Madrí Excepcional 0.0% in April 2025.