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6. S&D Coffee & Tea Infused Beverages
7. Jack Link’s Zero Sugar Beef Jerky
8. Crunchmaster Grain-Free Crackers
Inspired by the traditional agua fresca, S&D Coffee & Tea introduces a line of infused beverages that features eight drink varieties made with real fruit juice, real cane sugar and natural flavors. The varieties include Black Cherry Citrus, Blackberry Lemonade, Cucumber Lime, Ginger Pear, Mango Lemonade, Orange Passionfruit (reduced-sugar), Papaya Pineapple, and Strawberry Watermelon. Non-carbonated and caffeine-free, the infused beverages align with the latest consumer demands for lighter refreshment in a variety of fresh and fun flavors, the company noted. S&D Coffee & Tea Concord, N.C. (800) 933-2210 sdcoffeetea.com
Jack Link’s Protein Snacks introduces a zero-sugar beef jerky with all the satisfying flavor that Jack Link’s fans have come to love. Jack Link’s Zero Sugar Beef Jerky is inspired by the original, iconic Link family recipe and made with 100 percent lean-meat beef. It provides more than 30 grams of protein in one bag. The suggested retail price for a 2.3-ounce bag is $5.99, and $7.99 for a 4.7-ounce bag. Link Snacks Inc. Minong, Wis. jacklinks.com
Crunchmaster released a new line of grain-free crackers. The crunchy, baked crackers are made from cassava flour and other grain-free ingredients for a simple, savory taste. The new product is available in three varieties, two of which are vegan: Lightly Salted, Mediterranean Herb, and Romano, Asiago & Cheddar. Being touted as the next big superfood, the primary ingredient in Crunchmaster Grain-Free Crackers is cassava, a root vegetable native to South America. Along with the brand pillars of being gluten-free and made with no artificial flavors and colors, the new line is made with non-GMO ingredients for clean label, on-trend and flavorful snacking. TH Foods Inc. Loves Park, Ill. thfoods.com
10. Hempire Rolling Paper Hempire, a Swisher brand, is the first all-natural, 100-percent hemp rolling paper available in the United States that delivers what customers are looking for in a clean smoking experience, according to the maker. The brand currently offers 11 different quality papers, rolls, tips and packs to satisfy any customer. The products are manufactured with European expertise, using vegan, pesticide-free and leadfree hemp. Hempire also uses innovative packaging with visible brand elements and unique cello wrappers to combat paper staleness and ensure maximum freshness. Swisher International Jacksonville, Fla. (800) 874-9720 swisher.com/product/hempire
9. Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage Bites Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage Bites can help convenience store operators enhance their all-day breakfast offering. The product is fully cooked and easy to prepare in conventional ovens, microwaves, TurboChef ovens or convection ovens, and will hold up to four hours in a warmer. With their fluffy pancake coating, savory sausage center and convenient format, Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage Bites are the perfect onthe-go finger food to help drive traffic at any time of day, according to Tyson Foodservice. Tyson Foodservice Springdale, Ark. tysonfoodservice.com
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