BROOKLYN, NEW YORK (March 20, 2012) – RealBeanz, a delectable new RTD gourmet iced coffee combining the finest components of coffee, premium-brewed beans and artificial growth hormone-free milk (rSBT free), with functional ingredients such as vitamins and herbs, announced today its national availability with new distribution agreements in the Northeast Corridor, Mid-Atlantic, Southern and Western regions of the U.S. The new agreements bring RealBeanz to thousands of retailers, and signify the brand’s elevation to nationwide availability.
New Distribution Agreements Equal Widespread Availability
RealBeanz is now available widely throughout New Jersey and New York State, with new availability in the Long Island area via its agreement with Eastern Distributing; and Rockland County through Saratoga County, NY with Gasko & Meyer. RealBeanz has been available throughout the five boroughs of New York City since its launch in 2011. Distribution deals with Fisher Thompson and JD Beverage bring RealBeanz to thousands of retail outlets throughout Western and Northern New Jersey.
New England is now a RealBeanz hot spot, with Connecticut and Rhode Island availability via Northeast Beverages; New Hampshire availability with Great States and Massachusetts with Blue Coast Distributing.
Distribution arrangements with HANA FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, Lifestyle Beverages, Norman Distribution, Bills Distribution and Nature’s Best allocates RealBeanz in the areas consisting of Maryland; Virginia; Washington D.C.; North Carolina; Chicago; Alaska; California and Texas.
To further mark RealBeanz’ identity as a national brand, UNFI (United Natural Foods), a leading national distributor of natural foods and beverages, will now distribute RealBeanz through its Warehouses on the East Coast and West Coast making the iced coffee available in their Dayville, CT; Chesterfield, NH; York, PA; Atlanta, GA and Sarasota, FL facilities. The agreement also affords availability in UNFI’s West Coast facilities in Rocklin, CA; Moreno Valley, CA; Aurora, CO and Lancaster, TX.
Top-Tier Brand Alliances for the Beanz
RealBeanz has also been making important partnerships with major retailers and top-tier national brands. RealBeanz is now available in Whole Foods Markets in the South, from Georgia to North Carolina, as well as Northern and Southern California, Florida State and the Northeast Corridor. Furthermore, beginning in June 2012, RealBeanz will be stocked in the cold cases of 251 Safeway Markets throughout the country.
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, one the country’s most talked about new resorts, and arguably the hot spot of the Las Vegas Strip, is the newest home of RealBeanz. Five of the Cosmopolitan’s retail outlets will sell the iced coffee.
“RealBeanz is a great choice for its functionality, array of flavors and, most importantly, its taste,” said Avi Blau, founder of RealBeanz. “We are proud to be bringing this delicious product to more people throughout the country.”
"When we joined forces with RealBeanz, we knew this was a product that could go the distance with consumers," said Robert Corsaro, Managing Partner of Cascadia Managing Brands. "We are thrilled to have inked so many new distribution agreements that make RealBeanz available to iced coffee drinkers across the country."
About RealBeanz:
Founded in 2010 in Brooklyn, New York, RealBeanz is a ready-to-drink gourmet iced coffee company combining the finest components of coffee, premium-brewed beans and artificial growth hormone-free milk (rSBT free) with functional ingredients such as vitamins and herbs. Currently available in five flavors and personalities – Cappuccino/Energize, Caramel/Focus, Vanilla Nut/Relax, Mocha/Resist and Diet Cappuccino/Trim & Fit – each variety aims to satisfy health-conscious consumers without the extra calories while helping to enhance their lifestyles. For more information, please visit www.realbeanz.com, “like” RealBeanz on Facebook and follow on Twitter @RealBeanz.
About Cascadia Managing Brands:
Cascadia Managing Brands is a leading consumer packaged goods brand management firm with deep expertise across all key areas of the food and beverage business including planning, sales, marketing, training, finance, operations, logistics and general management. Together they have over 70 years of beverage experience including Evian, Snapple, PepsiCo, Nabisco, Nantucket Nectars, Carvel, Fresh Samantha (Odwalla), Naked Juice, The Switch, Clearly Canadian, Zico, Hint and many more. Together Cascadia has over 70 years of beverage experience including Evian, Snapple, PepsiCo, Nabisco, Nantucket Nectars, Carvel, Fresh Samantha (Odwalla), Naked Juice, The Switch, Clearly Canadian, Zico, Hint and many more. For more information please visit www.cascadiamanagingbrands.com, “like” Cascadia Managing Brands on Facebook and follow on Twitter @CascadiaBrands.
Ridgewood, NJ (Sept. 9, 2011) - Cascadia Managing Brands’ Bill Sipper will addres the 8th Global Bottled Water Congress in Rio De Janiero, Brazil on Thrusday September 15, 2011. Mr. Sipper will be discussed the Enhanced Bottled Water Category in the United States and up and coming brands. His presentation will be followed by a 30 minute question and answer session.
The 2011 Global Bottled Water Congress is taking place in one of the world’s most exciting markets, which has recognized the benefits of natural mineral water and good hydration. In the current economic climate, it is all the more important to reaffirm the credentials of branded water choice and packaged water practicality. The conference sessions will focus on the key business priorities that make future industry growth such a Clear opportunity.
Now in its 8th year, the Congress is designed for industry leaders, suppliers, customers and analysts to gain a complete overview of the latest trends and thinking across all continents from top companies in each region, with extensive time for informal networking and discussion.
Other speakers will include Patrick Lemoine, Senior Vice President - Latin America for Nestlé Waters, Emma Budzisz-Dudenhoeffer, Global Director, Water & Enhanced Hydration for The Coca-Cola Company, Pierluigi Tosato, Chief Executive Officer of Acqua Minerale San Benedetto SpA, Italy, Dillon Schickli, Chief Executive Officer of DS Waters of America Inc, United States, Ross Colbert, Executive Director, Global Strategist - Beverages for Rabobank International, Fabio degli Esposti, International Business Unit Director for Sanpellegrino SpA, Italy, Eric Lewis, Glacéau Global Brand Director for The Coca-Cola Company, and many others.
About Cascadia Managing Brands
The Experienced View. Cascadia Managing Brands offers deep expertise across all key functions and areas of the food and beverage industry. We are directly responsible for strategies and programs that helped brands leaders become brand leaders. Cascadia Managing Brands helps brands reach critical mass faster, cheaper, better, and smarter. From Business Plan Development to the actual execution of the plan, from strict consulting advice to managing your sales plan; Cascadia Managing Brands is the outsourced resource for large and small beverage companies alike.
Over 70 years of food and beverage experience including Evian, Snapple, PepsiCo, Nabisco, Nantucket Nectars, Carvel, Fresh Samantha (Odwalla), Naked Juice, The Switch, Clearly Canadian and many more. References available upon request.
For more information about Cascadia Managing Brands please visit us at www.cascadiamanagingbrands.com.
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NEW YORK, June 29, 2011 -- WAT-AAH!, the first functional water for kids, is proud to be the exclusive beverage for Camplified, the 2011 nationwide touring rock concert celebrating its 10th anniversary. The concert will feature young Radio Disney and emerging musical artists and performers. Camplified's 10th annual summer tour is organized by Hear Here LLC, a derivative of Primary Wave Music, and kicks off on Saturday, July 2. They will be traveling for 6 weeks to over 60 participating summer camps across the United States, including New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, New England, Carolinas, Florida, California and parts of the Midwest. Approximately 100,000 campers, families, and counselors will experience a "VIP all access pas" to a 90-minute concert and meet and greets, and a daylong interaction with the performing bands and artists. Three million more fans will participate virally with access to interviews and segments of the multiple performances.
"We are very excited to be once again involved with Camplified and to help promote young and talented kids who are persevering and working hard to realize their dreams to become music stars. At the same time, we see this as a fun opportunity to spread our message of healthy hydration," says Rose Cameron, founder of WAT-AAH!.
Specifically, WAT-AAH! will develop a print and viral campaign to aggressively promote the young artists in Camplified by posting detailed profiles, performances and clips of their work. WAT-AAH! will also be present throughout the tour, providing all participants with products, merchandise and conducting fun contests and giveaways.
The Camplified concert line-ups will feature Radio Disney artists and up-and-coming names such as Jessarae, McKenzie Comer, BRKN RBTZ, Jenny and Ashley, Beyond the Summit, and many more. Other partnering sponsors include Cartoon Network, Scholastic, ReverbNation, YuGiOh, William Rast, Deos, ISafe, and IGA. For more information on the tour, artists, and participating sponsors, visit www.camplified.com.
Chicago, IL (July 19, 2011) - MADE Drinks Company is coming clean on the green, Green Tea that is. With a new label that will promote the dominate ingredient, MADE still has the delicious combination of organic fruit juices and organic Green Tea. But it’s all about the Green.
“We were trying to be all things to all people, but now we have a label that is more easily understood by the consumer. We are a Green Tea drink, with real, organic fruit juices that have always given MADE that unique, refreshing taste” says owner and founder Charley Snell
MADE’s new labels will be hitting store shelves at the end of July. The label will showcase a new logo and clearly communicate that MADE is a Green Tea Drink. MADE is also manufactured in an environmentally friendly way, with aseptic packaging that means no refrigeration is required.
“It’s another way we are green” says Snell, “I started MADE with the dream of bringing organics to more people. I think organic ingredients are best for the earth and best for our bodies.”
MADE still comes in five luscious flavors, Raspberry Peach, Blueberry Lemon, Pomegranate Lemon, Strawberry Lemon and Blackberry Peach
About MADE Drinks Company
MADE is a Chicago-based, conscious company in business to make products that support good lifestyles for people who pay attention. MADE is committed to bringing refreshment made with organic and natural products to thirsty people everywhere while remaining committed to being honest about processes, practices and materials. MADE Drinks Company distributes the MADE® line of organic drinks. For more information visit: www.madedrinks.com or call 847-386-6670.
Best New Product Award at the World Tea Expo
Buyer’s Choice 2011 Ready to Drink North American Tea Championship
2nd place North American Tea Championship
Aventura, FL, July 6, 2011--Chantea, a unique, all natural blend of Green Tea infused with Aloe Vera Pulp has won the Best New Product Award at the World Tea Expo and Buyer’s Choice 2011 Best Ready to Drink Tea at the North American Tea Championship in Las Vegas, NV. World Tea Expo is the largest trade show and conference in the world for tea; it’s the three days each year when industry professionals connect face-to-face to unveil new products, optimize merchandise, gain extensive product knowledge and network with peers.
Developed by Gourmetti Brands, Chantea is a tasty brew with a purpose™ for the health conscious consumer. Chantea RTD Teas are a unique and innovative addition to the marketplace, with its authentic brew made from green tea leaves and functional aloe vera pulp ingredient. Dating back thousands of years, Aloe Vera has been consumed to support the digestive system, boost immune function, and increase the absorption of Vitamins C and E. Chantea’s Aloe Vera content adds a wellness component to what many consumers consider to be their drink of choice.
All Chantea beverages combine green tea infusion with real Aloe Vera pulp; there are no powders, concentrates or preservatives. Chantea is available in four delicious varieties: Original, Passion Fruit, Peach and Lemon. Chantea Passion Fruit was also recently awarded 2nd place in the North American Tea Championship in the RTD green tea category.
“Chantea combines the health benefits of the Ready to Drink Tea Category and the Aloe Vera Category, both fast growing segments in the beverage industry,” said Diana Cruz, Marketing Manager at Chantea “We are happy the judges have confirmed our beliefs and the opinions of our consumers.”
For those of you looking for ready to drink tea, Chantea satisfies your taste buds and fuels your health, a wellness drink with an exotic twist. For more information contact us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our website www.chantea.co
