5 minute read
Elmhurst 1925 Unsweetened Milked Oats Available at Publix Stores
Elmhurst 1925, maker of plant-based products, has expanded distribution of its best-selling, simply-made Unsweetened Milked Oats in more than 1,350 Publix stores throughout Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, Tennessee and Virginia
All across the United States, the plantbased market continues to show a growing number of consumers are seeking cleanerlabel dair y alternatives, according to Elmhurst Unlike other plant-based milks, filled with unnecessar y additives, Elmhurst’s popular Unsweetened Milked Oats is one of the cleanest oat milk options in the categor y, with an ingredient panel consisting of only three ingredients: real whole-grain oats, water and salt This oat milk formula includes the highest dietary fiber content in the industry, at 3g per serving The brand has also packed in more whole-grain oats than ever before, loading this beverage with 25g of whole grains for 52 percent of the daily recommended serving, to help keep your heart healthy, support good cholesterol levels and keep you full
“We’re proud to offer Publix shoppers an oat milk they can get more from and feel good about,” said Heba Mahmoud, senior director of brand marketing at Elmhurst “Our Unsweetened Milked Oats is crafted without any of the added junk found in other oat milks, without sacrific- ing any flavor or texture
“We’re thrilled that Publix will now be stocking their shelves with this clean-label plant milk, catering to all shoppers looking to simplify their grocer y and ingredient lists ”
With health for people and the planet top of mind, Unsweetened Milked Oats is certified vegan, gluten free, Non-GMO Project verified, dairy free, OU kosher and free of added sugars, artificial flavor, carrageenan, gums or other emulsifiers
Like all Elmhurst products, this clean beverage is crafted through a patented process, the HydroRelease method, which uses just water to separate components of the grain and reassembles them as a creamy, ready-to-drink beverage This process maintains the nutrition of the raw oats which offer optimal benefits and creamy texture without the need for added gums or emulsifiers
This zero-waste process also upcycles any waste into renewable energy, and is powered by 100 percent renewable hydroelectric power As a part of Elmhurst’s ongoing recycling program, all cartons are made 100 percent recyclable, made from FSC certified paperboard saving approximately 10,0000 mature trees annually, driving sustainability each step of the way
The Unsweetened Milked Oats are available in 32-ounce cartons with an SRP of $6 99 GN
Sweegen’s Ultratia Brazzein Technology
Gains GRAS Status, Debuts Line in July
Sweegen’s sweet protein Ultratia brazzein technology received the Generally Recognized As Safe status from the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association
“Our customers and the industry have eagerly anticipated our brazzein FEMA GRAS status, and now we are excited to offer it as the star sweet protein in our Sweetensify Flavors Collection,” said Luca Giannone, SVP of sales “We’re pleased to demonstrate our Ultratia brazzein in the newly launched Sweetensify Flavors Collection at the IFT First trade show in Chicago July 17-19 ”
Sweegen is the first to attain FEMA GRAS status and to produce brazzein commercially globally The designation is important because it allows manufacturers to use Sweegen’s Sweetensify Flavors confidently, including the novel sweet protein brazzein in their product formulations
Brazzein’s characteristics make it special; its commercialization and scaling have been challenging until now Brazzein is a rare sweet protein that originates from the fruit of the West African climbing plant oubli To produce brazzein sustainably, Sweegen uses a proprietary precision fermentation process that creates clean, highpurity ingredients
“This important milestone in food and beverage creation symbolizes Sweegen delivering on its promise to brands for opening doors to scalable state-of-the-art technology for creating better-for-everyone food and beverages,” said Hadi Omrani, VP of technical and regulatory affairs “The FEMA GRAS status is a testament to the safety of brazzein as a flavor modifier that our customers can trust to explore new and exciting taste-modulating solutions ”
Sweetensify Flavors for taste modulation improves and modulates a variety of taste attributes, which can help brands push the boundaries of healthier product innovation Brazzein’s exceptional formulation qualities inspired Sweegen to launch Sweentisify Flavors in April It is the newest flavor tool starring its novel sweet protein Ultratia brazzein, which also features thaumatin II and other unique proteins
“Sweegen’s product development teams have discovered remarkable synergies between Sweetensify Flavors and our Signature Stevia systems,” said Casey McCormick, VP of global innovation
Sweet proteins such as brazzein have an affinity for different taste receptors on the tongue, especially the receptor known as T1R3, which is associated with both umami and sweetness perception Leveraging this unique attribute, Sweetensify Flavors will enable product developers to
Ardagh Glass, Sprecher Brewing Partner on Beer, Beverage Bottles
Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America has reached a supply agreement with Sprecher Brewing Company to continue to manufacture all of its glass beer and beverage bottles, including their recently redesigned custom 16-ounce glass bottle
Utilizing the Vision4GlassS approach, the Sprecher Brewing Company team collaborated directly with AGP – North America’s product design team to refresh their custom glass bottle Using a sculptured embossing process, Ardagh was able to bring the true spirit and feel of family with an updated and enlarged embossed shoulder decoration of the family name
The partnership continues the connection between Milwaukee’s original craft brewer y and Ardagh’s Burlington, Wis , glass manufacturing facility, helping to keep the brewer y ’ s commitment to stay local and sustainable
In addition to the locally sourced glass bottles, Sprecher’s craft sodas use superior, locally sourced ingredients, including pure raw wild-flower honey, that is fire-brewed in small batch kettles to deliver its best-inclass, bold flavor
“In today’s world, people want an affordable indulgence – a special experience they can share with family and friends at parties and special events,” said Sharad Chadha, president and CEO of Sprecher Brewing Company “Sprecher’s craft sodas deliver this in an attractive, custom 16-ounce glass bottle a staple of our brand The high-quality glass bottles provide premium shelf appeal, and a vessel for locking in freshness to protect the taste and flavor of our products Sprecher truly represents happiness in a bottle ”
Glass bottles are 100 percent and endlessly recyclable, and they can go from the recycling bin to the store shelf in as little as 30 days Glass beverage bottles preserve the true taste of the product and deliver great shelf appeal and brand differentiation in a premium, sustainable package
“Ardagh Glass Packaging is proud to partner with Sprecher Brewing Company to provide consumers with high-quality, American-made glass beer and beverage bottles while helping the brewer y meet maintain the quality of characteristic flavors and sweetness while reducing the amount of sugar they use in products
“Sweegen’s Ultratia brazzein has received great feedback from our customers during the initial formulations phase and tastings,” McCormick said “Now, the timing of the FEMA GRAS status perfectly coincides with the launch of Sweegen’s Sweetensify Flavors, which offers the best sensory experience in better-for-everyone products ”
Sweegen recently attained FEMA GRAS status for thaumatin II, a sweet protein complementary to brazzein With the addition of brazzein, Sweegen continues to expand its portfolio of safe and effective taste modulating flavors that can help food and beverage manufacturers meet the demand for healthier and delicious products to align with consumers ’ holistic approaches to wellness GN their brand and sustainability goals,” said Rush Markan, vice president, beer and beverage for AGP – North America
For more than 125 years, Ardagh has been producing innovative glass bottles and jars in the United States and offers a wide selection of glass packaging in a variety of colors, sizes, styles and finishes GN
