March 1, 2012
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Although I’m not in love with the conventional-looking packaging design, a scan of this functional beverage’s ingredient list does prove impressive: water, organic agave, agave fiber and added nutrients. Even more impressive is that the sporty beverage boasts B vitamins and a surprising 5 grams of fiber per 60-calorie serving.assurewater.com
The coffee fruit in this stevia-sweetened beverage helps it pack a significant punch of antioxidants. Even better, though, is how this drink tastes—like a refreshing Orange Julius minus the sugar and cream. I consider it the Vitamin Water for the natural crowd. Oh, and did I mention each serving has only 5 calories?drinkbai.com
Here’s a soda for grown-ups—sans all that unneeded sugar. The perfectly named Hint Fizz offers just the essence of refreshing fruit flavor and zero calories. Also cool are inside-bottle labels reflecting fruit-images of a given flavor. This latest peach option reminds me of lazy summer days and backyard BBQs.drinkhint.com
This USDA-certified organic beverage provides hydration with a capsaicin kick. What’s capsaicin? It’s the powerful antioxidant that gives chili peppers their spice. What’s more, capsaicin is shown to boost metabolism and aid circulation. Although I’m not sure this product delivers an efficacious dose of the nutrient, one sip certainly made my tongue tingle and cleared my sinuses.prometheussprings.com
Forget about wine, the latest drink to pair with food is sparkling herb-infused water. Ayala’s subtly flavored Lemongrass Mint Vanilla is a perfect match with Southeast Asian curries. Certified organic and free from sugar, preservatives, artificial colors and calories, Ayala’s infusions are sophisticated alternatives to bottled water.herbalwater.com
Forget about wine, the latest drink to pair with food is sparkling herb-infused water. Ayala’s subtly flavored Lemongrass Mint Vanilla is a perfect match with Southeast Asian curries. Certified organic and free from sugar, preservatives, artificial colors and calories, Ayala’s infusions are sophisticated alternatives to bottled water.herbalwater.com
By Kelsey Blackwell
Although enhanced waters first made a splash in the early 2000s (remember Vitamin Water’s launch?), consumers are once again popping the top on this category. Nutrition Business Journal estimates functional sodas, water, and sport and energy drink sales grew 10 percent to $15 billion in 2010. In addition to options that deliver functional benefits, consumers are now also reaching for flavor-infused waters. Even though they don’t necessarily deliver added nutrients, enhanced waters serve as more interesting alternatives to bottled water and—bonus—often double as cocktail mixers. However, functional options certainly haven’t dried up. In addition to delivering interesting new flavors, the latest product launches also pack unexpected nutritional additions, such as spicy capsaicin and even fiber. Here are a few buzz-worthy options to consider for your store.
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