Boursin teams with Lance Bass for Connection Collection; Sartori adds savory Tomato Basil to its BellaVitano cheese; Ben & Jerry’s unveils new oat base for non-dairy frozen treats.
EAT. DRINK. DAIRY.
A NOD TO HOLIDAY NOG
Chobani is getting in the holiday spirit with its Greek Yogurt Spiced Holiday Nog, a creamy holiday Greek Yogurt with notes of warming spices that is sure to "sleigh" the dairy aisle, the New Berlin, N.Y.-based company says. The new, limited batch Greek Yogurt, which is available for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $1.59 for a 5.3-ounce cup, is made with only natural ingredients and is authentically crafted without artificial flavors, sweeteners or preservatives. It also is a good source of protein and calcium with six live and active cultures and billions of probiotics. Chobani also re-released several seasonal offerings, including the fan-favorite Dairy Coffee Creamer Peppermint Mocha, which is available for a SRP of $5.49 for a 24-ounce carton; Oatmilk Oat Nog, made with the goodness of gluten-free oats, retails for a SRP of $4.29 for a 32-ounce carton; and Flip Peppermint Perfection, which combines dark chocolate cookies, peppermint chunks and dark chocolate with lowfat vanilla Greek yogurt, retails for a SRP of $1.79 for a 5.3-ounce cup.
OVERCOMING HOLIDAY STRESS
Boursin Cheese, a brand of Chicago-based Bel Brands, brought back Maison Boursin. The company notes that this time of year is synonymous with gatherings, but it often comes with unwanted stress for hosts. With the help of this year’s Host in Residence, musician Lance Bass and the Maison Boursin Connection Collection, which includes everything from matte gold serving spoons and a ceramic platter, to twisted candles and matching candle holders, to conversation cards. And holiday entertaining with Boursin’s creamy, crumbly cheeses such as Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs, Boursin Bites Garlic & Fine Herbs and its new limited-edition flavor Black Truffle & Sea Salt are the secret, showstopping ingredient that brings the holiday spirit and people together — whether it’s at the center of a cheeseboard or used for easy-but-elegant appetizers and flavor-packed sides, the company states.
A TASTY ICE CREAM TREAT
Just in time for holiday indulgence, Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) added two new ice cream flavors to the freezer case. Peppermint Bark is made with a base of rich peppermint ice cream, sprinkled with candy cane bits and white chocolate chip chunks. Holiday Sugar Cookie packs chunks of sugar cookie dough rolled up in an extra-creamy cookie dough ice cream. "At Tillamook, we relish the opportunity to be a part of holiday celebrations. These festive new flavors are a taste of traditional holiday treats with a Tillamook twist, and as always, they're made with the highest quality ingredients," says Ian Moppert, TCCA’s ice cream scientist. “Many of us have fond memories of eating certain dishes during the holidays, such as our grandmother's sugar cookies. And just like those beloved cookies, we make our ice cream with no shortcuts. Our ice cream tastes better because it's made better." Tillamook Ice Cream is available across the country at Target, Kroger, Albertsons, Safeway, Publix and many other grocery stores for a suggested retail price of $5.99-$6.49 for a 1.5-gallon carton.
THE SAVORY TASTE OF TOMATO BASIL
Plymouth, Wis.-based Sartori introduced a savory new cheese that took several years to perfect: Tomato Basil BellaVitano. Tomato Basil perfectly balances the cheesemaker’s sweet and nutty BellaVitano with delightful savory notes of tomato and basil, which the company notes is equal parts fruity and herbaceous. “We’ve taken years to perfect this new flavor, and we’re proud to share it with people all over the world,” says Sartori Cheese CEO Bert Sartori. “Tomato Basil BellaVitano is a bold flavor fit for any occasion big or small, and we’re excited for everyone to experience how well it pairs with their favorite drink, snack or activity.” The company recommends pairing the new cheese with prosciutto, olives, artichokes, full-bodied wines and sparkling water.
MOUTH-WATERING MAGIC IN A CAN
Whipnotic announced the release of two new flavors: Brownie Batter and Peach Mango. The swirls are keto-friendly, gluten-free, artificial flavor-free and have only 15 calories and 1 gram of sugar per serving, the New York company says. Founded by two sisters, Whipnotic is the only whipped cream brand to put a colorful swirl of flavor at consumer’s fingertips, thanks to a patented nozzle design. In fact, the company holds a global patent with more than 30 claims for the packaging innovation that enables a user to control the combination of two different flavors, colors, textures, or ingredients for an elevated, on-demand experience. A simple press of the Whipnotic nozzle releases a swirl of all-natural, fruit-infused color and flavor into a delicious, decadent cream for an aesthetic at-home delight right from the fridge. In addition to the new flavors, Whipnotic comes in Strawberry Swirl and Vanilla Salted Caramel, which are available nationwide for a suggested retail price of $7.99.
ALL-IN FOR THE OATS
Ben & Jerry's unveiled a Non-Dairy recipe. A new, smooth and indulgent oat-based formula that will be rolling out in pints and scoop shops by spring 2024. The Burlington, Vt.-based brand of Unilever notes that nearly 20 current non-dairy flavors will be made with the new base, beginning with a non-dairy version of a dairy classic that will reach store freezers next year. In the meantime, fans can enjoy Ben & Jerry’s fan-favorite Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Chocolate Fudge Brownie, the newest non-dairy varietals to hit store freezers since the company first introduced its plant-based line in 2016. Current non-dairy flavors feature almond or sunflower butter bases, while the oat base creates a smoother texture. Additionally, fans of pecan pie can have their “pie” and eat it too, with the new limited batch, Pecan Pie. The buttery ice cream is stuffed with pecans and pie crust pieces, plus a thick whirl of caramel. The new flavors are available in participating scoop shops and grocery stores nationwide for a suggested retail price of $5.99-$6.49 for a 16-ounce pint.
A DAIRY-FREE MERRY DELIGHT
Inspired by beloved holiday treats, McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream is putting a twist on the classics. Founded in 1949, the Santa Barbara, Calif.-based brand teamed up with Whole Foods to deliver its dairy-free festive holiday flavors. The flavors, Peppermint Mocha & Brownie Bites and Gingerbread House, follow the standards of its dairy-free line. Additionally, the new flavors are gluten-free, nut-free and egg-free. Made from creamy, rich oat milk base that delivers on the smooth and consistent texture, the flavors also feature gluten-free cookie inclusions developed and made 100% from scratch by its in-house Bake Room team. The festive flavors are available in holiday 4-pack bundles on the company’s website and in 16-ounce pints at Whole Foods Market for a limited time.
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