Spike brings a literal double shot of power with a 4.26-fluid-ounce energy shot that promises “hardcore all-day energy.” Actually a two-serving package, the no-calorie, no-carb, no-sugar dietary supplement is available in two flavors: Original and Orange Gold.
PepsiCo’s Gatorade is making a splash into the nutrition-bar segment with Whey Protein Bars. Available in Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Caramel, each bar contains 20 grams of protein.
The Frito-Lay side of PepsiCo brought two new items to the table display. Dorito’s “test flavor” Jacked line extensions will let consumers pick the next permanent addition to the corn-chip product line. Meanwhile, the Munchies line of snack mixes now includes Dorito’s Lime & Chili and Frito’s Honey Wasabi BBQ.
Kellogg Co.’s Pringles Tortilla chips are now available in three flavor varieties: Truly Original, Southwestern Ranch and Nacho Cheese.
ConAgra Food’s Slim Jim is getting the bacon treatment. Its new Bacon Jerky is available in Maple Favored Bacon and Hickory Smoked Bacon flavors.
General Mills’ Pillsbury Dough Boy is bringing ready-to-eat cookies to the party. The mini cookies are available in Chocolate Chip and Snickerdoodle varieties. On the salty-snack side, General Mills also introduced four flavors of Chex Chips: Cinnamon and Sugar, Cheddar Jalapeno, Wasabi, and Caramelized Onion.
Champion Energy promises improved mental focus, increased stamina, increased endurance and heightened performance, all at a lower price than other energy shots. Available in Tropical Punch and Blue Raspberry.
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