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October 24, 2012

Clif Shot Blocks now available in Chocolate Cherry, a first for the category

Clif Bar doesn't think energy chews should always have to be simply fruit-flavored. In a first for the predominantly fruit-flavored category, the company has introduced its Chocolate Cherry flavor to its Clif Shot Blocks line of energy chews for performance athletes.

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Clif Bar doesn't think energy chews should always have to be simply fruit-flavored. In a first for the predominantly fruit-flavored category, the company has introduced its Chocolate Cherry flavor to its Clif Shot Blocks line of energy chews for performance athletes.

October 19, 2012

Stop & Shop store to feature new technologies

Stop & Shop is opening a new store that will include new features that emphasize customer experience, the company said.

QUINCY, Mass. — Stop & Shop is opening a new store that will include new features that emphasize customer experience, the company said.

Stop & Shop, a division of the U.S. subsidiary of Dutch supermarket operator Ahold, said the Wayland, Mass., store would include nine complementary electric car charging stations, as well as numerous energy-efficient features. The store's grand opening is scheduled for Nov. 16.

October 11, 2012

Giant Eagle locks down prices through the holidays

Giant Eagle on Thursday announced it will help families better manage their grocery budgets by locking low prices through the holidays on hundreds of the items customers purchase most.

PITTSBURGH — Giant Eagle on Thursday announced it will help families better manage their grocery budgets by locking low prices through the holidays on hundreds of the items customers purchase most.

October 10, 2012

Red Bull Editions to enter market in 2013

Red Bull will introduce a new line of energy drinks this coming March.

LAS VEGAS — Red Bull will introduce a new line of energy drinks this coming March.

The Red Bull Editions, which provide the same functional benefits of the original, come in cranberry, lime and blueberry flavors and are packaged in red, silver and blue cans, respectively. The new beverages were showcased at the National Association of Convenience Stores conference this month in Las Vegas.

Red Bull Editions will be available nationwide in single 8.4.-oz. single cans and 8.4-oz. four-packs.

October 9, 2012

NUT-rition in a jar

Planters NUT-rition brand has entered the peanut butter category.

GLENVIEW, Ill. — Planters NUT-rition brand has entered the peanut butter category. NUT-rition peanut butter is nutrient-dense and a good source of energy, providing 6 g to 7 g of protein per serving and, depending on variety, at least five vitamins and minerals. The products have 0 g of trans fat per serving. The line — which includes Cinnamon Raisin Granola Nut, Banana Granola Nut and Berry Nut flavors — is available nationwide in 12-oz. jars, with a suggested retail price of $3.49  to $3.99.

October 3, 2012

Clif's seasonal flavors return for limited time

Clif Bar is bringing its iced gingerbread, peppermint stick and spice pumpkin pie energy bars to store shelves.

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Clif Bar is bringing its iced gingerbread, peppermint stick and spice pumpkin pie energy bars to store shelves.

The three seasonal flavors, which join 16 year-round flavors, deliver Clif's athlete-crafted blend of carbohydrates, protein and fiber for sustained energy. Made with 70% organic ingredients, the limited-edition bars are available now nationwide while supplies last for a suggested retail price of $1.39 per bar.

October 2, 2012

Safeway underscores corporate social responsibility with Heart of Safeway Pledge

Safeway has launched a personal call to action that directly involves and rewards employees and shoppers.

PLEASANTON, Calif. — Safeway has launched a personal call to action that directly involves and rewards employees and shoppers.

The "Heart of Safeway Pledge" extends the retailer's corporate social responsibility commitment and invites employees and shoppers to take simple, everyday steps — such as using energy-conserving light bulbs, taking a 15-minute walk three times a week or eating healthier foods — to benefit people and their communities.

September 27, 2012

Celestial Seasonings' Enerji shots give consumers a jolt with green tea

Celestial Seasonings has launched a line of single-serve and shelf-stable energy shots.

BOULDER, Colo. — Celestial Seasonings has launched a line of single-serve and shelf-stable energy shots.

Enerji shots combine naturally energizing green tea with a blend of B vitamins and ginseng and do not contain artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners or preservatives. The new shots are packaged in convenient 2.5-fl.-oz. bottles and are available in three flavor varieties: citrus, berry and Pomegranate Xtreme (with more caffeine and B-vitamins than regular Enerji shots).

September 27, 2012

The great divide: Top 10 ideas on creating value during your retail engagements

Warren Buffet once shared: “In looking for people to hire, you look for three qualities: integrity, intelligence and energy. And if they don't have the first, the other two will kill you.” Most people believe they operate with integrity and transparency, but the dirty little secret is that your customers may see you as biased or not as valuable as you think.

September 14, 2012

Flirt debuts new packaging

A functional beverage for women has undergone a packaging revamp.

CHICAGO — A functional beverage for women has undergone a packaging revamp.

Flirt energy drink has been rolled out in a redesigned Rexam 12-oz. Sleek can. The can features enhanced graphics for a more vibrant retail presentation. The company also said its decision to use Rexam Sleek cans was their shape ties into the functionality of Flirt, and the cans are a sustainable packaging choice.

September 13, 2012

Here comes the sun to Arizona Walmart distribution center

Walmart boosted its sustainable reputation Thursday with the announcement of a new solar initiative at its distribution center near Phoenix.

BUCKEYE, Ariz. — Walmart boosted its sustainable reputation Thursday with the announcement of a new solar initiative at its distribution center near Phoenix.

The retailer will outfit the DC with more than 14,000 solar panels — making it Walmart's largest solar installation to date. The panels will cover the 1,000-sq.-ft. building and parking canopies. The panels will produce up to 30% of the center's energy needs and generate up to 5.3 million kilowatt hours of renewable energy per year, according to Walmart.

August 17, 2012

Q&A: Shot of energy

Drug Store News recently sat down with Tom Hadfield, CEO of AeroDesigns, to discuss the company’s new delivery system for energy — the AeroShot Energy— and the brand’s inherent point of differentiation. 

Drug Store News recently sat down with Tom Hadfield, CEO of AeroDesigns, to discuss the company’s new delivery system for energy — the AeroShot Energy— and the brand’s inherent point of differentiation. 

Drug Store News: What is AeroShot? 

August 17, 2012

Sports, energy drinks power up

Sport and energy drinks are the hot spots of the beverage category. The sport segment, powered by such low-calorie products as PepsiCo’s Gatorade G2 and Coca-Cola’s Powerade Zero, has continued to register double-digit sales increases. 

Energy drinks also continue to deliver double-digit sales jumps fueled by consumers eternally in search of a jump-start. Category leader Red Bull is closely followed by Monster Energy, which is pumping innovative new products into the category. 

August 1, 2012

Eboost expands distribution

Eboost on Wednesday announced its Eboost brand of vitamin-infused energy drinks and effervescent powders is gaining national distribution through wholesaler Nature's Best and regional placement across two retailers.

NEW YORK — Eboost on Wednesday announced its Eboost brand of vitamin-infused energy drinks and effervescent powders is gaining national distribution through wholesaler Nature's Best and regional placement across two retailers.

July 13, 2012

Vitalah launches effervescent nutritional supplement

Vitalah on Wednesday launched a seven-count box of Oxylent — now formulated without sugar and touting zero calories — that is available in three flavors: sparkling berries, sparkling blackberry pomegranate and sparkling mandarin.

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — Vitalah on Wednesday launched a seven-count box of Oxylent — now formulated without sugar and touting zero calories — that is available in three flavors: sparkling berries, sparkling blackberry pomegranate and sparkling mandarin.

July 12, 2012

GE Lighting helps Walgreens enhance lighting at nearly 7,000 stores

Walgreens recently upgraded its general lighting across 80% of the chain's nationwide locations, thanks to a partnership with GE Lighting.

EAST CLEVELAND, Ohio — Walgreens recently upgraded its general lighting across 80% of the chain's nationwide locations, thanks to a partnership with GE Lighting.

July 6, 2012

ideaShare gathering spotlights pharmacy’s brightest

Independent pharmacy owner-operators, by definition, stand somewhat alone. It’s the nature of their calling, and it defines their particular brand of pharmacy retailing as a responsive, patient-focused center for community care and high-touch, individualized personal service.

LAS VEGAS — Independent pharmacy owner-operators, by definition, stand somewhat alone. It’s the nature of their calling, and it defines their particular brand of pharmacy retailing as a responsive, patient-focused center for community care and high-touch, individualized personal service.

June 28, 2012

Business opportunities, educational programming among highlights of NACDS Marketplace

This year’s National Association of Chain Drug Stores Marketplace Conference proved to be a productive four-day event as retailers and suppliers representing more than $500 billion in annual buying power convened in Denver to network, explore business opportunities and participate in educational programs.

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — This year’s National Association of Chain Drug Stores Marketplace Conference proved to be a productive four-day event as retailers and suppliers representing more than $500 billion in annual buying power convened in Denver to network, explore business opportunities and participate in educational programs.

June 27, 2012

Active Health Foods announces deal with GNC

Active Health Foods announced that its Active X energy bars will be sold across 600 GNC outlets, thanks to an agreement the company has inked with the retailer.

RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Active Health Foods announced that its Active X energy bars will be sold across 600 GNC outlets, thanks to an agreement the company has inked with the retailer.

Two varieties of the Active X line — Almond Chocolate Delight and Peanut Butter Chocolate Joy flavors — will be sold at GNC stores. The bars are all-natural, certified organic, kosher and vegan.

June 27, 2012

Fitness icon Tony Little signs on with Celsius Holdings as brand ambassador

Celsius Holdings on Monday welcomed Tony Little, worldwide fitness icon and Fitness Hall of Fame Inductee.

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Celsius Holdings on Monday welcomed Tony Little, worldwide fitness icon and Fitness Hall of Fame Inductee. According to the company, Little has been brought onboard to help further establish Celsius as a breakthrough fitness beverage and highlight the product’s one-of-a-kind features in upcoming marketing initiatives as Celsius' official Fitness Ambassador.

“Tony's partnership with Celsius will have a direct global impact on Celsius brand awareness as our Fitness Ambassador,” stated Gerry David, president and CEO of Celsius.

June 22, 2012

Herborium's all-natural, herbal energy drinks expected this fall

Herborium Group announced today that its proprietary energy drinks, which contain all herbal ingredients, will hit the market this fall and will complement the company's sexual health product line.

Herborium's energy drinks are all-natural and contain caffeine, sugar and B vitamins in safe amounts, according to the company. The $8 billion energy drink segment is the fastest-growing niche in the beverage market, according to Herborium, up 16% since last year.

June 21, 2012

Drinks still high on energy

There’s plenty of pep left in energy drinks. “Energy drink performance accelerated in 2011, and we expect strong growth once again in 2012,” said Gary Hemphill, SVP of Beverage Marketing Corp.’s information services division. “The energy need-state is large, and demographics for the category have begun to broaden, which has helped to continue the strong growth.” The segment now represents more than one-tenth of the total carbonated soft drink market, according to Beverage Digest. 

June 21, 2012

International boost

The energy shot business in the mass market still is dominated by one player — Living Essentials’ 5-Hour Energy has almost 90% dollar share — but Sato Pharmaceutical, which boasts its Yunker Energy as the No. 1 energy shot in Japan, is looking to challenge that domination with the launch and support behind its Yunker Energy product across the United States.

CARSON, Calif. — The energy shot business in the mass market still is dominated by one player — Living Essentials’ 5-Hour Energy has almost 90% dollar share — but Sato Pharmaceutical, which boasts its Yunker Energy as the No. 1 energy shot in Japan, is looking to challenge that domination with the launch and support behind its Yunker Energy product across the United States. The overall category was up 9.3% to $194.5 million across food, drug and mass (excluding Walmart), according to SymphonyIRI Group data. 

June 21, 2012

Prevention playing key role in 2012-2013 cough-cold products

Could cough-cold category managers be a victim of their own success? Could the reason that not nearly as many consumers came down with some sort of upper respiratory illness this past season be credited to a build-up in cough-cold prevention products? 

As much as the answer is “No,” there is no denying that going into cough-cold season, prevention is top of mind among consumers, especially those not looking to take any time off of work. And that prevention play is being supported by a number of products coming to market this year. 

June 4, 2012

Nutra Bars for dogs enter market

All American Pet Co. has introduced a new line of 27% meat-first protein/energy bars just for dogs.

LOS ANGELES — All American Pet Co. has introduced a new line of 27% meat-first protein/energy bars just for dogs.

Nutra Bars, which come in a 4-oz. variety, offer the kilo-calories of a cup of super-premium dry dog food, providing the nutritive value of a complete meal, All American Pet Co. said.

"The convenience and nutritive value of food bars has become a part of our daily lives. Extending the convenience and nutritional value of human food bars to dogs is simply an extension of humanizing our pets," AAPT CEO Barry Schwartz said.