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NAKED LIFE HEALTHY COCKTAILS
Australian beverage company Naked Life has launched a range of non-alcoholic cocktails in the ready-to-drink format. CEO and founder David Andrew said there had been an increased demand in health-centric products because of the pandemic.
The non-alcoholic cocktails are crafted with a distinct blend of distilled botanicals with zero sugar or preservatives and come in a ready-to-drink (RTD) format.
Woolworths will stock the Naked Life Margarita and G&T nationwide, with the Italian Spritz, Negroni Spritz, Scottish Sour, Yuzu Sake and Wimbledon Spritz to follow. In an interesting marketing decision, there will be a range of “man cans” including American Malt & Cola, Spiced Caribbean &
NEW IN STORE
PASCALL’S GEMS & BITES
Can’t decide between a soft and chewy or chocolate treat? Pascall’s latest ranges solve the problem.
Pascall Jelly Gems Bangin’ Berries combine berry flavoured jellies with Cadbury milk chocolate. There are three flavours – strawberry, raspberry and mixed berry, making it difficult to stop at just one.
It’s also released a marshmallow with more – Choc Mallow Bites with Salted Caramel, providing a multi-sensory sensation. Soft, fluffy vanilla flavoured marshmallows have been covered in dark chocolate.
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Dry, Australian Cane & Cola and Canadian Rye and Dry.
“We are dedicated to making a positive change in the lives of Aussies all year round and we’ve seen supermarkets more
committed to increasing their product offering of healthy alternatives to Australians,” Andrew said.
Pascall Jelly Gems Bangin’ Berries 150g RRP $4.00 and Choc Mallow Bites Salted Caramel 150g RRP $4.00 are available from Coles, Woolworths, Big W and independent retailers.
NESTLÉ LAUNCHES
VEGAN KITKATS
Nestlé has announced a vegan version of the KitKat. KitKat V is still the classic crisp wafer chocolate but made with a rice-based milk alternative. The bar was developed by chocolatiers and food scientists at Nestlé’s UK R&D centre.
Nestlé Australia’s head of marketing confectionery Joyce Tan said: “We’ve seen so much excitement and anticipation from our fans when plans for the first vegan KitKat were announced earlier this year. We’re always looking for ways to make breaks meaningful for all Aussies.”
KitKat V is certified by the Vegan Society and made with 100 per cent certified sustainable cocoa, sourced through the Nestlé Cocoa Plan in conjunction with the Rainforest Alliance.
KitKat V is available nationally at the KitKat Chocolatory and Woolworths Metros for RRP: $2.00.
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AUSTRALIAN DISTILLING CO JOINS THE NAVY
Australian Distilling Co (ADCo.) has released its 16th spirit, a Navy Gin. ADCo. CEO Michael Hickinbotham said it was a nod to the “colourful history of the overproof gins of a bygone era”.
“The British Royal Navy would allocate rations of spirits to their sailors, who would test its strength by dousing it with gunpowder to see if it would light,” he said.
It has true Navy strength at 57 per cent, with a bold flavour and dominant notes of woody spice and an earthy oak influence.
“To contrast its heat, pair it back with a cooling cucumber garnish and Mediterranean tonic. Or try a chip of oak wood on the rim of the glass for a cask aroma touch,” Hickinbotham said. “It also makes a wicked martini.”
The ADCo. Navy Gin joins the family’s national range, which also features its Gin, Shiraz Gin, Rhapsody Ruby Gin and Vodka.
It is sold online at ADCo. and local retailers across the country for RRP $94.99.
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