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NEW IN STORE
FERMENTING EXPERIMENTS UNCOVER
MEXICAN STYLE CULTURES
Kombucha maker Remedy Drinks has created Remedy Tepache, a Mexican- style live cultured sparkling drink paired with pineapple and cinnamon. It follows traditional Mexican fermenting recipes to achieve its taste.
Remedy co-founders Sarah and Emmet Condon first discovered Tepache after experimenting with different fruit ferments in their own kitchen. “There are so many interesting and exciting fermenting traditions from around the world that we’ve explored and Mexico produces some really delicious, refreshing, fruit based brews,” says Emmet.
“We’ve taken the super tasty traditional recipe that’s made in the homes and sold on the streets of Mexico and put our own Remedy spin on it.
WATERMELON SEED NUT-FREE CHOC
SPREAD IN STORE
Lori’s Wholesome Pantry has launched its cacao flavoured Watermelon Seed Butter, challenging traditional supermarket spreads as a healthy, nut-free alternative for breakfast and snacks.
The allergen-friendly spread is free from gluten, preservatives, additives, refined sugars, dairy and nuts, and is made from 100 per cent organic plant-based ingredients.
Watermelon seeds are used as a source for a number of nutrients, including proteins, B complex vitamins, magnesium, zinc and iron. The spread aims to work in tandem with tiger nut flour and cacao to improve digestive function and gut health.
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WESTWARD WHISKEY LAUNCHES
AUSSIE LIMITED RELEASE
Founder and CEO of American single malt whiskey distiller, Westward Whiskey, Thomas Mooney was recently in Sydney to launch an Australian-only limited
“Fermenting organic pineapple juice with our live Remedy culture and cinnamon, we brew out all the sugar in the process to create a fragrantly tropical drink that’s crisp and fresh with just a hint of subtle spice.”
The drink is available in four-packs of 250ml cans in Coles and online for RRP $10.00.
“Our Watermelon Seed Butter is the first of its kind in Australia,” says owner Lori Phillips. It maintains the nutritional integrity of its organic ingredients while offering a familiar chocolate taste all members of the family will enjoy, she said.
Watermelon Seed Butter is available online and in select health food stores for RRP $14.95.
COCONUT WATER WITH
A HINT OF LUXE
Premium coconut water company Coco Luxe has
launched a range of fortified coconut waters featuring vitamin C, collagen and acai. Founded by Jodie Evins in 2017, the brand is available in Australia, US and China, with plans to expand to more than five countries by 2020. “Coco Luxe was born out of my desire to create a delicious better-for-you product that motivates change for consumers and the FMCG industry, and takes the next step forward to close the gap between the beverage and supplement markets,” Evins says.
“With our world first collagen boosted coconut water, we’re excited to continue to reinvigorate the category and expand our product range,” she says.
The Coco Luxe range has three variants – Coco Luxe Glow, is infused with collagen; Coco Luxe Boost with Vitamin C; and Coco Luxe Refresh, the original coconut water. The range is available in health food and independent stores nationally for RRP $3.59.
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edition release. Westward American Single Malt Whiskey Oregon Pinot Noir Cask has been aged in casks from Remy Wines in the Willamette Valley of Oregon’s wine country. It was rested for eight months before bottling at 45 per cent ABV (90 proof).
Mooney said Westward was different from many in the industry because of its minimalist distilling process. “We go to tremendous lengths to follow minimalist brewing techniques to bring out the flavour of its grain and other natural ingredients. There is no substitute for time,” Mooney told Food & Drink Business.
The whiskey is aged at a relatively low proof in new, lightly toasted American Oak barrels, resulting in a whiskey that is “distinct, brazen, rich in character, and full of flavour”.
“Australia was our first market outside of the United States, and it continues to be one of our most successful anywhere in the world,” Mooney said. “Aussie consumers know great whiskey, and we’re thrilled by the enthusiasm with which they received our flagship Westward American Single Malt.” The whiskey is available through The Whisky Club.
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