creamy pesto
This summer, Campbell Soup Company in Camden, N.J., introduced three new Prego Creamy Pesto varieties: Basil, Roasted Garlic Pesto, and Parmesan Cheese.
“While pesto is experiencing the highest growth within the Italian sauce category, it is still the smallest segment,” said Caitlin Votava, director of marketing at Prego. “We knew everyone was looking for more meal inspiration with new flavors, so we had a vision to elevate weeknight dinners to more than just pasta while keeping them easy and flavorful. I made a creamy pesto sauce.
garlic sauce
This summer, McDonald’s USA LLC partnered with Crunchyroll LLC (Sony Group) to launch a limited edition special grade garlic sauce featuring eight collectible characters from the hit Japanese anime series Jujutsu Kaisen.
According to McDonald’s, the special garlic sauce, inspired by McDonald’s Japan’s black garlic sauce, features flavors of garlic and soy sauce, balanced with a slightly tangy sweetness.
big dill
Chicago’s Kraft Heinz Company has introduced Kraft Pickle Mayonnaise Dressing exclusively to Walmart shelves nationwide. The company describes it as “a tangy, bold, creamy spread that combines real pickle relish and mayonnaise for a refreshing punch of flavor.”
Officials share that “pickle flavor” has the highest search interest in years (Google Trends 2024), and that the majority of millennials like or love the taste of pickles. , pointed out that there are 180 million posts on TikTok (Datassential Report, October 2023). Last but not least, flavored mayonnaise has driven 20% growth in the mayonnaise and dressing category over the past three years, according to Circana IRI data.
Invigorating BBQ sauce
Just in time for summer grilling, Living Essentials LLC of Farmington Hills, Michigan, is offering Energizing BBQ Sauce inspired by 5-Hour ENERGY, a “sauce that delivers a caffeinated kick.” We have expanded our 5 Hour Energy brand. New peach mango flavor.
“Created in collaboration with our partners at the National Food Institute, energy has never tasted better,” Living Essentials said. “And with 60 milligrams of caffeine per serving, this sauce packs an energizing punch that goes beyond its bold flavor.”
sandwich became sauce
Nestlé USA, Solon, Ohio, has launched a limited edition “Pocket Size” BBQ sauce to celebrate the return of the Hot Pocket BBQ Recipe Beef Sandwich. Available only as an online exclusive offer, BBQ fans can visit hotpockets.com/bbqsauce on August 14th and August 21st for a chance to win a free jar.
Brian Waddell, Hot Pockets Brand Marketing Manager, said: “We’ve been thrilled to see the support of Hot Pockets BBQ Recipe Beef over the past few years and are excited to bring this iconic sandwich to our fans. I’m excited.” “And because we know barbecue is a fan-favorite flavor choice, we wanted to take things to the next level with the introduction of Hot Pocket BBQ Sauce.”
Queen’s Choice Award
The National Honey Board in Erie, Colorado, announced the winners of the Queen’s Choice Award, which recognizes the best new “honey-infused” food and beverage, considering flavor, packaging and market position. The 2024 winners included Japanese barbecue sauce Sweet Honey (Bachan’s, Inc.);
Hidden Valley Ranch Hot Honey Ranch (The Clorox Company) and Habanero Honey Mustard Pepper Sauce & Condiments (Melinda’s Foods).
“These awards highlight the dedication of product developers and manufacturers to producing high-quality honey products that delight consumers,” said Kathryn Barry, Vice President of Marketing, National Honey Board. he said.
filipino flavor
Unilever North America, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, has strengthened its U.S. product line with Knorr Liquid Seasoning Chili. “Knorr Liquid Seasoning Chili, well known to Filipino consumers in its home country, combines the classic Knorr Liquid Seasoning with a spicy kick made from chili peppers and soy sauce to create a balanced, robust flavor. flavor,” the company says.
“This exciting addition supports our Authentic Meals Start Here mission to bring the authentic taste of our best-selling products from around the world to North American tables,” said Unilever International North America Nutrition & Ice. says Partha Guha, Head of Cream. Knorr Liquid Seasoning Chili is available at your local Asian grocery store.
authentic taste
Boulder, Colorado-based Tenayo Foods LLC announced the national retail release of four sauces, two barbecue sauces and two mall sauces, at more than 3,000 Kroger stores nationwide. New products include Spicy Al Pastor, Poblano BBQ Sauce, Mole Rojo and Mole Negro.
Officials said the sauce is not limited to grills. It can also be used as a flavor enhancer in marinades, dipping sauces, or any part of a meal. They say each barbecue sauce has less than 5g of sugar and less than 3g of sugar per mole. Both lines are gluten-free, non-GMO, and preservative-free and cost $9.99 per bottle.
“Truffalo” sauce
Sauce Ventures LLC of Costa Mesa, Calif., has expanded its TRUFF Pantry staple line with its newest hot sauce variation, TRUFF Buffalo Sauce. According to officials, it features black truffles, along with “the tang of vinegar, the pungency of cayenne pepper, and the rich silkiness of olive oil.” The new sauce comes in a 6-ounce bottle and is topped with a bright orange cap inspired by TRUFF’s signature truffles.
“We carefully combined luxury and tradition by incorporating the unmistakable bold flavor of TRUFF and the timeless flavor of buffalo sauce,” said Nick Gielen, co-founder and co-CEO of TRUFF. The result is a culinary masterpiece that we like to call TRUFFALO.” . ”
From restaurants to retail stores
In June, The Kraft Heinz Company launched two limited edition Black Garlic Ranch Sauce and Harissa Aioli Sauce exclusively at Walmart and Target stores nationwide. After testing six different sauces at select restaurants last year, Heights announced that these two fan-favorite flavors were now available in stores. Officials said this was the first innovation Heinz tested in restaurants before rolling it out on shelves nationwide.
HEINZ Black Garlic Ranch (exclusive to Walmart) combines black garlic with the “creaminess of ranch.” HEINZ Harissa Aioli (exclusive to Target) offers a “smoky roasted red pepper blend with flavorful spiciness and worldly flair.”
