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2008

Mar-08

Wal-Mart Blueberries & Cream Muffins are 99% fat free. The product is available in a pack containing four muffins.
Café-Tasse Berry Fruits Coated with Dark, Milk and White Chocolate is a premium assortment of raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries. The product retails in a 4.24-oz. pack. Also repackaged in this range are the following variants: Chili-Almond Cube; Caramel Cube; Gianduja Covered Coffee Beans Cube; and Milk Chocolate Cordoba Bag.


Feb-08

Mountain House Blueberry Cheesecake is a freeze-dried product, which is trans fat free and comes in a 6.91-oz. convenient stand-up pouch. This product serves four people and only addition of hot water is required.
Endangered Species Chocolates consists of heart shaped chocolates for Valentine's day. The product contains dark chocolate with blueberries and dark chocolate with raspberries. This kosher certified, all natural product is suitable for vegetarians. It is 100% ethically traded and 10% of net profits is donated to help support species, habitat and humanity.


Jan-08

Jelly Belly Recipes Blueberry Muffin is made with blueberry and buttered popcorn. The product comes in a gift pack with an exclusively designed seal. Also available are: Lemon Meringue Pie; Hot Fudge Sundae; Chocolate Covered Cherries; and Strawberry Shortcake.

2007 - Year End New Product Summary

Dec-07

Musselman's Lite Blueberry Pomegranate Fruit 'n Sauce is described as apple sauce with fruit purees, juice and other natural flavors. Sweetened with Splenda, the product contains only 60 calories per serving, and the product has also been fortified with calcium and vitamin C. The ready-to-go containers provide one of the daily recommended servings of fruit and vegetables, and each portion contains 1/3 fewer calories than regular apple sauces. The product is naturally fat-free, is cholesterol-free and contains very low levels of sodium. The product is certified kosher, and there are six 4-oz. cups in each pack.

Nov-07

Stonyfield Farm Organic YoMommy Low Fat Yogurt especially made for pregnant and nursing women. The product is delicious and nutrient dense and is the perfect snack to include as part of the 300 recommended additional calories per day during pregnancy. The product is available in a pack of four in Blueberry/Raspberry; and Strawberry/Peach varieties. The product is certified organic and all natural, contains no artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors, is a good source of calcium, vitamin D and folic acid which are the key nutrients during pregnancy. The product also naturally enhances the digestive and immune health with its exclusive probiotic blend. The Yogurt was on display at the Natural Products Expo East Trade Show 2007.

Oct-07

Meijer has launched a Probiotic Low Fat Yogurt with bifidobacterium BB-12, which is said to boost the immune system and to enhance the digestive system. The Kosher certified product is made with grade A 1% milkfat and is available in a Blueberry variety. It retails in a 16-oz. pack which contains four units. Also available in the following varieties: Vanilla; Strawberry; and Peach.

Sep-07

365 Organic Blueberry Mini Waffles are made with pure, organic flour and dotted with organic blueberries bursting with bright flavor. Their smaller size makes them a quick and wholesome breakfast for children. The Kosher product is retailed in a 7.9-oz. carton. Also available variant as: 365 Organic Homestyle Mini Waffles.

Aug-07

365 Organic has launched Blueberry Juice from concentrate, which is USDA Organic and Kosher certified. The product has been made with juice form organically grown, sun-ripened blueberries and is retailed in a 32-fl. oz. pack. Also available in this range is: Pineapple, Orange and Banana; Strawberry and Banana, and Peach and Mango flavors.

Jul-07

Archer Farms Meyer Lemon Blueberry Baked Muffins are ready to warm and serve. This naturally-flavored product, which is microwaveable, retails in a 16-oz. pack of four muffins, with a resealable lid. The range also includes: a pack of four Cinnamon Sugar Croissant Sticks; a pack of four Everything Croissant Sticks; a pack of four Caramel Pecan Rolls; a 15.5-oz. pack of Warm and Serve Cinnamon Croissant Rolls with white icing; a 14-oz pack of Strawberry Tarts, tiny treats with cream cheese frosting; Whole Grain Cranberry Apple Muffins (available in a 22 oz pack containing four muffins); and a 23-0z. pack of four Pumpkin Muffins. All Archer Farms food products are said to be of premium quality.

Jun-07

Eating Right Salad Dressing Pomegranate and Blueberry is a low fat dressing/marinade that contains only 30 calories per serving. The product is claimed to be sweet and tangy and to go well with salad, chicken and pork. Also available in the range are the following: Poppyseed and Caramelized Onion; Balsamic and Red Wine Vinegar; and Light Ranch, a rich and creamy ranch dressing made with real buttermilk, which contains 55% less fat and 55% fewer calories than regular ranch dressing, and is available in a 16-fl. oz. bottle.

May-07

Heirloom Farms Pomegranate Blueberry Juice is 100% natural and kosher certified. It also contains no added sugar and retails in a 33.8-fl. oz. bottle. Also available in this range are Pomegranate; Pomegranate Cherry; Pomegranate Cranberry; and Pomegranate Raspberry flavors.

Apr-07

Nestlé Coffee Mate Coffee Creamer is now available in a Blueberry Cobbler special edition. It contains natural and artificial flavors. This product is gluten-free, kosher certified, contains 0g of trans fat and 0g of saturated fat per serving.

Mar-07

This new sparkling blueberry beverage from IZZEÒ Beverage Co. (Boulder, CO) contains blueberry juice concentrate.  This all-natural product is based on European sodas, discovered by the company's two founders(1).  According to the IzzeÒwebsite(2), blueberries "have enjoyed a long and rich history.  A relative of the plant is estimated by botanists to be the oldest living thing on earth."  According to the product's nutrition statement, "All sugars from fruit juice."

 

1.  http://www.izze.com/?id=17 By clicking on this link you will be leaving the USHBC website.

2.  http://www.izze.com/?id=13 By clicking on this link you will be leaving the USHBC website.

Feb-07

Attune Foods, Inc. (San Francisco, CA) has introduced "Probiotic Wellness Bars" which "keeps you body humming™."  The bars come in Chocolate and Yogurt & Granola varieties.   Our favorite is the creamy crisp combination of Blueberry Vanilla.  It contains freeze-dried blueberries.  According to Rebbeca Agius, assistant brand manager at the company, "Attune is packed with over five times the beneficial probiotics found in yogurt to help promote strong, healthy digestive and immune systems." 

www.attunefoods.com (By clicking on this link you will be leaving the USHBC website.)

Jan-07

Mareblu Naturals CranBlueberry Trail Mix Crunch comprises a premium snack mix which is said to be all natural, gluten-free, trans fat free and 100% vegan. It retails in a 24-oz. resealable pack and is Kosher certified.

2006

Dec-06

Trader Joe's Blueberries Go Nuts Over candied Pecans Trek Mix is now available, with walnuts and almonds. This product is available in a 12-oz. pack

Nov-06

New under the Snowballs brand are Marshmallow Candies with delicious jelly filling including: lemon; blueberry; and strawberry. This product is available in a 24count, individually packed pieces.

Oct-06

This previously limited edition product, Real Fruit Fun Shapes from Dare is now available full time. Peanut-free and fat-free, this product contains six flavored candies: Lemon; Orange; Raspberry; Blueberry; Strawberry; and Cherry, all made with real fruit, no artificial colors or flavors.

Sep-06

New from Chevrai is Bruschetta Goat Cheese, a soft unripened goat cheese. This product is available in a 300g pack. Also available are Blueberry with Cinnamon; and Cranberry Cinnamon varieties.

Aug-06

Greenbrier International Blueberry Cereal Bars are six individually wrapped low fat cereal bars made with real fruit.

Jul-06

New under the Farmer's Market brand is Blueberry Coffee Cake, available in a 850g pack.

Jun-06

Purina Pro Plan Selects Senior is a 6lb pack of a dog food with a natural turkey formula and essential vitamins and minerals. The product is free from artificial colors and flavors, is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and includes EPA to help support healthy cartilage and joints and antioxidants. Also available in the range is Puppy.

May-06

 

 

 

 

The May 10, 2006 “Dining & Wine” section of the New York Times carried a story by Florence Fabricant entitled, “Essence of Fruit, No Peel, No Chewing.”  Blueberry raspberry, 100% fruit, puree in a pouch, labeled “Easy 4 Busy” or “E4B” is produced in Belgium.  It can be used in a multitude of ways.  Add to water for a quick fruit drink.  Pour over ice cream or use to garnish a dessert.  According to the article, “Made only with fruit and fruit concentrates and are not too sweet.  They are $4.99 each at Kings Super Markets in New Jersey and Long Island.”

April-06

  Smucker’s® Sugar Free Blueberry Syrup (sweetened with NutraSweet® is offered as an alternative breakfast and dessert topping for those on restricted diets. 

Mar-06

  Haagen-Daz® has a new light product, blueberry cheesecake.   Has a blueberry swirl made with blueberry puree.

Feb-06

Harmony Foods all-natural Chicken and Brown Rice Recipe Cat Food is made with fresh fruits, vegetables, high quality protein, whole grains, and hormone-free chicken. This food is good for all cats and is filled with natural supplements to give energy and strength.

Jan-06

  Dairy DeLite drinkable lowfat blueberry yogurt shake by Noga Dairy Inc. (Farmingdale, NY) The drink is based on a Europen concept according to a Packaging Digest story, “Shrinkable Labels Make Cool Drinks Cooler” (October 25, 2005, p. 22) The company also produces a yogurt cup.

 

2005

Dec-05

Harry and David introduces Blueberry Chocolates that are made with real fruit.. These plump, gently dried blueberries are double-dipped in sweet milk chocolate, and covered in a satiny paste.

Nov-05

De Waflebakkers Waffles are available in the following varieties: Blueberry; Cinnamon Apple; Plain; and Chocolate. The ready to eat product does not require syrup.

Oct-05

The company launches four new products under the Cocoa Via line. The new products include Chocolate-Covered Almonds and three chocolate bars formulated to reduce bad cholesterol and promote healthy circulation. The bars come in Original Chocolate, Crispy, and Blueberry & Almond. The bars are aimed at consumers who love chocolate and care about health, but a seal promoting that each bar has 100 calories targets the calorie-conscious as well, sources say. A box of chocolate-covered almonds or five chocolate bars carries a suggested retail price of $4.99.

Sep-05

Florida's Natural Au'some Fruit Juice Sour String Fruit Snacks are now available in 8-ct. packaging in a Blueberry flavor. The kosher product is free of preservatives and fat.

Aug-05

Toasted wholegrain wheat flakes and whole flaxseed with raspberries, strawberries and blueberries. It is said to contain omega 3, to have a low sodium content and to be free from added sugar. This product is available in a 297g box.

Jul-05

Brach's Orchard Fresh Fruit-Infused Candy Bars are available in the following varieties: Rich Milk Chocolate Infused with Real Strawberry; Rich White Chocolate Infused with Real Blueberry; Rich Dark Chocolate Infused with Real Raspberry; and Rich White Chocolate Infused with Real Strawberry.

Jun-05

Hershey's SmartZone Crunchy Nutrition Bars are now available in four varieties: Chocolate Brownie, Peanut Butter, Key Lime, and Blueberry. These controlled-release nutrition bars were created in accordance with the science-based Zone Diet. They provide 14 essential vitamins and minerals, and an optimal balance of 40% calories from carbohydrates, 30% calories from protein, and 30% calories from fat.

May-05

Price Chopper Reformulated Double Blueberry Muffin Mix now has more blueberry flavor. The mix contains real blueberries and crumb topping, and retails at Price Chopper stores.

April-05

Krusteaz Berry Cobbler Homestyle Mix includes two pouches of real berry filling and is easy to make. The kosher product contains blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, and raspberries, and it retails at club stores. It in available in a two pack of 60oz.; and an original pack of 30oz.

Mar-05

Glutino Gluten Free Breakfast Bars contain no milk or dairy products, are low in fat, and have no added sugar or trans fatty acids. Blueberry, Apple, and Chocolate flavors are available in 5-ct. packs at health food stores.

Feb-05

Kraft Philadelphia Swirls Cream Cheese Spread features swirls of real fruit flavors. The product comes in six flavors: Garlic 'n Herb, Brown Sugar 'n Cinnamon Spice, Peaches 'n Cream, Triple Berries 'n Cream, Brown Sugar 'n Cinnamon Spice, and Peaches 'n Cream.

Jan-05

Dr. McDougall's Non Dairy Multigrain Blueberry Pancake Mix is an all-natural product that is low in fat, a good source of fiber, and contains no lactose or oil. The product is made with the "best ingredients" and makes nine servings

2004

Go MixT by Balance Bar® (Ryebrook, NY) is call an "energy snack mix"  It comes in Mixed Berry Crisp flavor.  The 1.58 oz. packet contains dried blueberries.


512004 This whole grain blueberry pancake mix is perfect for the outdoors.  Available through REI, just add water and mix in the foil bag that the mix comes in.


Click to enlarge Here is another outdoor breakfast concept.  It is Mountain House® Granola with Blueberries and Milk Entree.  The product contains freeze-dried blueberries.  Mountain House® also has a Blueberry Cheesecake Dessert that contains blueberry sauce and blueberry powder.

 

May 2004

 

Dairy Foods (May 2004, p. 31) reports on a new yogurt from Glico Dairy (Japan) that "meets the demands of consumers seeking something that is both healthy and indulgent." This "probiotic yogurt with bifidobacterium" is made with "whole blueberries (a valuable source of antioxidative polyphenols) and five fruit juices" and it is "finished off with white rum." Packaged in 100g containers, with a "separate cup for the fruit-based sauce." 

Mooberry Blueberry Milk is here!  According to BevNet.com (5/20/04), Promised Land Dairy (San Antonio, TX) has brought back what it calls its "most popular seasonal flavor" -- blueberry.
 

Hot off the press is a new blueberry tea called, Inko's Blueberry White Tea, according to BevNet.com (5/11/04).  According to the release, "Blueberry captures the plump taste of ripe blueberries."  Uses "all-natural blueberry extracts."

 


Go MixT by Balance Bar® (Ryebrook, NY) is call an "energy snack mix"  It comes in Mixed Berry Crisp flavor.  The 1.58 oz. packet contains dried blueberries.


Little BitesT Blueberry Muffins by Entenmann's®, Inc. (Totowa, NJ) comes in a box that contains five individual pouches of bite-sized blueberry muffin snacks -- great for big and little hands!  


 

 


Biochem has a "Lo Carb Breakfast Bar" called Blueberry Muffin.

April 2004

Advant Edge® Carb Control Nutrition Bar - Blueberry contains "4 g. impact carbs."  This 60 g. fruit filled bar contains dried blueberries.  Manufactured by EAS Inc. Entenmann's®, a division of George Weston Bakeries, Inc. (Bayshore, LI), has introduced a new line of baked sweets, called Entenmann's Carb CountingT, to meet the needs of America's carb-conscious consumers.  Developed under the guidance of Atkins Nutritionals, Inc., according to a press release (PRNewswire, 4/1/04), one of the products is Blueberry Breakfast Muffins. Described as "moist and tasty" and "an ideal breakfast option" each muffin has 9 grams net carbs.

 

 

< face=Arial size=-1>Flax-O-Meal® Quick Bread & Muffin Mix is called "Blueberrylicious."  Each low carb muffin contains 3 net grams of carbs.  The product has 10 g of protein per muffin. 


This SciTech Nutrition Vanilla Very Berry protein shake mix (1.1 lb.) contains real fruit pieces and is described as "ideal for low-carb diets" and "perfect for breakfast."


 

Each 70 g bar contains 30 g protein and is 6 g net carbohydrates.  The Premier Eight Bar Blueberry Cheesecake bar contains dried blueberries.

 

 

Snapple-a-DayT has a blueberry beverage for the low carbohydrate consumer.  Called, "Blueberry," the beverage has 24 vitamins and minerals and net 9 g. carbohydrates.


FUZET Mixed Berry drink includes blueberry juice on the label.  It is fortified with seven different vitamins plus calcium.  It is like drinking a vitamin. (www.fuzbev.com)  Contains "no high fructose corn syrup," "no preservatives," "no artificial colors."


This Carb SolutionsT Blueberry Muffin & Bread Mix for low carb diets contains 7 net carbs.  According to the ingredient listing, the mix contains: "Sweetened and Flavored Blueberries (Dried Blueberries, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Malic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Natural Flavor)."

 


CarbXtract Bagels (Blueberry) received a 4.5 out of 5 star rating by synergy-diet.com staff.  According to their review, "The current version is the sixth generation with vast improvement on taste and prolonged shelf-life.  They freeze well and toast even better."  Included in the ingredients are blueberries.  There is also a proprietary blend of almond meal, whole wheat flour, unbleached flour, soy flour, oat flour and sesame flour.  A serving is one-half bagel (9.8 g. total carbs and 67 calories).

 


Delmonte® has "Nature's Goodness"  Apples and Blueberries baby food.  Ingredients list:  apples, blueberries, ascorbic acid, and Vitamin C.  That's all.

 


Earth's Best Apples and Blueberries contains organic fruits and is Kosher.  Distributed by the Hain-Celestial Group, Inc. 

 

 

 

Gerber Products Co. has a new two pack of Apple Blueberry.  Package is microwavable.  "Contains no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives."

Gerber Products Co. has a new two pack of Banana Mixed Berrues (noted on the label as "100% Fruit").  Also on the label:  "Contains Natural fruit sugars only."

March 2004
Izze® Beverage Company (Boulder, CO) www.isse.com is extending its product line with a new flavor, sparkling blueberry. The company is unveiling the blueberry flavor at the NASFT Fancy Food show in Chicago, May 2-4, according to a release in BevNET (4/30/04). Inspired by European sodas. these carbonated beverages contain a blend of 100 percent fruit juice and sparkling water, and have no added sugars, caffeine, preservatives or artificial flavors. According to a press release posted on BevNET (3/19/04), each single-serve 12 oz. bottle of IZZE Sparkling Fruit Juice "combines a full serving of fruit with the hydration of carbonated, natural spring water."  In the US, the product is sold nationally at Harry & David and in Wild Oats Markets  It is available regionally in Whole Foods, natural foods stores, delis, and restaurants.  A 16 oz. bottle is in the works.  An 8 oz can is available for use in institutional foodservice.  According to another company press release (2/24/04), "Each serving contains 70% fruit juice and 30% sparkling water, with no additional ingredients, no refined sugars or high fructose corn syrups."  The beverage is available to students in the Boulder Valley School District as an alternative to sweetened sodas.
 

 

The Blueberry Cheesecake KetoT Bar is sold as a low carb product. Each 65 g bar has 24 g. protein and 2 g. "effective" carbohydrate count.  According to the ingredient statement the bar contains blueberry pieces.

 

Puffins Cereal & Milk Bars, Blueberry Yogurt Puffins cereal-maker Barbara's Bakery makes Puffins Cereal & Milk Bars, which are all natural, with no trans fat, artificial additives or preservatives. Each purchase supports the Audubon Society's Project Puffin.  One of the four bar flavors is blueberry yogurt.

 

 

Georgia blueberry producers have created a brand new product, Baxley Sunbelt Blueberry Cider.  The 32 fl. oz. (946 ml) pasteurized beverage is a refreshing treat.  For information:  Baxley Sunbelt Blueberry Inc., 1821 MLK Avenue, Baxley, GA  31513, ph. 912-367-2555.

 

 
Kellogg's Fruit Harvest cereal contains a bounty of freeze dried blueberries and strawberries.  Blueberries add sparkle to this cereal delight.

Lowfat Blueberry Kefir from Lifeway contains "10 Life and Active Probiotic Cultures."   The product uses bluebery juice concentrate and contains no preservatives.   (www.kefir.com)

Yummy chocolate covered blueberries from Valley View Blueberries!  (http://valleyviewblueberries.com/products.htm)  Check out the variety of blueberry products, such as, spice blueberry jam, cinnamon and honey spread, amaretto blueberry glaze, and blueberry pie filling and topping.
 

 

Quakers has a baked Blueberry product in its Crisp'um line.  This sweet cracker snack has bits of blueberry throughout!

Here is a nice way to start the day!  This cherry berry combination from Trader Joes contains lots of blueberries.

February 2004

Island Juice.jpg (22819 bytes) Island Juice Company in Southern Oregon has two blueberry containing smoothies:  The Medley (apple, blueberry, banana and raspberry) and Berry Splash (a combination of blueberry, raspberry, and strawberry).  Extras are offered such as, gingseng, soy protein, calcium with magnesium, multi-vitamin, and pollen with royal jelly, according to Rogue River News (2/27/04).  The concept for Island Juice was developed by company founder Jake Husel (Medford, OR) and his father.

 

 

Pantry Magic Gourmet (Hopkinton, MA) carries a blueberry English muffin.  The huge muffins, created by Sandra Story, cost $1.50 each.  These gourmet muffins are said to have a slightly finer crumb than the typical English muffin available in the grocery store.  To order call Pantry Magic Gourmet at 508-435-5841.

Jacobsen's Snack Toast Blueberry.jpg (159298 bytes) Crunchy Blueberry Snack Toast from Jacobsen's Toast, Division of Log House Foods, Inc. (Plymouth, MN)  is "Low Fat, No Cholesterol, and Low Sodium."  Toast pieces have a blueberry swirl and are dusted with sugar sprinkles. 

January 2004

Arizona Beverage Co. (Cincinnati, OH)  has introduced a "No Carb" Blueberry Green Tea with natural fruit flavors for national distribution.  The 20 oz. glass bottle contains 10 calories per 8 oz. serving.   

For a twist on the traditional take a look at this New York style bagel filled with blueberry cream cheese!  Filled Bagel Industries LLC has come out with Blueberry Bagel-ers.  The convenient out-of-hand bar snack can be eaten hot or cold!  Zap it in the microwave, heat it in a toaster, or enjoy straight from the refrigerator.  The choice is yours!  An overview of the product is found at Foodservice Central and a Bagel-er taste test is found in the November 2003 issue of Stagnito's New Products Magazine (p. 16).

Yo Baby Stonyfield Farm has an organic yogurt product specially formulated for young children called YoBaby.  The Blueberry and Apple flavor is certified organic and contains blueberry juice from concentrate.
 

2003  

Note:  2003 must have been the year of Blueberry Beverages!  Remember when we needed to go to Japan to find a blueberry drink?

 

 

December 2003

All Natural Blueberry Iced Tea Made with natural blueberry juice concentrate, this blueberry iced tea comes in a six-pack and can be ordered from the Atlantic Blueberry Company (Hammonton, NJ) website.  The Atlantic Blueberry Company is a charter member of the North American Blueberry Council.

 

Blueberry Solid Extract (3 oz Jar) How about this for a new and exciting blueberry product -- "Blueberry Solid Extract!"  For details see the Atlantic Blueberry Company (Hammonton, NJ) website.

 

November 2003

toaster pastry.jpg (14313 bytes) A review of this Quaker product is found at mrbreakfast.com  The reviewer rates this breakfast product with "7 out of 7 golden eggs" and calls it, "a new champion."

 

General Mills (Minneapolis, MN) has introduced Blueberry Oatmeal Crisp Fruit 'n Cereal Bars.  The bars have a layer of blueberry filling between crispy whole grain cereal with almonds.  Details may be found on the General Mills website.  The product was recently featured in the publication, Food & Drug Packaging, Oct. 2003, page 33.

 

Fairfield Farm Kitchens (Brockton, MA) has come out with Organic Blueberry Toaster Muffins.  The product is featured in the Oct. 2003 issue of Baking & Snack under "New on the Shelf."  Low in saturated fats, the product goes from toaster to hands in two minutes and tastes great according to the article.  For details check out the Fairfield Farm Kitchens website.  

 

Edy's (Oakland, CA) has a Whole Fruit Sorbet.  According to the company's description, "Packed with more natural fruit flavor than ice cream, each bite bursts with the intense taste of fruit."  This is a fat free product as well as kosher, dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut allergen-free.

 

 

bb pie cookies 07.JPG (352614 bytes) This "Dali Classics Foods Series" soft cake called "Blueberry.Pie"  is made by Fujian Dali Food Co., Ltd. (Fujian, China).  The product uses blueberry powder in the filling.  There is a message in English from the celebrity on the front of the package that says, "May the breeze bring you the tenderness and warmth from me.  Far from each other we may be.  Yet still you are here.  At the bottom of my heart."

bb-gum squares 31.JPG (330915 bytes) Manufactured by Shenzhen Jananj Food Co., Ltd. (China) the package contains "10 pellets" of blueberry sugarfree chewing gum with the notation on the back package panel, "Helps protect teeth."

BB stick gum-32.JPG (362790 bytes) This package contains 15 sticks of blueberry flavored gum.  The brand is called "Weekend" and the product is touted to be a low sugar chewing gum from China.

bb marshmallow candy 12.JPG (616960 bytes) Twin Oaks brand individually packaged marshmallow treats filled with blueberry jam in the middle.  This product is manufactured by Sam's Garden Foodstuffs Co., Ltd., Guangdong, China.

 

October 2003

Blueberry tea can be found at NewEnglandTea.com (Swanton, VT).  The ingredient statement shows blueberry leaves and blueberries. According to the site:  "The light purple colour of the infusion is typical of blueberry. Its floral and fruity taste feels like biting into a freshly picked blueberry."

 

bb 3+2 cookie1 22.JPG (213494 bytes) From China is 3+2 blueberry flavor "cracker sandwich" with "blueberry dry concentrate" on the ingredient statement.  The package features teen group S.H.E. on the label.  The 125 g. package is produced under the Master Kong label. http://www.masterkong.com.cn/      

bb Cadena cookies 13.JPG (441497 bytes) These crispy cookie straws come in a 20 g. package.  There is a link to http://www.blueberries.com/ on the label along with SFA signage indicating that the company is a memer of the Snack Food Association.  Product shows blueberries everywhere on the label!

Burnette-canned products.jpg (617439 bytes) New to the Mexican marketplace are consumer size pie fillings, including blueberry by Burnette Foods, Inc. (Hartford, MI)  under the Bonet label.  The new product labels were showcased at the recent Abastur Food and Restaurant Show in Mexico City, Oct. 1-3!

September 2003

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Meiji Seika Kaisha, Ltd. http://www.meiji.co.jp/ has a cookie coated berry product.  In addition to Japan, the company distributes confectionery products in Singapore, China and Indonesia.  The company has production facilities in the USA (Pennsylvania and California) and sells products throughout the US.

 

 

August 2003


bb-TJoes bar 28.JPG (406552 bytes) Here's an interesting product under the Trader Joe's (TM) label, "this 'blueberry' walks into a bar."  According to the label, this cereal bar is made with organic grains and no hydrogenated oils.  The ingredient statement shows blueberry filling plus and blueberries as the number 1 and number 2 ingredients on the statement!

 

July 2003


bb applesauce Burnett's product 10.JPG (206269 bytes) How about this for a school foodservice item, blueberry applesauce, produced by Burnette Foods, Inc. (Hartford, MI).  The single-serve container is easy to store, easy to serve, and makes a nice presentation.  Best of all this provides a complete fruit serving!


June 2003


Coca Cola launches blueberry beverage in Thailand!  

 

 

May 2003

Yunnan Youth Beverage Company in Kunming, China introduces a new blueberry beverage for students!  The blueberry is actually suspended in a jelly juice like the popular bubble teas which are the rage in Asia!


April 2003


Blueberry Beverage launched in Taiwan.  It has 100% of the daily requirement of Collagen and Inulin.  This innovative blueberry drink has been introduced by drink manufacturer Chen Kou Wei Foods.  The product is supported by extension television advertising and according to the company is doing quite well.  Two years ago, blueberries were unknown in Taiwan and one year ago, there was little link to health issues.  So blueberries have come a long long way to Japan-like popularity!  http://www.hokia.com/tw 


March 2003

 

Koreans love blueberry yogurt!  CJ, one of Korea's leading food manufacturing companies is rising the blueberry wave with the introduction of blueberry yogurt cup!  The product uses IQF blueberries on the bottom and almost 1/3 blueberry in every cup!  

 

 

February 2003

Blueberry B Monster! Odwalla, the innovative California juice company has capitalized on the appeal of blueberries in it's newest creation: Blueberry B Monster!  The smoothie like beverage features citrus and other juices as well as blueberry!  This may just be the best tasting blueberry drink ever produced and is sure to be a big hit with kits and adults alike!  Congratulations to Odwalla and look in a store near you!  http://www.odwalla.com/ 


January 2003

Blue Nectar , MBG Marketing, Michigan comes in a 4 pack, is 100% real juice and blended from only the finest blueberries and apples found in the heart of Michigan`s fruit belt. It has a wonderfully full blueberry flavor, sweetened with delicious apple. If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, imagine what this combination can do with antioxidant-loaded blueberries. It`s not only great for you, it's simply refreshing!  Buy Blue Nectar online at the Blueberry Store.  

 

New Product Showcase 2002
 
 

December 2002

Blueberry Mustard!  Another Example of how good blueberries pair with savory flavors.  The blueberry and mustard impart a synergistic flavor of its own.  Already this item has developed a cult like following along with other items like blueberry jalapeno hot sauce!  

 

November 2002

Blueberry Cosmetics - From Freeman Company in New Zealand comes an entire line of blueberry antioxidant cosmetics.  

 

Oct-02


Blueberry Chutney!  We have heard that East Indians in BC make home made chutney with blueberries!  Here is a new blueberry Indian style chutney from MGB Marketing and the Blueberry Store in South Haven, Michigan.  


September 2002

Gingerich Farms, Oregon Pancake Mix.  Uses 100% natural dried blueberries in an excellent batter mix.  Family has been in the blueberry growing business in the state of Oregon since the 1900s.

For more information: http://www.gingerich.com/.

 

August 2002


Berry Chips!  Pinah's Snack Food Company in Wisconsin introduced a new blueberry snack chip.  Smells like real blueberry!  It was a hit of the SNAXPO trade show.  http://www.pinahs.com/PRODUCT.htm 

 

July 2002

Traditional Japanese Confectionery (Wagashi) with Blueberries!  Check out the web site of this traditional Japanese confectionery company called Dora-Yaki!  http://www.dora-yaki.com/ 

 

June 2002

Blueberry Salsa - Blueberries and hot chiles work create an outstanding combination! 


May 2002

Russian Blueberry Chocolates.  This is a traditional Siberian candy where the blueberry is integrated right into the dark chocolate for preservation.  A favorite with the Russian community on the west coast of the USA. 

 

 

April 2002

Blueberry Syrup   From MBG Marketing and the Blueberry Store, this one is not just for pancakes and waffles.  Try it on meats and chicken for main dishes!  Also for ice cream and yogurts!

 

March 2002

Blueberry Ale - A great tasting blueberry ale from Wachusset Brewing Company in Massachusetts.  

http://www.wachusettbrew.com/index.php 

Other Blueberry Beers

February 2002

Blueberry Pasta!  That's right, an innovative Japanese specialty foods company has developed a blueberry pasta that is sold in major department stores int he gift section.  Normally these items are sold in packages in tandem with other blueberry items such as juice and wine!  


January 2002

Blueberry Barbeque sauce! An outstanding grilling sauce from MBG Marketing and the Blueberry Store in South Haven, Michigan! 
 

 

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