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Angry Orchard brings a less-sweet cider to shelves
WALDEN, N.Y. -- Leading hard cider brand Angry Orchard is introducing a less sweet, easy-drinking cider.

The brand's new Easy Apple offers drinkers a refreshing hard cider option in the Angry Orchard core collection that's both lower in calories and sessionable. The cider will be introduced in 6-packs beginning in August. Easy Apple will also be available nationwide in the Angry Orchard Fall Orchard Sampler Variety Pack.
Duke's Smoked Meats launches new look and products nationwide
BOULDER, Colo. -- A Colorado-based maker of smoked meats is leveraging the rising popularity of protein-laden snacks with a new look for the brand and new products.

Sonoma Brands shakes up the snack category with marshmallows

SONOMA, Calif. -- A new brand is offering a "better-for-you" option to satisfy any sweet tooth on-the-go.

SMASHMALLOW says it aims to redefine the sweet snack into a "better-for-you," reduced guilt option for consumers who care about their health and well-being.
New brand launches laundry detergent for men

HARWOOD, Md. -- As lifestyle products for men continue to disrupt the beauty aisles, a new brand is looking to disrupt the laundry care aisle too.
Kashi introduces culturally inspired foods

SOLANA BEACH, Calif. -- Consumers will be able to take a trip around the world with Kashi's new line of foods inspired by some of the world's most vibrant food cultures and culinary traditions.

From the Mediterranean to Africa to South America, Kashi says it looked to culinary traditions of rich cultures when creating the newest foods, which include savory snack bars, crispy teff thins and quinoa bowls. While each region is unique and different from the next, they all share a respect for the art of crafting flavor and thrive on what's native to the terrain.
Report: Hostess launches deep-fried twinkie line

Deep-fried food fans don't need to wait for the state fair or a food festival to get their fix anymore: Hostess is now selling Deep Fried Twinkies in stores, exclusively at Walmart. (Syracuse.com)
Report: Pumpkin spice frappuccinos coming to store shelves

After initially saying that it would be distributing bottled Pumpkin Spice Frappuccinos only at Costco in 15-bottle packs, Starbucks now says the much beloved drinks will be available at major retailers nationwide.
Mondelez expands portfolio with Burton's Biscuits license acquisition

DEERFIELD, Ill. -- Mondelez International is acquiring a license that enables the company to manufacture, market and sell Cadbury-branded biscuits around the world.

The company announced Friday that it has signed an agreement to purchase the license from Burton's Biscuit Company.
Study: Back-to-school shopping just getting started

Back-to-school promotions seem to start earlier and earlier each year. But most consumers aren’t buying the pitch.

That’s one of the findings of a new report by A.T. Kearney in which the majority of consumers surveyed said they planned to do most of their BTS shopping in August and September. (Only 4% of shoppers did any of their shopping as early as July 4.) And in another nod to the "old school" shopper, the study suggests that brick-and-mortar will still make or break back-to-school sales.
Lean Cuisine introduces entrees inspired by ethnic flavors

SOLON, Ohio -- Lean Cuisine is introducing four new limited-time entrées inspired by international culinary trends and regional flavors.

The four entrées, Southwest-Style Potato Bake, Chicken Tikka Masala, Cheese & Fire-Roasted Chile Tamale and Thai-Style Ginger Beef, are crafted and designed by Lean Cuisine's culinary chefs who travel the country, from New York City to San Francisco, visiting top restaurants, hot spots and tastemakers for meal inspirations.