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Dutchie celebrates Pride Month with limited edition yogurt featuring artwork by Viput A

Dutchie has launched fat-free yogurt with elderberry and mixed fruits in Thailand with nata de coco. This limited edition yogurt is also part of the series with the Pride Month design featuring artworks by local illustrator Viput A. The Pride range has four SKUs, including the limited edition elderberry mixed fruit yogurt with vitamin B5 and inulin fibre. 

Food and drink companies usually feature Pride artwork on their packaging, but would it be possible to feature Pride-inspired flavours, too?

Dutchie has recently launched new global flavours for its yogurt series, including Kiwi Apple, Korean-inspired Pear, UK-inspired Banoffee Pie and Japan-inspired Apple Aomori, all with nata de coco and available at Lotus’s. 

Dutchie also has introduced Shine Muscat Grape with nata de coco at 7-Eleven.

 

Coca-Cola ThaiNamthip, and HAADTHIP Join Forces with Accor in the Exciting ‘Accor x Coca-Cola¼ Mixology Competition 2024’ Crafting Signature Cocktails with “Coca-Cola” Products by World-Class Bartenders

The Coca-Cola system in Thailand, comprising ThaiNamthip Ltd., HaadThip plc, and Coca-Cola (Thailand) Ltd., recently collaborated with Accor, one of the largest international hospitality groups in Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, proudly introduce the third annual ‘Accor x Coca-ColaÂź Mixology Competition 2024.’ This celebrated competition presents the creativity and skills of Accor’s bartenders who craft exceptional cocktails with “Coca-Cola” products. The competition aims to elevate the beverage industry and the Thai bartender industry, ensuring a delightful experience for travelers from around the globe and visitors to Accor hotels and resorts nationwide.

Mr. Tanaporn Khositaphai, Senior Vice President – Commercial of ThaiNamthip Corporation Limited, proudly announced, “Coca-Cola ThaiNamthip is pleased to be a long-standing partner with Accor, a global hospitality leader. The ‘Accor x Coca-ColaÂź Mixology Competition 2024’ is a collaboration between Accor and the Coca-Cola system in Thailand. This event provides a platform for bartenders from Accor hotels to drive development of the cocktail drinks industry, by demonstrating their innovative ideas and crafting signature menus using the world-class drinks of “Coca-Cola” products.” He continued, “We believe this collaboration will uplift the culinary experience to the next level, delivering refreshing beverages and unforgettable moments. Travelers from around the world staying at Accor hotels nationwide will enjoy an elevated culinary journey, making their travels even more memorable and enjoyable. This partnership not only celebrates the art of mixology but also strengthens the commitment of ThaiNamthip and Accor to recognize Thailand’s globally renowned and celebrated culinary heritage, solidifying the country’s position as an exceptional culinary tourism destination for food and drink culture.

Mr. Tony Chisholm, Vice President, Food & Beverage, Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific, Premium, Midscale & Economy Division, Accor, commented, “As a leader in hospitality, Accor is dedicated to creating world-class moments for travelers worldwide. Our collaboration with the Coca-Cola system in Thailand celebrates our long-term partnership and elevates the guest experience across Accor hotels. With over 90 hotels and resorts in Thailand, we provide exceptional accommodations and innovative offerings. This competition brings vibrancy and unforgettable moments to the dining experience, showcasing the creativity of Accor’s bartenders with unique cocktail menus. By responding to the trend towards curated, immersive food and beverage events, this partnership ensures guests leave with lasting memories of their visit to Thailand and our exclusive services.”

The ‘Accor x Coca-Cola¼ Mixology Competition 2024’ was held at Mercure Bangkok Surawong, bringing together talented bartenders from Accor hotels nationwide, with the Thailand Bartender Association supporting the tasting judge team. The contestants demonstrated their creativity by crafting unique cocktails using “Coca-Cola” products, including Coca-Cola¼ Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola¼ Original Taste, Fanta¼, Sprite¼, and Schweppes¼.

Mango Stick Bliss

The winner, Ms. Sureerat Chonphakdee from V Villas Phuket – MGallery, with her creative drink using Schweppes¼ Soda Water under the name “Mango Stick Bliss”, took home a 30.49 gram (2 baht) gold bar. Her creative drink was inspired by Mango Sticky Rice – one of the most famous Thai desserts – blended with sweet and tangy pineapple and coconut juice.

Sane O-Ross

The first runner-up, Ms. Darat Chabplan from Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, with her “Sane O-Ross” menu using a perfect blend of SchweppesÂź Manao Soda and mangosteen – the queen of Thai fruit – took home a 15.244 gram (1 baht) gold bar. The second runner-up, Mr. Chatchol Meesom from the Mövenpick Siam Na Jomtien Pattaya, with his creative recipe “Montra”, which was a perfect blend of Coca-ColaÂź Original Taste and the unique taste of local Thai herbs took home a 7.6 gram gold bar.

Montra

There was also the ‘Best Presented Video’ award won by Mr. Prakhongkiat Oonsamlee from Avista Grande Phuket Karon Resort – MGallery, who received a 2,000 baht gift voucher for presenting his “Kang-Mai” menu using Schweppes¼ Dry Ginger Ale and a touch of Thai curry paste.

Kang-Mai

These award-winning signature cocktails, featuring “Coca-Cola” products, will soon be available at Accor hotels nationwide.

Tipco releases new Tipco Everyday Fresh Pineapple Juice with Coconut Water, Tipco x Cafe is back

Tipco has launched Tipco Everyday Fresh Pineapple Juice with Coconut Water in Thailand. The NFC juice is made from 100% real fruit and features the famous Hom Suwan pineapple, a unique pineapple developed by Tipco. 

The juice company has also brought back the Tipco x Cafe campaign to encourage consumers, particularly foodservice operators, to expand the usage of Tipco juices, especially in mixology. For ordinary consumers, the foodservice drink creations inspire them to create something similar with Tipco juices at home.

Refreshing taste of Calpis Lacto Soda with peach and kakigori

Calpis Lacto Soda brings the refreshing taste of peach and kakigori to Thai consumers so they can cool down during the hot summer. This fizzy mixed yoghurt drink fermented by Lactobacillus taps into kakigori or Japanese shaved ice dessert. The drink is available for purchase at 7-Eleven.  

Ichitan rides the Tanghulu trend with new Yen Yen Tanghulu Strawberry

Ichitan is riding the Tanghulu trend with the launch of Yen Yen Tanghulu in strawberry flavour. Tanghulu is a traditional fruit snack from China typically made of fruits coated in a clear, crystalized sugar shell. Tanghulu has become a trend in recent years, especially in South Korea. Globally, there are around 254 million posts related to Tanghulu Recipe on TikTok alone. 

In China, Tanghulu is usually made with the Chinese hawthorn but is also available in other fruits. The Yen Yen drink with Tanghulu Strawberry offers a sweet and sour taste, perfect for the summer. 

The Yen Yen Tanghulu drink and the Yen Yen Sour Plum drink, launched in 2022, indicate the growing trend of Chinese-inspired drinks in the Thai market. It does indicate that Thai beverage manufacturers are broadening their horizons by incorporating what’s trending not just in South Korea or Japan but also in China.

KCG gives its Dairygold cheese slice a taste of Thailand

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KCG Corporation has unveiled new cheese products that incorporate Thai flavours to spur cheese sales. Showcased at THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2024 in Bangkok in May 2024, the new Dairygold cheese slices feature the flavours of Ka Prao, Tom Yum and Green Curry.

The new Dairygold Thai-flavoured cheese slices provide consumers, including foodservice operators, with a product they can easily incorporate into creations that offer a familiar Thai taste.

 

Bar.B.Q Plaza and Lay’s teamed up

Bar.B.Q Plaza and Lay’s have teamed up to launch two limited-edition flavours for the Thai snack market. The new collaboration features Bar.B.Q Plaza’s BBQ and fiery BBQ flavours. Both brands have similar customer bases, with Lay’s consumers prefer socializing, while Bar.B.Q Plaza customers like sharing moments while eating. Both flavours will be available until the end of August 2024.

The two parties took 6-8 months to develop the formula to ensure the flavours deliver an authentic taste of eating at a Bar.B.Q Plaza restaurant. 

Separately, Bar.B.Q Plaza aims to acehive revenue of THB 3.8 billion in 2024, on top of the THB 3.5 billion it obtained in 2023.

ThaiNamthip Collaborates with The Pizza Company introducing ‘Fuze Tea’, Coca-Cola’s Lemon Tea, Bringing a Refreshing Complement to the Delectable Pizza at 200 Branches of The Pizza Company Nationwide

Thursday 20 June 2024 – ThaiNamthip, a bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company in Thailand, together with The Pizza Company, introduce the refreshing ‘Fuze Tea’ – a lemon-flavored tea from “Coca-Cola” – to offer a refreshing beverage option to complement the piping hot pizza delights at over 200 The Pizza Company branches nationwide. This introduction will diversify the beverage menu with a wide range of soft drinks and fruit teas. This initiative is part of ThaiNamthip’ s commitment in supporting its partner while meeting consumer demands.

Mr. John Jason Riley, Vice President – HoReCa, ThaiNamthip Corporation Limited, stated, “ThaiNamthip operates with a customer-centric approach, we support our partners’ businesses growth with world-class beverage products that suit various retail formats, aiming to build sustainable business growth for our partners. Recently, ThaiNamthip collaborated with The Pizza Company, Thailand’s most popular pizza restaurant chain, to introduce the latest formula of the ‘Fuze Tea’ in a post-mix dispenser, adding to the current “Coca-Cola” soft drink offerings. This initiative caters to consumers who enjoy tea and fruit drinks, enhancing their dining experience with refreshing and contemporary flavors, while supporting The Pizza Company in meeting the diverse preferences of consumers. This aligns with ThaiNamthip’s commitment in propelling customer businesses with globally renowned beverage by delivering high-quality products and providing promotional activities and media promotion to boost sales and consumer outreach.”

Mr. Patt Pongwittayapipat, General Manager of The Pizza Company under the operation of The Minor Food Group Public Company Limited, explained, “The Pizza Company has been Thailand’s most popular pizza choice. Last year, we underwent a major rebranding process to refresh and modernize our brand, aiming to connect with all consumer groups. Our collaboration with ThaiNamthip to introduce the latest formulation of ‘Fuze Tea’ will broaden our beverage selection and appeal to a wider range of consumers. “Coca-Cola” has also been a long-standing favorite in Thailand, just like The Pizza Company, not to mention their global brand recognition. We believe this partnership will enrich our flavor offerings, ensuring that we deliver ‘The Best Pizza Moment’ that is delightful, refreshing, and even more special with ‘Fuze Tea’, now available at over 200 Pizza Company branches nationwide at 59 THB.

ThaiNamthip is ready to deliver a refreshing experience with world-renowned beverage brands. Our customers include Modern Trade businesses, the Hotel, Restaurant, and Cafe-Catering (HoReCa) sector, and local traditional trade stores. Businesses interested in partnering with ThaiNamthip can obtain further information from the ThaiNamthip Service Center by calling 02-616-5555 or by visiting our website at https://www.thainamthip.co.th/en

TWiS Active Mango Cider Vinegar offers positive impact on health and beauty

Image by TWiS

TWiS Active Mango Cider Vinegar, showcased by THAIFEX – Anuga Asia 2024, makes it easy for consumers to obtain the benefits of fruit cider vinegar in a palatable format. According to TWiS, one tablespoon of mango cider vinegar provides 750mg of acetic acid per serving, which can positively impact health and beauty if consumed continuously over 8-12 weeks.

TWiS Active Mango Cider Vinegar is made using imported proven ingredients. It has zero added sugar, is low in GI and is diabetic-friendly.

TWiS Active Mango Cider Vinegar is sold in a squeezable pouch format and is available in three variants:

Beautibink (peach flavour) – Skin and UV protection with 2,500mg of collagen peptides imported from Japan and vitamin C

D-Toxi (lemon honey flavour) – Digestive healthy with 8,000mg of fibre and GOS prebiotic. 

S-Kinny (green apple flavour) – Weight management with coffee bean extract.

We are seeing rising NPDs involving cider vinegar in Thailand, including the latest BOBBI Cider Vinegar Sparkling launch in five exciting flavours to tap into growing consumer interest in the benefits of fermentation.

Go Football Crazy with Carlsberg’s First-Ever Digital Football League and Enjoy a VIP Football Experience in Anfield!

(From Left) Patrik Berger , MD of Carlsberg Malaysia Stefano Clini and VladimĂ­r Ć micer

Football season reaches fever pitch with #BestWithCarlsberg’s most exciting playoff yet, created to celebrate and reward the game’s biggest supporters.

PETALING JAYA, 19 June 2024 – Carlsberg, the brew synonymous with football, is putting football fans at the centre of the action with the launch of its first-ever Digital Football League, offering punters an unmatched opportunity to flaunt their skills, secure bragging rights, and snag unparalleled prizes. Under the banner of the #BestWithCarlsberg campaign, this League is a celebration of the beautiful game and the fans who make it all possible, including an all-expenses-paid exclusive Liverpool FC experience at Anfield valued at RM50,000!

Carlsberg Malaysia also organised an exclusive meet and greet party at Tropicana Golf and Country Resort on the 19 June featuring two of the most revered football legends: Patrik Berger and VladimĂ­r Ć micer, as a preview to the grand prize adventure to Liverpool. These iconic players, known for their illustrious careers and legendary status, were on hand to interact with fans, share their experiences, and inspire the next generation of football enthusiasts. Supporters also had the rare chance of watching a live match with these Anfield heroes, fully completing the #BestWithCarlsberg experience.

Stefano Clini, Managing Director of Carlsberg Malaysia, shared his excitement, stating, “We are beyond excited to bring the Carlsberg Digital Football League to our passionate football fans. This League is not just about winning prizes; it’s about celebrating the love for football and creating #BestWithCarlsberg moments. With incredible prizes, daily leaderboard updates, and legendary meet and greet opportunities, we are committed to making this the ultimate football experience ever.”

From now until the end of July, football enthusiasts can join the action at over 40 locations nationwide. It will be a test of skill, and passion as contenders battle for supremacy on the daily refreshed leaderboard. The Top 8 performers will walk away with amazing cash prizes and exclusive football merchandise, with the first prize winner taking home RM10,000, while the runner-up will receive RM5,000. Five third-place winners will each get RM1,000, and all participants will receive exclusive football gear to commemorate their experience.

The golden goal, however, is to clinch the all-time champion spot where the grand prize for this thrilling competition is a dream come true for any Liverpool FC fan: an all-expenses-paid Liverpool FC experience for two, valued at RM50,000. The lucky winners will be treated with flights and accommodation to Liverpool, UK and an exclusive visit to the Carlsberg Lounge at Anfield, where they will enjoy VIP treatment, immerse themselves in the electrifying atmosphere of one of the most historic football stadiums in the world and watch the Reds play live.

To tackle this thrilling challenge, consumers can make their way to selected super and hypermarkets and grab two six-pack cans of Carlsberg Danish Pilsner or Carlsberg Smooth Draught for a single game. Alternatively, they can hit up their favourite bar or pub and secure two games by purchasing RM150 worth of Carlsberg Danish Pilsner or Carlsberg Smooth Draught. A game-changer for both seasoned players and devoted supporters, this League promises thrills, excitement, and unforgettable moments.

Set to be a #BestWithCarlsberg moment, visit https://bestwithcarlsberg.my/ to find out more about the campaign. ‘Like’ and ‘Follow’ @CarlsbergMY on Facebook and Instagram for the latest activities and giveaways.

At Carlsberg Malaysia, we advocate responsible consumption, always remember if you drink, don’t drive – #CELEBRATERESPONSIBLY.

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