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Chilled Cocoa Drinks

This Chocolate Drink Can Be Warmed in the Microwave

— November 11, 2015 — Lifestyle
'International Delight' recently launched a line of pre-mixed drinks that simply need to be warmed in the microwave. When it comes to hot chocolate, consumers often have to choose between purchasing the drink from a nearby coffee shop or making hot cocoa from a pre-packed drink mix. Although these powdered mixes make it easy to prepare hot chocolate, it can be difficult to get the ratio just right.

International Delight is now offering an easier way to enjoy delicious hot chocolate at home. The 'Heat & Drink' line consists of pre-mixed hot chocolate that comes in a chilled carton. The drink mixture is made from real milk, sugar and cocoa, which gives it a rich chocolate taste. When consumers want to enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, they can simply warm the drink in the microwave.

The Heat & Drink beverages are available in a Milk Chocolate and Dark Chocolate variety.
Trend Themes
1. Pre-mixed Cocoa Drinks - Opportunity for brands to create convenient and delicious pre-mixed cocoa drinks that can be easily warmed in the microwave.
2. Microwaveable Beverage Packaging - Potential for innovative beverage packaging that is specifically designed to be heated in the microwave, providing convenience for consumers.
3. Personalized Hot Chocolate - Disruption opportunity to offer personalized hot chocolate options, allowing consumers to customize their drink with different flavors, toppings, or mix-ins.
Industry Implications
1. Beverage Manufacturing - Opportunity for beverage manufacturers to expand their product lines by offering pre-mixed cocoa drinks that can be heated quickly and easily.
2. Packaging Design - Potential for packaging designers to develop innovative containers that are specifically designed for microwaveable beverages, creating a new market segment.
3. Hospitality and Foodservice - Disruption opportunity for coffee shops, cafes, and restaurants to offer personalized hot chocolate options on their menus, catering to the preferences of individual customers.
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