This August saw Dunkin’, Canton, Mass., introduce ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages in four distinct flavors—both for iced teas and iced coffees.

Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Coffee has an ABV of 6% and draws inspiration from the brand’s iconic coffee flavors. Four Dunkin’ Spiked Iced Coffees varieties include Original, Caramel, Mocha, and Vanilla. They’re sold at grocery retailers in 12 states (but not restaurants) and can be purchased as 12-can mix pack, a four-pack of 12oz Original Spiked Iced Coffee cans, or single 19.2oz Original Spiked Iced Coffee cans.

“We knew we had the opportunity to create something special when we saw the positive response to our previous seasonal collaborations for Dunkin’-inspired beers. The growing appetite for adult beverages inspired us to put a twist on our customers’ favorite Dunkin’ Iced Coffee, Iced Tea and Refresher flavors,” said Brian Gilbert, vice president of Retail Business Development at Dunkin’.

Reality television personality Jenelle Evans (MTV’s Teen Mom 2, 2009-2019) introduced Time Of The Day, a new line of Fair Trade-sourced functional mushroom coffees. Publicly dealing with fibromyalgia, body aches, migraines, and recently diagnosed with thymic hyperplasia, Evans said she knew she had to make health and lifestyle changes to improve her well-being.

"My entire body and immune system felt like it was under attack," Evans said. "I had to question everything I ate and drank, even coffee. I was worried. I knew I was on to something with mushroom coffee when I didn't feel so tired by midday."

Three varieties include Reishi and Turkey Tail for energy and recovery; a 7 Superfood Blend for immunity and overall wellness; and Lion's Mane and Cordyceps for memory support and stamina. The instant coffees come in 2.55oz containers are available for pre-order at www.timeoftheday.shop.

Canada’s Tim Hortons Inc., Oakville, Ont., said it introduced its first product available across the United States: new Tim Hortons^® Cold Brew Concentrate. It comes in four flavors including Medium Blend Black, Birthday Cake, Cinnamon Swirl and Mocha Cereal.

"Consumers will love every delicious sip of our Tim Hortons Cold Brew Concentrate," said Markus Sturm, Tim Hortons head of consumer packaged goods. "The smooth taste is crafted with 100% Arabica Beans for a flavor experience inspired by the cold brew we have in Tim Hortons restaurants."

The concentrates come in 32oz, multi-serve bottles with eight individual servings when prepared as directed. Consumers simply mix with water and ice.

Kraft Heinz, Chicago and Pittsburgh, Pa., said its Maxwell House brand introduced its first innovation in nearly a decade: new Iced Latte with Foam. The café-style iced latte comes in three flavors – Vanilla, Hazelnut and Caramel – and consumers simply add the contents of an individual pouch to a glass, pour in iced water and stir to enjoy.

“As iced beverages continue to rise in coffee shops, this opens a huge opportunity to continue the growth of cold in the coffee aisle at grocery stores,” said Sweta Kannan, director of marketing and coffee innovation at Kraft Heinz. "Our never-before-seen cold-stirred foam technology will allow coffee lovers to save the time and money of going to a coffee shop, and instead inspire them to unleash their inner barista by providing an easy-to-make café style experience with every sip in three simple steps."

Maxwell House Iced Latte with Foam is available at online retailers and in grocery stores nationwide for $6.99, which includes six 1oz sachets. End of Part 1