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AWAKE Chocolate has expanded beyond the sweet snack aisle with the nationwide launch of AWAKE Caffeinated Trail Mix.

Entering commercial distribution on 15 September 2026, the product line introduces the brand's proprietary caffeinated chocolate into the traditional trail mix segment. Each serving delivers 80 milligrams of caffeine, equivalent to a standard small cup of coffee, alongside 5 to 6 grams of protein, engineered to provide functional energy in an ambient, portable format.

The rollout represents the company's largest portfolio diversification to date, positioning the line across grocery multiples, convenience chains, university campuses, and contract foodservice operators to capture midday functional snacking and snacking-on-the-go missions.

Formulation and Flavour Portfolio

The product development integrates AWAKE's caffeinated chocolate chunks with roasted nuts, seeds, and dried inclusions, creating a dual-benefit nutritional profile combining functional stimulation with plant protein.

The lineup debuts across two initial flavour varieties:

🥜 Classic Crunch: A traditional nut and fruit blend combined with caffeinated chocolate pieces, formulated to supply sustained energy and crunch.

🥨 Sweet & Salty: A balanced blend pairing savoury seasoned nuts and crisp inclusions with rich, caffeinated chocolate.

Key formulation specifications and nutritional attributes include:

Functional Caffeine: Formulated with 80mg of caffeine per serving derived from the brand's chocolate matrix.

Protein Content: Provides 5g to 6g of protein per serving across natural nut and seed inclusions.

Targeted Usage Dayparts: Engineered for desk-side afternoon slumps, travel, outdoor recreation, and academic study periods where brewed coffee or energy drinks may be impractical.

Diversification and Availability

The launch marks a transition for AWAKE Chocolate, taking its functional confectionery intellectual property into the broader snack category.

While traditional trail mixes have historically been positioned as natural energy snacks based on macronutrient calories, the inclusion of measured caffeine bridges the gap between active nutrition, functional beverages, and ambient grab-and-go snacks.

The multi-channel commercial footprint spans both conventional retail aisles and institutional foodservice operations:

High-Street Grocery and Natural Multiples: Physical distribution secured across Kroger, The Fresh Market, and Fresh Thyme.

Contract Catering and Workplace Dining: Placement across corporate dining and campus dining networks managed by Compass Group and Canteen.

Convenience and Forecourt Networks: Initial availability through Englefield Oil convenience forecourts, with a regional rollout scheduled across convenience chain Wawa in October.

Digital E-Commerce: Available for nationwide online delivery via Amazon and the company's direct-to-consumer digital storefront.

Packaging Formats and Pricing

AWAKE is deploying a dual packaging architecture to address immediate consumption at front-of-store checkouts alongside pantry replenishment:

Single-Serve Sleeves: Formatted for impulse checkout racks, forecourt displays, and micro-markets, carrying an entry retail price starting at US$2.49.

Multi-Serve Pouches: Multi-pack configurations designed for grocery shelving and digital grocery baskets, starting at an MSRP of US$9.99.

To support consumer awareness during the launch window, AWAKE has introduced a digital marketing promotion titled the "Take A Hike Breakup Box". Positioned at US$29.99 via the company's e-commerce platform, the novelty care package bundles the caffeinated trail mix with outdoor gear and humorous breakup-themed items, providing a seasonal campaign platform to stimulate social media engagement and trial across younger demographic cohorts.