Blue Diamond Introduces Almond Breeze® Almondmilk Horchata

This dairy-free alternative to a Latin American classic hits select
stores June 2019

SACRAMENTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Blue
Diamond, a grower-owned cooperative and the world’s leading almond
marketer and processor, today expanded their already extensive Almond
Breeze® product line with the addition of Almond
Breeze Almondmilk Horchata, a dairy-free take on a Latin American
favorite.

Made with California-grown almonds from the orchards of its Blue Diamond
growers, Almond Breeze’s latest flavor balances tradition, while
honoring the company’s commitment to furthering plant-based innovations.
Almond Breeze Horchata truly captures the flavor of this popular Latin
American drink with a beverage that is delicious, creamy and sweet, with
hints of cinnamon and vanilla.

“We’ve deepened our commitment to our customers and raised the bar with
this plant-based take on a cherished classic,” said Suzanne Hagener,
Director of Brand Marketing. “Delicious almondmilk beverages are what we
do best and we are thrilled to diversify our Almond Breeze portfolio
with another satisfying dairy-free alternative. Made with our Latin
American community in mind, this beverage will satisfy our consumers who
are looking for a refreshing, delicious-tasting drink.”

Almond Breeze Almondmilk Horchata

While Almond Breeze Horchata is best served over ice as a standalone
beverage, its versatility also allows consumers the freedom to use the
beverage in many different ways. Whether poured over morning cereal,
added to smoothies, or even coffee, Almond Breeze Horchata can be
enjoyed any time of day. Almond Breeze Horchata features bilingual
packaging in both Spanish and English and will be available in major
retailers throughout the southwest, as well as New York and New England
beginning June 2019. For more information on where to find this latest
flavor, visit Blue Diamond’s easy-to-use product tracker here.

About Blue Diamond

Blue Diamond Growers is the world’s leading almond marketer and
processor. It led the development of California’s almond industry since
it was formed as a nonprofit, grower-owned cooperative over 100 years
ago. Today, Blue Diamond has over 3,000 growers across California. Blue
Diamond markets and sells a wide range of almond-based snacks,
beverages, and ingredients, including Blue Diamond® snack almonds,
Nut-Thins® crackers, almond flour, and the number one almondmilk in the
U.S., Almond Breeze®. For more information, visit www.bluediamond.com.

Contacts

Francheska Munoz
Access Brand Communications for Blue Diamond
bluediamond@accesstheagency.com