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Ready-to-drink protein shakes have become a staple in the diets of athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and busy individuals seeking convenient and efficient sources of protein. With an ever-growing market demand, there is a need for contract manufacturers who can deliver high-quality, differentiated products that stand out on the shelves.
CoPack Connect can help you find the right contract manufacturer for your ready-to-drink protein shake product line. Our national network of leading independent contract manufacturers and suppliers enables you to find the quality, capability, and capacity best suited for your product, brand, and market requirements.
The right contract manufacturer can help ensure your beverages meet your precise specifications, including ingredients, processes, and best practices. The right supplier will work closely with you to create RTD protein shakes tailored to your brand and one that your customers will love.
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01 A Ready-to-Drink Protein Shake Tailored To Your Brand
Introducing ready-to-drink protein shakes into your product portfolio is a surefire way to capture the attention of fitness enthusiasts, busy professionals, and anyone looking for a nutritious and convenient beverage option. These liquid powerhouses are a perfect fusion of taste and nutrition, offering consumers a protein-rich boost to support their active lifestyles. With their grab-and-go convenience, ready-to-drink protein shakes have quickly become a staple for consumers who lead fast-paced lives.
Your ready-to-drink protein shakes offer an array of options that can appeal to a broad spectrum of consumers. Your shakes can be formulated to meet specific dietary needs, making them suitable for vegans, vegetarians, or those who follow a gluten-free or low-carb diet. From plant-based proteins like pea and soy to animal-derived options like whey and casein, your brand can create RTD shakes that cater to the diverse preferences and nutritional requirements of today’s health-conscious consumers.
However, creating such diversity and appeal within this beverage range isn’t an easy task. Creating ready-to-drink protein shakes with the taste, texture, shape, profile, and nutrition that meet the needs of your brand requires due diligence on your part. CoPack Connect can help you close that gap by connecting your company with beverage contract manufacturing resources that are a possible match for your evolving needs.
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02 Not all Ready-to-Drink Protein Shakes are Created Equal
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03 CoPack Connect Certifications May Include
- Organic
- Gluten-Free
- Allergen-Free
- Clean Label
- Dairy-Free
- Sugar-Free
- Fat-Free
- Keto-Friendly
- Vegan
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- Halal
- Lactose-Free
- Locally Sourced
- Low Carb
- Non-GMO
- Tree Nut-Free
- Peanut-Free
- Organic
- Paleo
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