TORONTO, July 22,
2024 /CNW/ - Candy
Can, the award-winning zero-sugar soft drink brand, is
thrilled to announce the launch of a new, limited-edition flavour
"Banana Candy" inspired by the release of
Illumination's Despicable Me 4 now in theatres.
Candy Can, the brainchild of
Dutch entrepreneur Sander de Jonge,
is rapidly gaining Canadian acclaim for its innovative and
delicious sugar-free soft drinks that brilliantly capture the
essence of beloved candies. Featuring an array of flavours launched
in Canada, such as Birthday Cake,
Bubble Gum, Cotton Candy, Rocket Ice Lolly, and Sour Apple,
Candy Can continues to revolutionize
the beverage industry. The company offers consumers of all ages a
nostalgic journey down memory lane, with each flavour profile
delivering an authentic and delightful candy experience, all
without the need for sugar. Candy
Can's unwavering commitment to quality and taste has won the
hearts of consumers worldwide, solidifying its place as a leader in
the market of sugar-free, candy-inspired beverages.
Inspired by the beloved Minions from the most successful
animated franchise in cinematic history, Illumination's
Despicable Me, Candy Can's
new Banana Candy flavoured sparkling beverage is a delightful
fusion of creamy banana flavour. The first sip sends a burst of
effervescent bubbles that carry the sweet, nostalgic taste of
banana candy, reminiscent of your favourite childhood treats.
Banana Candy strikes a perfect balance, offering a light, fruity
sweetness without being overpowering, making it a joyous treat for
both kids and adults.
"Our inspiration for this exciting flavour came from the
Minions' love for bananas and of course their signature yellow
color.," said Sander de
Jonge, Founder of Candy
Can. "We knew that Banana Candy is also a nostalgic
candy flavour and thought what better way to bring it to life in a
zero-sugar, drinkable format."
Candy Can is not only committed
to crafting delicious and zero-sugar beverages but also to health
and sustainability. All Candy Can
products are made with carefully selected quality ingredients and
are packaged in 100% recyclable materials, offering a premium and
environmentally conscious beverage option. Candy Can is vegan, keto-friendly, gluten-free,
BPA-free, and caffeine-free, aligning perfectly with conscious
lifestyle choices.
Distributed by leading Canadian grocery retail company Unique
Foods (Canada) Inc., Candy Can is currently available nationally at
select retailers across Canada.
With the limited edition Minions Candy Can in Circle K (ATL.),
Couche Tard, and in Sobeys grocery and relative banners. In stores
August 2024.
About Candy Can
Candy Can is an award-winning
independent soft drink brand that brings the fun and flavours
of your favourite candies to life in a zero sugar, sparkling
beverage format. With a passion for creating guilt-free indulgence,
Candy Can offers a unique range of
vibrant and nostalgic flavours that captivate taste buds and bring
joy to consumers of all ages. Crafted with carefully selected
ingredients and a commitment to quality, Candy Can delivers an authentic candy experience
without compromising on taste. The brand's vegan, keto-friendly,
gluten-free, and BPA-free beverages are thoughtfully packaged in
100% recyclable cans, aligning with their commitment to health and
sustainability. Candy Can is
dedicated to revolutionizing the beverage industry by offering
innovative, zero sugar alternatives that make every sip a
delightful and guilt-free treat.
For more information, visit www.drinkcandycan.com or
Instagram/TikTok/Pinterest @drinkcandycan.
ABOUT ILLUMINATION'S DESPICABLE ME 4
Following the 2022 summer blockbuster phenomenon of
Illumination's Minions: The Rise of Gru, which earned almost
$1 billion worldwide, the biggest
global animated franchise in history now begins a new chapter as
Gru (Oscar® nominee Steve Carrell)
and Lucy (Oscar® nominee Kristen
Wiig) and their girls—Margo (Miranda
Cosgrove), Edith (Dana Gaier)
and Agnes (Madison Polan)—welcome a
new member to the Gru family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting
his dad.
Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le
Mal (Emmy winner Will
Ferrell) and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina (Emmy
nominee Sofia Vergara), and the
family is forced to go on the run.
The film features fresh new characters voiced by Joey King (Bullet Train), Emmy winner
Stephen Colbert (The Late Show
with Stephen Colbert) and
Chloe Fineman (Saturday Night
Live). Pierre Coffin returns as
the iconic voice of the Minions and Oscar® nominee Steve Coogan returns as Silas Ramsbottom.
Packed with non-stop action and filled with Illumination's
signature subversive humor, Despicable Me 4 is directed by a
co-creator of the Minions, Oscar® nominee Chris Renaud (Despicable Me, The Secret Life
of Pets), and is produced by Illumination's visionary founder
and CEO Chris Meledandri and by
Brett Hoffman (executive producer,
The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Minions: The Rise of Gru).
The film is co-directed by Patrick
Delage (animation director Sing 2 and The Secret
Life of Pets 2), and the screenplay is by the Emmy winning
creator of White Lotus, Mike
White, and the veteran writer of every Despicable Me
film, Ken Daurio.
About UNIVERSAL PRODUCTS & EXPERIENCES
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brands, intellectual properties, characters, and stories based on
the company's extensive portfolio of properties created by
Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and
NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. The division executes this
through innovative physical and digital products, as well as
engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global
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around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative,
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