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When we embarked on the next step to bring bliss into your life, we took note of conversations around community meeting spaces, event tables, kitchen counters, and backyard porches. Your requests in our inboxes were also powerfully persuasive. At the heart of our mission, we want to bring you clean food that you love and that makes you feel good. We value simple, familiar ingredients that promote sustainability and allow you to trust that what you put in your body is not only good for you, but good for the world.

 

In late April, our two new bars - yes, TWO! - will hit store shelves. Our hearts are bursting more than a little bit over these offerings. One flavor combines the joy of childhood nostalgia with the euphoria of bringing past loves into the present moment. The other flavor offers the adventurous joy that comes with caring for our bodies without sacrificing indulgence. We cannot choose one enjoyment over the other, so we combined our passions with our newest dipped bar offerings - Vanilla Island in Chocolate and Raspberry Acai in Chocolate.

 

With our new products, we continue a tradition of bringing you food with clear, clean labels that list organic ingredients that are good for you, the communities they support, and the environment.

 

We choose organic, because it’s eco-kinder, promotes improved soil, contributes to cleaner water, and builds a foundation of sustainable agriculture for generations to come. When you choose Coconut Bliss, you can enjoy how your food tastes instead of wondering where it’s from and what it’s doing to your health and the health of the planet. 

 

THE DIVINE BALANCE OF VANILLA AND CHOCOLATE

Introducing Vanilla Island in Chocolate

The Vanilla Island in Chocolate bar is the quintessential frozen treat that wraps the delicately sweet flavor of organic coconut milk in rich, smooth organic Fair Trade dark chocolate.

 

We created this treat with intuition as our guide.

 

Pairing the warmth of vanilla with the soothing familiarity of chocolate provides a no-nonsense experience that is sure to satisfy whether wrapped in a warm blanket next to a fire or lolling in freshly cut grass on a summer day. 

 

Visionary Vanilla

The vanilla we use for our Vanilla Island and other flavors doesn’t merely feel like home, it helps improve the lives and homes of those who grow and harvest it. We are proud to partner with Lochhead Manufacturing Company based out of Evergreen, CO. This family-owned vanilla extract team aims to support its own community and the communities of their suppliers in Madagascar.

 

Producing vanilla requires knowledge, focus, patience, and care. When the vanilla pods bloom in the Spring, the flowers must be pollinated within 12 hours of opening. The farmers patiently do so by hand and personally attend to their plants for the five to six months it takes them to mature. Dried in morning sun after the growth process, the pods provide us with the organic, clean superstar vanilla that is the inspiration for our Vanilla Island.

 

Vanilla doesn’t just tempt our taste buds and offer pleasing aromas, studies reflect much broader benefits. Vanilla extract is a source of potassium, magnesium, manganese, iron, zinc, and calcium. It has also shown positive impacts on mood, inflammation, immune system function, and heart health. 

 

Another powerful aspect of our vanilla is the inspired endeavours of our supplier. Lochhead Manufacturing Company seeks to care for their vanilla growers in the way that their growers care for their vanilla - carefully and with compassionate attention.

 

Through the Vanwell Project, Lochhead Manufacturing Company installs fresh drinking water wells in the region where their growers live. Providing support at the community level ensures continued growth in the region and positively impacts the wellness of its people.

 

The Lochhead Manufacturing Company team also prioritizes sustainability and social responsibility within their workplace. They have initiated internal company programs that focus on energy efficiency, waste reduction processes, recycling, and low impact packaging.

 

Please read more about our vanilla sourcing process and Lochhead here.

 

THE ALLURING TREASURES OF RASPBERRY & ACAI

Introducing Raspberry Acai in Chocolate

The flavor combination of juicy red raspberries mixed with the bold tartness of acai nestled beneath velvety organic dark chocolate is exotic and blissful.

 

To achieve this enticing flavor combination, we use only pure and simple fruit powder. Most fruit-flavored masterpieces - even in the natural food world - offer the blanket ingredients of “natural flavors” or “natural color” in their nutrition profiles. Not us. We want you to know what you’re eating - plain and simple.

 

We clearly list Organic Raspberry and Organic Acai in the ingredient statement of our new Raspberry Acai in Chocolate bar. The vibrant color and stunning flavor are the results of the nutrient-rich fruit powders.

 

Fruit powder is simply what it sounds like - finely ground dried fruit. The technique creates quality fruit preservation minus the moisture and bulk. This allows for superior fruit additions without over-processing or nutrient loss.

 

Rockin’ Raspberry

Most of us are familiar with the tastiness and availability of raspberries. It’s one of the world’s most popular berries. They’re known for inspiring candy flavors and oatmeal garnishes, but did you know how good raspberries are for you?

 

This plump little fruit is packed with antioxidants. Antioxidants are typically at the forefront of conversations regarding disease and illness prevention. They counteract the damaging effects of oxidation and fight free radicals. Raspberries are also full of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is renowned for treating the common cold, and it’s also been shown to improve an array of health activities related to your immune system, cardiovascular health, and vision. Don’t forget (literally) that raspberries also help prevent memory loss and brain function decline related to aging. When you add minerals like potassium, manganese, copper, iron, and magnesium to the already packed nutrient index, raspberries go from simply yum to simply beneficial.

 

We love joining the familiar, sweet flavor and lovely health benefits of raspberry to the plentiful powerhouse known as acai.

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Awesome Acai

First off, it’s completely normal to ask “What is acai?” and “How do I pronounce it?” Before we continue down the road of getting to know this berry and why we love it so much, we'll offer this: ah-sah-ee. That helps, right?

 

Even for those in the Western world who are more frequently exposed to acai, many still wonder where this small blueberry-grape-like fruit comes from, how it seemingly ended up an Instagram and health food star, and exactly, what is acai good for?

 

The small dark purple berry grows on a palm tree in the Amazon region. It’s the very same type of tree that yields hearts of palm. In its natural state, acai has an earthy taste that is often compared to wild berries with chocolate undertones. Heralded as a food staple since before recorded history, Amazon natives used acai for energy, nutrition, and medicine. Understanding its benefits is an important element to grasping how and why this South American fruit is going mainstream - and why you’ll find it lusciously wrapped up with raspberry and organic dark chocolate in our new bar!

 

Western exposure to acai came after two friends from the United States witnessed the high consumption of acai during a trip to Brazil in the late ‘90s. Due to its perishability, acai had barely made its way out of the jungle into more urban South American neighborhoods for enjoyment. At the time, natives had to shimmy up palm trees to gather the berries, and acai had to be eaten within 24 hours before it lost its freshness. Quality export was not an option, but those who lived in the region used acai as a component in nearly every meal.

 

The visiting friends loved the fruit and continually sought it out throughout their trip. They envisioned bringing acai back to the United States in a way that would compare to coffee bars. The transportation of the berry was a conundrum, and not until they returned to the US did they brainstorm a frozen method of transport that would allow them to bring the berry to the United States in bulk.

 

It was touted as a superfood, and after select individual cafes and food product teams started using acai regularly, less people were asking “What is acai?” and more people were asking “What is acai good for?” One of the people keenly interested in acai’s health benefits was Dr. Nicholas Perricone, who included the berry in his book, The Perricone Promise: Look Younger, Live Longer in Three Easy Steps. The book hit #1 on the New York Times bestseller list, and acai gained popularity - especially after garnering mentions by Oprah and Dr. Oz.

 

Acai has proven itself not only a satisfying food choice, but a choice that yields a number of consumption benefits across the health spectrum. Research shows the berry to promote heart, skin, and digestion health. It’s received a superfood label to accompany its high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. In fact, acai even has more antioxidants than the ever-popular blueberry. The powerful fruit’s Essential Fatty Acid content is an unusual and pleasant surprise to discover. One would not imagine such a benefit in a berry. Essential Fatty Acids are called essential because the body cannot produce them on their own. They must be gained from your diet. The acai is a good source for EFAs Omegas 3, 6, and 9. Essential Fatty Acids contribute to healthy cell membranes, proper brain, nervous system, and thyroid function, and the regulation of immune response. In addition to a laundry list of beneficial vitamins and minerals, amino acids comprise a little over 7% of acai’s make-up. A protein building block, amino acids can positively contribute to muscle and metabolic health. 

 

Sign us up for this blissful berry combo… and let’s dip it in...

 

THE COMFORTING CHARM OF CHOCOLATE

An Old Favorite With New Partners

It was an easy choice to add more chocolate-dipped bliss to our treasure chest of treats. The dark chocolate flakes we use in many of our other flavors deserves a larger stage to reflect its glorious magic. It was a no-brainer to wrap up it around our delicious Vanilla Island and delightful Raspberry Acai.

 

Dark chocolate provides an array of health benefits that go beyond happy taste buds. Studies show that dark chocolate consumption promotes heart health, improves mood, sharpens cognitive function, and harnesses the power of antioxidants, fiber, and minerals.

 

The organic Fair Trade dark chocolate we use for these dipped bars is the same exquisite chocolate used in our Salted Caramel in Chocolate, Coconut Almond in Chocolate, and our other blissful offerings with chocolate flakes. Sourced from a family-owned, allergen free facility in a small coastal town south of Lima, Peru, we couldn’t be prouder of the partnership we have with this team. This chocolate supports small-scale farmers and builds community, social, and business support programs. You can learn more about it here.

 

BRING THESE NEW BLISS BARS HOME

Coming to a Freezer Aisle Near You

We couldn’t get anymore excited to bring you these luscious, clean label, organic coconut milk bars gently dipped in decadent organic, Fair Trade dark chocolate. Delightful foods don’t have to be bad for you or the planet.

 

All our offerings are organic, dairy-free, soy-free, and non-gmo, and we love sharing our recognitions with the entire Coconut Bliss family - including you. After all, we wouldn’t be here without our vibrant community. With thanks, we want to share that Coconut Bliss is honored to be recognized 3 years in a row as America’s Most Recommended Dairy-Free Frozen Dessert by the Women’s Choice Award consumer advocacy group. The mission of the Women’s Choice Award is to give women a collective voice so that they can help each other identify trusted brands, products, and services. It’s our bliss to provide you with divine goodies to share with your loved ones and in tranquil moments with yourself.

 

We choose thoughtfully-sourced ingredients that bring joy to heart, body, and mind. If you haven’t spied Vanilla Island in Chocolate and Raspberry Acai in Chocolate bars on your favorite freezer shelf yet, please visit this link and submit a request. With summer just around the corner, we want you to have these delicious treats whenever and wherever you choose.

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