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- Toronto Sun
Coconut drinks, agave syrup: Starbucks fleshes out its healthier menu
Published Jul 30, 2025 • Last updated 5 minutes ago • 2 minute read Customers enter a Starbucks coffee shop in New York, US, on Monday, July 28, 2025. Starbucks Corp. is scheduled to release earnings figures on July 29. Photographer Victor J. Blue/Bloomberg Photo by Victor J. Blue / Bloomberg Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. (Bloomberg) — Starbucks Corp., which built a loyal following in part by selling sugary candy-colored drinks, has a vision for a healthier menu that's better suited for the MAHA era. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account It's testing matcha and cold brew made with coconut water. It's exploring syrups sweetened with agave instead of sugar. It's been piloting a protein-infused cold foam and looking into more plant-based products. The moves are meant to draw in the health and wellness crowd, part of a broader menu overhaul designed to bring more traffic to stores and reverse a stubborn sales slump. 'We've been working on sugar reduction,' Dana Pellicano, who leads product development at Starbucks, said in an interview. This week, the Seattle-based chain started testing coconut-water-based beverages at five New York-area stores. The drinks have about a third of the sugar content of a summer-berry lemonade refresher, plus electrolytes. A bigger regional test will soon follow. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. As the chain builds out its new menu, sugar is a key area of focus, Pellicano said. The company is exploring syrups made with sweeteners such as agave, dates or coconut and 'actively working on' other sugar-free beverages, Pellicano said. Earlier this year, the chain launched lower-calorie ready-made Frappuccinos and sugar-free canned energy drinks. 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For people on weight-loss shots or on a diet, Starbucks is looking into more nutrient-dense foods, like that protein foam. It's planning vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Any new food or drink items it launches will start with a test in five US stores. From there, baristas and customers can give feedback on everything from taste to how difficult products are to make. If it's successful, a wider release will follow. 'We are the industry leader in customization,' she said, adding that Starbucks wants customers to find something on its menu 'without having to sacrifice how they want to feel about their choices.' MLB Toronto & GTA Sunshine Girls Sunshine Girls Celebrity
Winnipeg Free Press
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- Winnipeg Free Press
Buffalo Sabres home arena to remain KeyBank Center after reaching 10-year naming rights extension
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Globe and Mail
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- Globe and Mail
Daymak's Final Ride - Assets of Canada's EV Pioneer Up For Auction
TORONTO , /CNW/ - Danbury Global Ltd. & A.D. Hennick & Associates Inc., leaders in business liquidation and asset recovery, announce an upcoming public auction of the remaining assets of Daymak Inc., the Canadian-based electric vehicle manufacturer known for its innovative line of eBikes, scooters, ATVs, and personal mobility scooters. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Toronto , Daymak grew to become one of Canada's most recognized names in personal electric transportation. With a product lineup ranging from high-performance electric ATVs to mobility scooters and eBikes, Daymak carved out a niche by combining accessible green technology with sleek design and consumer-friendly features. Daymak's products were sold through a network of dealers across Canada and internationally, and the company gained media attention for futuristic innovations, including solar-powered charging, and conceptual high-speed EV prototypes. Its popular models — such as the Daymak Boomerbuggy, Beast ATV, Arrow eScooter, and Paris eBike — were embraced by urban commuters, seniors, students, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. However, despite its strong brand and history of innovation, Daymak faced mounting financial challenges and was ultimately placed into receivership on May 23, 2025 . Danbury Global and A.D. Hennick & Associates have since been appointed to conduct a public auction of company's EV inventory and parts. "This auction marks the end of an era for one of Canada's most creative e-mobility companies," said Alex Hennick President of A.D. Hennick & Associates Inc. "With over 350 eBikes, plus scooters, ATVs, and thousands of EV parts available, this auction presents a rare opportunity to acquire inventory at substantial savings — New-in-box eBikes valued over $2,000 are starting at just $50 — all selling with no minimums or reserves." said Jonathan Ordon , CEO of Danbury Global. The Daymak inventory will be sold as part of a major two-day auction event, which also includes a large quantity of brand-new water sports equipment. Bidders will have access to stand-up paddleboards, water bikes, kayaks, and more, offering exceptional opportunities across two distinct product categories. Additional information can be found at:
