Title: Blend It Up 2005
1BIG TRAIN, INC.
E X T R A O R D I N A R Y B E V E R A G E S
Roy Myrick Director of National Sales
2- Powder Products
- Blended Ice Coffees (frappe with coffee)
- Lite Blended Ice Coffee
- Low Carb Blended Ice Coffee
- Blended Crèmes (non-coffee frappe)
- Kidz Kreamz?
- Vivaz? Traditional Mexican Drinks with a twist
- Dragonfly? Asian inspired flavors
- Chai Tea
- Tart Smoothie
- Shaken Green Teas
- Hot Cocoa
- Vanilla Smoothie Mix
- Soft Serve
- Wow Cow Low Calorie, Fat Free
- Skinnie Minnie - Low Carb Soft Serve
- St. Moritz No Sugar Added, Fat Free
- Add-A-Boost? (pre-portioned nutritional boost)
3 Big Train, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and
distributor of premium branded and
private-label powdered and liquid concentrate
gourmet beverages and powdered dairy soft serve
products serving the specialty coffee,
foodservice and retail industries.
4- Founded in 1991, Big Train? has grown to be the
leading manufacturer and distributor of premium
branded and private-label powdered and liquid
concentrate beverages serving the specialty
coffee, foodservice and retail industries in the
US and abroad. - Big Train is known for high quality beverage
solutions that are great tasting and easy to
prepare. Big Train? offers a wide array of
products including blended ice coffees,
coffee-free blended crèmes, chai teas, fruit
smoothies, kids beverages, hot cocoas, - Headquarters and manufacturing facilities are
located in Southern California. - Currently holds a 60 market share in blended ice
coffee and a leading market share in chai within
foodservice - Known for award-winning products and flavor
development expertise - Distributes products directly
- Distributor networks
- Direct sales to specialty coffee, foodservice and
retail - Large client base comprising more than 25,000
customers in the US and internationally - Possess International experience
- Exports products to over 30 countries including
Mexico, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Denmark, Greece,
Trinidad, Canada and Ireland
Big Trains Vision Statement To delight our
customers by offering the best tasting gourmet
beverages in the industry.
5- Our Services Include
- A wide range of products that offer total
beverage solutions to clients across all
segments of the specialty coffee and foodservice
businesses - Fully-staffed RD team available for new product
development and flavor matching capabilities for
powdered and liquid products - In-house marketing and graphics staff
- Private-label blending and manufacturing
- State of the art manufacturing and distribution
facilities comprising more than 80,000 square
feet - Onsite warehousing capabilities
- Strong national and international partnership
with distributors - Kosher products and Halal products (when
applicable) - Annual quality inspections by third party
auditor consistently received superior ratings - Superior Quality Control Exceptional product
and plan expectations that far exceed FDA
standards - Packaging Capabilities
- Powdered products in foil bags ranging from 1
ounce to 5 pounds - Cans from 6 ounce to 5 pounds
- Bulk packs up to 2,000 pound totes
6Made with 100 Arabica coffee and gourmet
flavors, Big Train's Blended Ice Coffees are a
cool way to take advantage of the lucrative
frappe drink segment. With over 25 amazing
flavors, there is a Big Train Blended Ice Coffees
flavor for every taste and they are a great
addition to any menu. Big Train holds more than
50 of the market share in this segment. (33MM
segment)
- Product Features
- Exclusive winner of American Academy of Tastes
2005/2006 Gold Medal for superior taste - Made with 100 Arabica coffee
- Easy To Make Just add chilled coffee, water or
milk, blended ice coffee mix and ice. Blend
thoroughly until smooth. - Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk and single serve
packaging - Most flavors can be made hot, iced or blended
- Product line features no sugar added, lite, low
carb and decaf offerings - Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 18-month shelf life
25 Delicious Flavors Dulce de Leche, Mocha,
Pralines n Cream, Vanilla Latte, Coffee, Kona
Mocha, Caramel Latte, Java Chip, Heath Mocha,
Chocolate Peanut Butter, Espresso, White
Chocolate Latte, Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Malt,
Decaf Mocha Vanilla, No Sugar Added Mocha, No
Sugar Added Vanilla, Low Carb Mocha, Low Carb
Vanilla, Low Carb Caramel, Lite Mocha, Lite
Caramel and Lite Vanilla Latte and Maple Vanilla
Latte (seasonal)
7These Coffee-Free mixes are great alone or with
your favorite coffee or espresso!. Big Train
Blended Crèmes are the perfect way to create
signature menu items or add milkshakes to your
menu without adding the ice cream.
- Product Features
- Easy to make Just add water or milk and ice.
Blend thoroughly until smooth. Add chilled coffee
or espresso to make your own signature beverage. - Coffee/caffeine free
- Can be marketed to both adults and kids
- Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 18-month shelf life
- Kosher Halal certified
- Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk and single serve
packaging
9 Creamy, Coffee Free Flavors Cake Batter,
Peaches n Cream, Vanilla Bean, Belgian
Chocolate, Hazelnut, Strawberry, Cookies N
Cream, 20º Below Frozen White Chocolate and 20º
Below Frozen Hot Chocolate.
8Why Naturals? Customer preferences are changing
and people are looking for all natural and
better-for-you food and beverage products. When
we looked at our product line, we didnt really
have a product that addressed this segment of the
market. Our Naturals Blended Ice Coffee combines
great taste with better-for-you nutritional
properties
- Product Features
- All natural ingredients
- Just 280 Calories per 16 fl oz blended drink
- Under 5 grams of Fat per 16 fl oz blended drink
- High in Fiber (claim based on 16 fl oz blended
drink) - No Trans Fat No Hydrogenated Oils
- Easy to make Just add 2 milk and ice
- Gluten Free
- Versatile Makes hot, iced and blended drink.
Even works in a granita machine. - 12 month shelf life
- Packaging Sizes 3.6 lb bulk bag and single serve
packets
Flavors Vanilla Café (Vanilla Latte) A
naturally delightful combination of creamy
vanilla and rich coffee. Caramel Café (Caramel
Latte) - A naturally good blend of rich coffee
with creamy, sweet caramel. Coffee - A naturally
delicious blend of rich, creamy coffee. Mocha - A
naturally decadent pairing of rich coffee and
creamy chocolate.
When made using 2 milk per mixing directions
9Customer preferences are changing and people are
looking for all natural and better-for-you food
and beverage products. Our NATURALSall
natural Real Fruit Smoothies are made with real
fruit, juice and green tea. Available in two
delicious flavors, Strawberry, Mango, and blended
together Strawberry/Mango.
- Product Features
- Made with all natural ingredients (no artificial
colors or flavors) - Contains Green Tea
- 4mg of caffeine per 16 fl oz blended drink
- Fat free and only 220 Calories per 16 fl oz
blended drink - Antioxidant Rich 24 mg of antioxidants for
Mango and 22 mg for Strawberry - 100 of Daily Vitamin C allowance
- No Trans Fat and No High Fructose Corn Syrup
- Gluten Free
- Low Sodium
- GMO Free
- Kosher Certified
- Easy to make just add water and ice, then blend
- 6 month shelf life (until shelf life test is
conducted)
16 fl oz blended drink recipe
10 Tart Smoothie Mix
Big Train Tart Smoothie Mix is a ready-to-blend
powdered mix containing probiotics that can be
combined with water or milk and ice to create a
healthier blended beverage. It has a refreshing
light citrus flavor that is perfect on its own or
mixed with fruit, juices or other Big Train
products to create a variety of tart taste
temptations.
- Product Features
- Low Fat only 1 gram per 8 fl oz serving when
made with water - Low Calorie Only 140 calories per 8 fl oz
serving when made with water - No Trans Fat No Hydrogenated Oils
- Contains Probiotics to promote good health and
digestive wellness - Can be made with water or milk
- Versatile Perfect on its own or mixed with our
Fruit Tea Smoothies, fresh or frozen fruit - Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 18-month shelf life
- Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk and single serve
packaging
The tart flavor profile is gaining popularity.
Hip yogurt chains such as Pinkberry and Red
Mango are expanding and Starbucks is testing
their Sorbetto drink.
11Kidz Kreamz are Coffee-Free mixes specially
formulated for kids. With half the fat of our
regular blended cream, Kidz Kreamz are unique
beverages both parents and kids will love.
- Product Features
- Easy to make Just add water or milk and ice.
Blend thoroughly until smooth. - Coffee/caffeine free
- Lower fat, half the fat of our Blended Crèmes
- Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 18-month shelf life
- Kosher Halal certified
- Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk and single serve
packaging
3 Fun Flavors Bubble Gum, Cotton Candy and
Orange Creamsicle
12These amazing flavors capture the authentic
flavor profile of Mexico. Serve over ice for the
traditional agua fresca found at authentic
Mexican restaurants or blend for a new twist!
- Product Features
- Easy to make Just add water or milk and ice.
Blend thoroughly until smooth - Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 18-month shelf life
- Kosher Halal certified
- Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk and single serve
packaging
4 Authentic Flavors Horchata - A rich creamy
drink made with rice milk and cinnamon. Serve
over ice, blended or hot. Jamaica - A refreshing
sweet, tea-like drink made from the Hibiscus
flower Serve over ice or blended. Tamarindo - A
refreshing tart-sweet drink made from the
tamarind fruit. Serve over ice or
blended. Mexican Spiced Cocoa - A lively blend of
rich cocoa, brown sugar and cinnamon. Great as a
hot cocoa or a Mexican Mocha by adding espresso.
Serve over ice, blended or hot.
13We created the Dragonfly line to capitalize on
the trend toward ethnic and bolder, more unique
flavors. These six unique, Asian-inspired flavors
will transport you to a tropical destination.
- Product Features
- Easy to make Just add water or milk and ice.
Blend thoroughly until smooth - Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 18-month shelf life
- Kosher Halal certified
- Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk and single serve
6 Exotic Flavors Coconut Creamy, exotic coconut
blended in a cool drink. Coffee and tea
free. Green Tea Creamy green tea blended in a
cool drink. Honeydew Sweet, creamy honeydew
blended in a cool drink. Coffee and tea
free. Mango Creamy, tropical mango blended in a
cool drink. Coffee and tea free. Taro Creamy,
nutty taro blended in a cool drink. Coffee and
tea free. Thai Tea Sweet cream black tea
blended in a cool drink.
14- Why Chai Tea?
- Market within the coffeehouse segment is strong
and growing - Big Train holds a large share of the Chai Tea
segment. - Chai tea has gained a widespread following and
continues to be one of the most popular hot tea
item on menus
Big Train Chai Tea is a creamy blend of honey,
vanilla, black tea and exotic spices that is sure
to please any palette. Enjoy chai as a hot
beverage with steamed milk, pour over ice or as a
blended beverage. Either way, Big Train Chai
refreshes your body and soul.
- Product Features
- Exclusive winner of American Academy of Tastes
2005, 2006 and 2007 Gold Medal for superior taste - Easy to make
- Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 1-year shelf life
- Product line offers No Sugar Added and Low Carb
options - Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk bag, 12 oz retail
bag and single serve packets
9 Delicious Flavors Vanilla, Spiced Decaf
Spiced, Raspberry, Green Tea, Chocolate, Spiced
Apple, No Sugar Added Vanilla, Low Carb Spiced
and Gingerbread (seasonal)
Flavors not available in all packaging sizes
15- PRODUCT FEATURES
- Awarded Best New Product at 2006 Las Vegas Coffee
Fest Tradeshow - Easy To Make Just add water, the Green Tea mix
and ice. - Made with antioxidant-rich green tea and real
fruit juices - All natural
- Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 1-year shelf life
- Kosher Halal certified
- Packaging Size 2 lb bulk bag
- Use shaker for a unique presentation or made as a
pre-mixed concentrate.
2 Refreshing Flavors Lemon Honey and Mango
Passion
16- PRODUCT FEATURES
- All Natural
- Easy To Make Just add water, the Lemonade mix
and ice. - Sweetened with Real Honey!
- Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 12 month shelf life
- Kosher Halal certified
- Packaging Size 2 lb bulk bag
- Use shaker for a unique presentation or made as a
pre-mixed concentrate. - Low Investment with High Profit
- Free Promotional Items
17Big Train Hot Cocoa is an all natural, fat free
hot chocolate that is ideal by itself or with
steamed milk and espresso for a rich, creamy café
mocha.
- Product Features
- All natural and fat free
- Easy to make Add 1 scoop of Hot Chocolate mix
to 6 ounces of hot water and stir - Shelf stable no refrigeration needed
- 1-year shelf life
- Kosher Halal certified
- Low Carb Hot Chocolate line also available
- Packaging Sizes 3.5 lb bulk bag, 2 lb can and
single serve packets
Low Carb Hot Chocolate 4 Net Carbs per serving
and no sugar added. A great way to enjoy Hot
Chocolate and still maintain a low carb
lifestyle!
18- Powdered Dairy Soft Serve Dessert
- Wow Cow Low Calorie, Fat Free Soft Serve
- No fat and no cholesterol
- Only 60 calories per 4 oz serving
- Naturally sweetened with real fruit fructose
- Made with extra Grade A whey so it can be enjoyed
by most lactose-intolerant customers - Kosher certified
- Packaging Size 2.3 lb bulk bag
- Over 55 flavors
- Skinnie Minnie - Low Carb Soft Serve
- Only 5 Net Carbs per serving
- No sugar added and fat free
- Only 45 calories per 4 oz serving
- Sweetened with Splenda
- Kosher certified
- Packaging Size 2.3 lb bulk bag
- 18 flavors
- St. Moritz No Sugar Added, Fat Free Soft Serve
19Always in season, Big Train's Fruit Tea Blasts
are infused with green tea and contains real
fruit and juice! These fat free smoothie
concentrates are high in Vitamin C and
Antioxidants providing a refreshing boost of
energy.
- PRODUCT FEATURES
- Easy To Make Just add water, concentrate and
ice, then blend thoroughly until smooth. - Made with real fruit and juice, infused with
green tea - High in Vitamin C and Antioxidants
- Fat Free and 99 Caffeine-Free
- No high fructose corn syrup
- 6 to 9-month shelf life
- Packaging Sizes 32 ounce bottles
- Alternative Preparation Prepare with milk,
yogurt, soft serve or Big Train Vanilla Smoothie
base for a creamier consistency
12 Thirst-Quenching Flavors Green Apple,
Cranberry Raspberry, Acai, Mango Madness,
Strawberry Sensation, Wild Berry Boost, Peach
Pizzazz, Lemon Cooler, Pineapple Coconut,
Passion Orange Guava, Pomegranate Blueberry and
Banana Banana
20- PRODUCT FEATURES
- Easy To Use Just pour into beverage of your
choice and stir. - Versatile Use to flavor a variety of hot and
cold beverages - Use to flavor brewed coffee, specialty coffee
drinks, teas, lemonade or soda (ideal for making
Italian Sodas) - Offer sugar-free flavors
- Packaging Sizes Plastic, non-breakable 750ML
bottle
Over 10 Sweet Flavors Almond. Amaretto, Banana
Nut Cream, Caramel, Chocolate, Chocolate Mint,
Cinnamon, French Vanilla, Sugar-Free Vanilla and
Sugar-Free Hazelnut
21Add nutritional value to any beverage while
adding incremental sales and profits to your
bottom line. Designed to make any drink, an
extraordinary drink.
- Energy Boost A natural source of antioxidants
that enhances focus, increases stamina and fights
fatigue. It delivers all of the punch of the
leading energy drink. And thats no bull! - Immunity Boost Potent antioxidant protection
that scavenges harmful free radicals (theyre the
reason you feel run down!). - Vita-Min Boost (Vitamins Minerals) 100 of 18
essential vitamins and minerals. Start or end
every day with Vita-Min Boost.
- Pre-portioned, single-serve packets
- One year shelf life
- Certified Kosher (Parve)
- All the nutritional benefits with no added
flavor! - Add to hot or cold beverages
- 300 packets per case
- Energy/Immunity 100 packet cartons
- Vita-Min 2/50 packet cartons
22- Profitable Products
- Highest quality products Quality products
Increased profits - Specialty drinks offer a higher dollar profit
than traditional soft drinks - Beverages drive incremental sales and increase
average check
23 Contact Information
Roy Myrick Director Of National Sales Email
roymyrick_at_bigtrain.com
Corporate Office 25392 Commercentre Drive Lake
Forest, CA 92630 (800) 244-8724 www.bigtrain.com