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Evolution Fresh has announced the launch of its new line of Organic Teas at select Whole Foods Market stores nationwide. The products are the first ready-to-drink teas made with cold-pressed juice and include four varieties: Energize, Focus, Hydrate, and Relax. Each is USDA Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified, containing 50 calories and 10g of sugar per bottle.
Evolution Fresh’s newest Whole Foods launch offers a fresh, low‑sugar option that could appeal to spirits trade buyers looking for clean‑label alternatives.
The brand announced that, beginning April 28, 2026, its four organic ready‑to‑drink teas—Energize (black tea), Focus (green tea), Hydrate (HPP triple‑citrus hibiscus), and Relax (lavender‑chamomile)—will be available at select Whole Foods locations nationwide. Each 16‑fluid‑ounce bottle contains 50 calories and 10 g of sugar, with caffeine levels ranging from 0 mg in Hydrate and Relax to 65 mg in Energize and 35 mg in Focus—the first Evolution Fresh line that blends brewed tea with cold‑pressed juice and is certified USDA Organic, Non‑GM Project Verified, and High‑Pressure Processed (HPP).
While other brands such as Suja and Pressed Juicery have offered juice‑tea blends before, Evolution Fresh’s version is the first to market it as a functional wellness beverage. The company claims that this unique positioning sets its teas apart in a crowded RTD category.
Early traction
SPINS data shows that within the first three months at Sprouts Farmers Market the Evolution Fresh teas topped unit sales among single‑serve ready‑to‑drink beverages. That spike demonstrates strong consumer acceptance, especially given the brand’s 50‑calorie/10‑g sugar profile and functional claims.
The U.S. RTD tea market is projected to grow at a 5.2 % CAGR through 2030, reaching $13.8 billion in 2024 (Beverage Daily). Evolution Fresh’s entry into Whole Foods therefore taps an expanding category that values low sugar, organic ingredients and functional benefits.
Implications for trade
Distributors should track sales trends at both Whole Foods and Sprouts to gauge whether the teas maintain a significant share of the RTD segment in those stores. The brand’s HPP certification means it can be shipped refrigerated without heat pasteurization, easing cold‑chain logistics for distributors already handling other RTDs.
Bar managers may use the ready‑to‑serve format as a cocktail base or serve it on tap to attract health‑conscious patrons, leveraging its low‑sugar and organic credentials in marketing materials.
Retail buyers should note that Whole Foods’ buying model is decentralized; nationwide availability does not guarantee uniform presence across all locations. Retailers are advised to focus on the stores where Evolution Fresh is already stocked and gauge customer response before committing to a full shelf.
What this means for the category
Evolution Fresh’s Whole Foods launch tests whether a functional, low‑sugar RTD can achieve sustained traction in mainstream grocery channels. Continued success could signal broader acceptance of this sub‑category among spirits trade buyers seeking premium, clean‑label options.
Original Press Release
Retail Expansion: Evolution Fresh brings its innovative line of Organic Teas to select Whole Foods Market stores nationwide, making high-quality, ready-to-drink tea options more accessible to health-conscious consumers.
Retail Expansion: Evolution Fresh brings its innovative line of Organic Teas to select Whole Foods Market stores nationwide, making high-quality, ready-to-drink tea options more accessible to health-conscious consumers.
Category-First Formulation: These are the first ready-to-drink teas on the market made with vibrant, cold-pressed juice and the first to deliver functional wellness benefits from real brewed tea.
Category-First Formulation: These are the first ready-to-drink teas on the market made with vibrant, cold-pressed juice and the first to deliver functional wellness benefits from real brewed tea.
Premium Profile: Each functional variety—Energize - Organic Raspberry Passionfruit Black Tea, Focus - Organic Mango Peach Green Tea, Hydrate - Organic Triple Citrus Hibiscus Tea, and Relax - Organic Berry Lavender Chamomile Tea—is USDA Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified, containing only 50 calories and 10g of sugar per bottle.
Premium Profile: Each functional variety—Energize - Organic Raspberry Passionfruit Black Tea, Focus - Organic Mango Peach Green Tea, Hydrate - Organic Triple Citrus Hibiscus Tea, and Relax - Organic Berry Lavender Chamomile Tea—is USDA Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified, containing only 50 calories and 10g of sugar per bottle.
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – April 28, 2026 – Evolution Fresh, a leading producer of organic, cold-pressed, premium juice products, today announced that its full line of ready-to-drink Organic Teas—Energize - Organic Raspberry Passionfruit Black Tea, Focus - Organic Mango Peach Green Tea, Hydrate - Organic Triple Citrus Hibiscus Tea, and Relax - Organic Berry Lavender Chamomile Tea—will now be sold nationwide at select Whole Foods Market locations.
This past December, Evolution Fresh disrupted the established tea category by creating the first refrigerated, ready-to-drink teas on the market that blend real brewed tea with cold-pressed juice. This breakthrough formulation marries the functional benefits of tea with a vibrant, nutritious burst of real fruit flavor from cold-pressed juice.
The expansion into select Whole Foods Market stores follows a strong market debut for the Evolution Fresh Organic Tea line, which quickly resonated with health-conscious shoppers. According to SPINS*, the line demonstrated immediate market dominance as the number one single-serve ready-to-drink tea brand by units in its first three months on shelves. This rapid early momentum reflects strong consumer demand and helped catalyze accelerated retail expansion.
Evolution Fresh Organic Teas are raising the bar for what bottled tea can be, bringing a refreshing take to the space. Each flavor contains only 10g of sugar, 50 calories, and natural ingredients. Evolution Fresh Organic Teas are also USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and High-Pressure Certified.
To complement a variety of daily wellness routines, Evolution Fresh Organic Teas come in four unique blends with a distinct set of functions. Additional product details include:
Energize - Raspberry Passionfruit Black Tea: an invigorating fusion of tart raspberry and tropical passionfruit with 65mg of naturally occurring caffeine from black tea (approximately the same as 1/2 a cup of coffee).
Energize - Raspberry Passionfruit Black Tea: an invigorating fusion of tart raspberry and tropical passionfruit with 65mg of naturally occurring caffeine from black tea (approximately the same as 1/2 a cup of coffee).
Focus - Mango Peach Green Tea: a bright, stone-fruit blend of mango and peach with 35mg of naturally occurring caffeine and L-Theanine from green tea to support a calm, centered state of focus.
Focus - Mango Peach Green Tea: a bright, stone-fruit blend of mango and peach with 35mg of naturally occurring caffeine and L-Theanine from green tea to support a calm, centered state of focus.
Hydrate - Triple Citrus Hibiscus Tea: a crisp, citrus-forward hibiscus tea crafted with a refreshing blend of tangerine, orange, and lemon juices to deliver a caffeine-free burst of hydration in every sip.
Hydrate - Triple Citrus Hibiscus Tea: a crisp, citrus-forward hibiscus tea crafted with a refreshing blend of tangerine, orange, and lemon juices to deliver a caffeine-free burst of hydration in every sip.
Relax - Berry Lavender Chamomile Tea: a tranquil chamomile infusion with strawberry, blueberry, and blackberry juices and a touch of lavender to create a serene, caffeine-free ritual for relaxation.
Relax - Berry Lavender Chamomile Tea: a tranquil chamomile infusion with strawberry, blueberry, and blackberry juices and a touch of lavender to create a serene, caffeine-free ritual for relaxation.
“We saw a massive opportunity to disrupt the traditional ready-to-drink tea category by merging the vibrancy of cold-pressed juice with the functional power of tea,” said Molly White, Chief Marketing Officer at Generous Brands. “Launching at Whole Foods Market makes it easier for consumers to discover an exceptionally flavorful, lower-sugar option that delivers uncompromising quality.”
Evolution Fresh Organic Teas can be found chilling in the functional beverage section of select Whole Foods Market stores nationwide. To learn more about Evolution Fresh, please visit evolutionfresh.com. You can also follow the brand on Instagram and TikTok.
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Source: BevNET