Cool Tropics FAQ
What is the nutritional value of Cool Tropics 100% Juice Slush?
Equal to ½ cup fruit serving under the USDA nutritional guidelines
- All flavors contain 100% Vitamin C, 10% Vitamin A, and 10% Vitamin D
- Gluten – Fat – Cholesterol free
- No sugar added
- Natural flavors and colors
What is the nutritional value of Welch’s 100% Juice Slush?
4oz = ½ cup fruit serving under the USDA nutritional guidelines
6oz = ¾ cup fruit serving under the USDA nutritional guidelines
- All flavors contain 100% -150% Vitamin C
- Gluten – Fat – Cholesterol free
- No sugar added
- Natural flavors and colors
What is the nutritional value of Cool Tropics 100% Vegetable Juice Slush?
4oz = ½ cup vegetable serving under the USDA nutritional guidelines
6oz = ¾ cup vegetable serving under the USDA nutritional guidelines
- All flavors contain 100% -150% Vitamin C
- Gluten – Fat – Cholesterol free
- No sugar added
- Natural flavors and colors
Is Cool Tropics Slush approved for schools?
Cool Tropics 100% Juice Slush are Smart Snack & Alliance for a Healthier Generation approved
Welch’s 100% Juice Slush are Smart Snack & Alliance for a Healthier Generation approved
Does Cool Tropics Slush have to be stored in the freezer?
Cool Tropics Slush is shelf stable and can be stored at room temperature and/or in the freezer
How long does it take Cool Tropics Slush pouches to freeze?
Boxed Pouches – Up to one week to freeze
Unboxed Pouches – Keep in plastic bag or put on trays, 1-2 days to freeze
What is the shelf life of Cool Tropics Slush?
12 months from manufacturing date
Is Cool Tropics Slush served frozen?
Yes, always serve Cool Tropics Slush frozen
How do you serve Cool Tropics Slush?
Remove from freezer 20-30 minutes before serving (more thaw time recommended for Elementary)
What do we do with leftover Cool Tropics Slush?
You can refreeze or put back on shelf/in storage, whichever is best for your school
What can Cool Tropics Slush be used for?
- Tray line as ½ cup fruit or ½ cup additional vegetable
- A la carte
- Field trips, early dismissal and special events
- Summer feeding
- Breakfast
- Supper
- Camps
How many flavors of Cool Tropics Slush are there?
Cool Tropics 100% Juice Slush (Kiwi Strawberry, Blue Raspberry, Paradise Punch, Sour Apple and Cherry Limeade)
Welch’s 100% Juice Slush (Concord Grape, White Grape Cherry, Concord Berry, White Grape Peach and Hula Cooler)
Cool Tropics 100% Vegetable Juice Slush (Tropical Trio)
How many Cool Tropics Slush pouches to a case?
4oz. serving = 60 pouches per case
6oz. serving = 40 pouches per case
How many cases of Cool Tropics Slush to a pallet?
80 cases per pallet
Does Welch’s 100% Juice Cup have to be stored in the refrigerator?
No. Welch’s 100% Juice Cup is shelf stable
What are the specifications for Welch’s 100% Juice Cup?
Shelf stable
96/4oz. cups per case
56 cases per pallet
Which products are available for Farm to School?
In the State of New York Welch’s Concord Grape 100% Juice Slush and Welch’s Concord Grape Apple 100% Juice Cup are available for Farm to School
What kind of marketing support is available to promote Cool Tropics Slush and get kids excited?
- Monthly Theme Flyers
- Posters
- Stickers
- Breakfast Coupons
