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You are here: Home / Health / On The Go with Tetra Pak

On The Go with Tetra Pak

By Lindsay 12 Comments

*Disclosure: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tetra Pak. All thoughts and opinions, as always, are my own.

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On The Go with Tetra Pak

I’ve learned a lot about the natural products industry since I began my gluten-free health journey back in 2012. I’ve also learned a lot of terms for different types of packaging and products through my job as a social media consultant for brands. I remember sitting in a meeting a couple years ago with a brand that was launching a new beverage product. There were a lot of questions like:

“Is it shelf stable?”

“What kind of packaging?”

“Is it a Tetra Pak carton?”

I remember the first time hearing the term “Tetra Pak.” I knew exactly what the type of packaging was once I saw it. I had seen it many times in stores and you probably have, too. I just didn’t know there was a proper name for it. Tetra Pak cartons are a type of soft carton and they provide packaging for many different types of popular milks, juices, broths, water, and more. Products that come in Tetra Pak cartons are easy to use on the go and do not require refrigeration.

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Several weeks ago I received an awesome care package from Tetra Pak. The package included several different products that came in Tetra Pak cartons including:

  • Almond Breeze Almond Milk
  • FAWEN Drinkable Soup
  • Flow Water
  • Greater than Water

I was familiar with Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Almond Milk, but I hadn’t heard of any of the other brands before. Drinkable soup? Say what? It was Ready-To-Drink straight from the carton and didn’t require refrigeration. Such an interesting concept! I tried all of the products and especially liked the water. The weather is warm now and I need to stay hydrated because I’m breastfeeding our newborn daughter so these went straight to our diaper bag!

Hydrating.
I have to admit I had not sat and thought a lot about packaging prior to writing this post, but the more I thought about it, the more I realized how many benefits Tetra Pak cartons provide. Here are some of the big ones I see:

1.Refrigeration – Tetra Pak cartons don’t need to be refrigerated until they’re opened. Of course a lot of drinks taste better when they’re cold, but it’s not necessary. This makes them perfect for storing in your car, gym bag, and even earthquake kits. The packaging is also made in a way that preserves the quality, taste, and nutrients in the product without having to use preservatives. Score.

2. Recyclable – Tetra Paks are made using sustainable packaging and mainly made from paper. They also fold flat for recycling purposes.

3. Safe for Kids – This is one I never would have thought of before I had kids, but these cartons are safe for kids to use. I feel comfortable putting a box of milk or almond milk in Toddler Awesome’s preschool lunch box because I know if it goes too long without refrigeration, it’s not a problem. Plus there’s no glass or rough edges so I don’t have to worry about about her cutting her tongue. Seriously, it’s happened. I just remember to include a straw so she doesn’t spill all over herself.

Time to go in the recycle bin.
Companies like Tetra Pak have enabled products like almond milk, milk, juice, and even soup to be consumed on the go and help fuel active lifestyles. I like that I can pack a milk quickly in school lunches or take a water or electrolyte drink to the park. I still like to refrigerate my almond milk and water before I drink it, but it’s nice to know that it won’t spoil if it sits too long unopened. These days as a mom of two it’s all about convenience and Tetra Pak has made it easier for my family and I to have our favorite products on the go.

What about you? Have you ever heard of Tetra Pak? How have these types of cartons fueled your active lifestyle? Post in the comments and let me know!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tetra Pak. The opinions and text are all mine.

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Comments

  1. Kimberly Hatting says

    July 14, 2017 at 1:48 pm

    I didn’t know there was a name for this kind of packaging either! What a great concept 😉

    Reply
  2. Rachel says

    July 14, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    I knew it was called TetraPak, but I didn’t realize they actually sent out the products. Or maybe I misread that. Either way, they’re very convenient!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      July 14, 2017 at 4:57 pm

      Tetra Pak is the packaging and they sent me several products using their packaging to try out. This blog post is a sponsored campaign for Tetra Pak.

      Reply
  3. Wendy says

    July 14, 2017 at 4:02 pm

    I feel like everything I buy is in Tetra Pak, but I’ll admit that I never gave it much thought until I read your post!

    Reply
  4. Zenaida Arroyo says

    July 14, 2017 at 4:49 pm

    I’ve never heard of Tetra Pak but know the concept because my protein shakes come in these packages. I just didn’t know there was a name for it.

    I am curious about the soup. How was it?

    Reply
  5. Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says

    July 14, 2017 at 6:37 pm

    I did not realize the packaging had a formal name. It’s great that there are so many on the go options now though

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  6. Michelle @ Running with Attitude says

    July 14, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    Amazing that I have used so many things that involve Tetra Pak and I had never knew the name!

    Reply
  7. Mary says

    July 14, 2017 at 9:29 pm

    I like having some of the shelf-stable TetraPak products on hand. It’s good in case we run out of, say, soy milk, plus the long shelf life makes them very good for earthquake preparedness.

    Reply
  8. The Accidental Marathoner says

    July 14, 2017 at 10:06 pm

    My protein shakes come in Tetra Paks and I just love them!

    Reply
  9. Nicole @ Fitful Focus says

    July 17, 2017 at 6:54 am

    I’ve never heard of this. Great idea!

    Reply
  10. jljohnson says

    July 17, 2017 at 7:24 am

    I had no idea that was the name for that packaging, but I love it. It makes pouring it into a glass (or “in my Frozen cup Aunt Jamie!”) so much easier!

    Reply
  11. SuzLyfe says

    July 17, 2017 at 7:51 am

    So that’s what they are called! Well, having been around them you know that they work!

    Reply

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