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Dole Food Company is shaking up the pineapple category with the introduction of its new Colada Royale Pineapple, a product 15 years in the making.

This innovative variety, which offers a unique flavour profile reminiscent of coconut and piña colada, will debut at the upcoming IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show from October 16-18, 2025, before hitting supermarket shelves across North America later this month.

The Colada Royale is a product of Dole's extensive research and development efforts at its oldest Latin American pineapple farm in La Ceiba, Honduras.

This conventionally bred variety features a striking gold to green exterior and a creamy interior, designed to provide consumers with a premium tropical experience.

According to Bil Goldfield, director of communications at Dole, the aim was to disrupt the pineapple market by introducing a fruit that combines natural growing techniques with unexpected flavours.

“This new variety is not just a novelty; it represents our long-term strategy to enhance the appeal of pineapples and attract a broader consumer base,” he commented. “With the Colada Royale, we are setting a new standard for premium fresh pineapples, aligning with our upcoming 125th anniversary celebrations in 2026.”

In addition to its indulgent flavour, the Colada Royale pineapple boasts enhanced nutritional benefits. A single serving contains two and a half times more vitamin B6 than standard varieties, supporting brain health, immune function and metabolism.

Dole is also launching five original recipes curated by its nutrition and wellness manager, Melanie Marcus, to inspire culinary creativity among consumers and foodservice operators alike.

These recipes will be available as a free digital download, highlighting Dole's commitment to providing value-added resources to its partners in the food and beverage industry.

Dole's introduction of the Colada Royale is accompanied by a pledge to reinvest a portion of proceeds into community initiatives in La Ceiba. This includes the establishment of a community center for farm workers and their families, which will offer healthcare, language classes and vocational training.

The Colada Royale Pineapple joins Dole's esteemed line-up of premium pineapple products, including Tropical Gold, Royal Hawaiian Tropical Gold and Organic Fair Trade Certified pineapples.