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Sargento, the Wisconsin, US-based family-owned cheese company, has unveiled two new product lines designed to tap into growing consumer demand for bold flavours, convenient snacking and protein-rich on-the-go options.

The launches include Hot & Spicy Sliced Cheeses – available in Sweet, Smoky and Intense heat levels – and Balanced Breaks Cheese + Crunch Mixes, the company’s first snack packs pairing natural cheese with seasoned crunchy mixes.

“With consumers increasingly seeking adventurous flavours and convenient snacking options, these innovations give them new ways to explore trending tastes while delivering the high-quality, natural cheese we’re known for,” said Erin Price, Sargento general manager of consumer products.

The Hot & Spicy range includes Mango Habanero Jack, Smoky Hot Colby-Jack and Carolina Reaper Jack, aimed at providing varying spice levels for sandwiches, wraps and burgers.

Balanced Breaks combines cheeses like Monterey Jack, Colby-Jack and Medium Cheddar with flavour-forward snack mixes – Buffalo Ranch, Sour Cream & Chive and Smoky & Sweet BBQ – offering 7-8g of protein per pack.

These product introductions reflect Sargento’s strategy to leverage flavour innovation, convenience and protein content to expand share in both the dairy case and snacking occasions, particularly among younger consumers and those seeking bold, spicy flavours.

Market research indicates that over 50% of consumers express interest in spicy foods, with Gen Z leading the trend.

The new lines are expected to be available nationwide by spring 2026 in select retailers, reinforcing Sargento’s presence in the natural cheese category while addressing shifting consumer habits around portable snacking, indulgence and flavour exploration.