Hammond's cookies

Company: Hammond’s Brands

Introduced: February 2019

Distribution: National

Suggested Retail: $5.99

Product Snapshot: Hammond's Brands, the parent company of Hammond's Candies, has announced additions for 2019. They will be expanding into the snacking category with a collection of rich, buttery, bite-sized tea cookies.

Hammond's cookies will be available in February 2019 in four flavors: Lemon Raspberry, Salted Caramel, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Chip. A fifth seasonal flavor, Chocolate Peppermint, will be added to the collection for holiday 2019. Each flavor comes in a 5 oz. box, packed 8 per case, with an MSRP of $5.99.

"We are excited to kick off the new year with these great new products," said Andrew Whisler, Hammond's executive vice president of marketing and business development. "We're especially eager to enter the cookie category, providing consumers with even more high-quality everyday treats. From classic Chocolate Chip to delicious Salted Caramel, there is a flavor to satisfy every sweet tooth."

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