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Lindt introduces Tokyo Style Chocolate Matcha Strawberry L indt is showcasing Tokyo Style Chocolate Matcha Strawberry, a creation inspired by the artistry and precision of Japanese tea traditions. It offers a refined interpretation of the global matcha trend for travel retail, combining Lindt’s chocolate-making expertise with culturally rooted inspiration. Creamy white Lindt chocolate is combined with high-quality matcha, fruity strawberry pieces and crispy Genmai rice, delivering a distinctive balance of flavour and texture. Developed in response to growing demand for premium, culturally inspired flavour experiences, the creation reflects Lindt’s continued focus on innovation within the channel. It builds on the success of Lindt Dubai Style Chocolate, while reinforcing Lindt’s pioneering role to launch Matcha Strawberry in premium chocolate within the Global Travel Retail channel. With this new introduction, Lindt remains committed to elevating the confectionery category through trend-led, premium product development in travel retail. Basement 2 / 2-U2 J T International is unveiling the first Mevius limited-edition – a new release themed ‘Flavors of Asia’ – bringing together five distinctive capsule variants in one collectible design. Inspired by the richness and diversity of Asian cultures, this special edition invites consumers on a sensory journey that goes beyond the ordinary. Each capsule is carefully curated to reflect unique flavour profiles, capturing the vibrancy and character of the region in a modern, engaging format. As a debut limited-edition, it elevates the brand’s visual expression while introducing a more dynamic way to experience variety. Bringing multiple capsule options into a single carton, it encourages exploration and personalisation, allowing consumers to discover different flavour expressions at their own pace. Blending innovation with cultural inspiration, ‘Flavors of Asia’ delivers a refined and immersive experience, reimagining how flavour, design, and storytelling come together in a single purchase. Mevius ‘Flavors of Asia’ will be available fromMay 2026 in Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Maldives and on Asia cruises. Basement 2 / 2-Z34 JT I nternat i ona l l aunches Mev i us l imi ted - ed i t i on ‘ F l avors o f As i a’ Prev i ew May 2026 27 T F W A D A I L Y