Beachbody released a new chocolate shakeology, again. Not talking about the new superfood formula that came out on August 2012, but the newest customer improved shakeology released December 17th, 2012.
Here is the scoop...
Last summer, the improved chocolate “superfood formula” raised both some positive and negative feedback. Some people thought that when you opened the bag, it wasn’t as pleasant smelling than the previous formula.
The reason Beachbody released the new improved chocolate superfood formula several months ago, was that
they added 4 more superfoods and reduced the sugar, while adding more fiber to the mix. The result, was a
healthier shake, but one that many thought didn’t taste or smell as good as the original chocolate shakeology did.
There were postings on our message boards from both coaches and customers requesting to bring back the old
formula. Some were even losing customers because of this change. Beachbody knew that they couldn’t go back to the old formula because the new one was healthier. However, they could make it taste and smell better. More chocolaty and less earthy that is.
Then, there were others who absolutely loved the new formula and favored it over the old chocolate shakeology.
The shakeology sales were still strong overall and didn’t skip a beat because only the ones who actually new of the old shakeology were the ones having a negative opinion on it. They were the ones who knew the differences from the recent improvements.
Now brings us to the updated new chocolate formula that just released December 17th, 2013.
How Did They Come Up With This New Chocolate Shakeology?
Beachbody asked a panel of 2500 taste testing panelist including both customers and coaches to taste 2 flavors
of chocolate shakeology. Beachbody went back to the drawing board to improve the taste and aroma without
jeopardizing the 70 natural ingredients and superfoods.
Five Key Dimensions Of The New Chocolate Shakeology:
1. Aroma
2. Texture
3. Sweetness
4. Chocolaty(ness)
5. Taste, including aftertaste
My big thing was the taste. I must admit that the “original” or the very first chocolate shakeology was better than the superfood formula that came out early 2012. I liked the original that I was drinking from Feb 2011-August 2012 better.
So after several attempts of trying to like the new formula, I found a recipe that was to die for. I think the most important thing is, is to just find a recipe you like. You can make anything work with the right recipe.
However, because Beachbody always strives to please their customers and coaches, they went back to the
drawing board. The results? They came out with a beautiful new Chocolate Shakeology meal replacement without
changing anything that was improved when they released the superfood formula back in the summer of 2012.
The taste was a quality sweet chocolate taste, and aroma that when you opened up the bag, you new right off the
bat, it was going to be delicious.
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I mentioned the panel of 2500, but I don’t think I mentioned that I was one of them on the panel. They sent each
panelist 2 samples, each a different taste and aroma. The one I chose to be the best one, was the same that the
overwhelming majority of the other panelist also chose.
It was an easy decision for Beachbody to make after so many gave their feedback. It was the sample I remember as
#238. An aroma that when I opened the bag, felt like I was in Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. It wasn’t too rich but just right that you wanted to indulge in it immediately.
What Does The New Chocolate Shakeology Bring To The Table?
Same great formula including superfoods:
- Moringa
- Coconut Flower Nectar
- Luo Han Guo
- Himalayan Salt
Except, better taste and aroma. It reduces the aftertaste, brings out and compliments the chocolate aroma, and
let’s the chocolaty(ness) of the natural cacao to come out and satisfy those taste buds.
How To Make Sure You Get The New Chocolate Shakeology?
If you are already on shakeology HD, and currently get the chocolate superfood formula each month, you don’t have
to do a thing. This is because they will no longer be shipping out the old superfood formula. You will automatically get the new chocolate shakeology!
Are the Nutritional Benefits the Same As the Old Superfood Formula?
Yes, the nutritional benefits are the same, which means it still contains less sugar, more fiber, and the 4 new
superfoods.
New Chocolate Superfood Shakeology VS the Old Superfood Formula Label
They took out the red and white “New Superfood Formula” flag and now have the “GREEN” sticker in front of the packaging.
For the first month, the will be shipping out the shakeology with a sticker that says,”We Heard You. Now Better Tasting. Customer Approved.” Here is also a snapshot of the backside of the new chocolate shakeology label.
As an added incentive, Beachbody will be giving all new shakeology customers the famous Shakeology workout DVD’s($30 value) as an added gift. Limited while supplies last.
As always, Beachbody backs up all their fitness workouts and nutrition with full satisfaction guarantees or your money back. This includes a 30 day money back guarantee with the new chocolate shakeology.
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