Albertsons Cos. Sources Puffcorn Brand

Albertsons Cos. will soon stock puffcorn snack brand Like Air nationally in more than 1,500 stores across retail banners including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, and Shaw's. The snack maker won first place in the retailer’s 2023 Innovation Launchpad Competition.

"We are always looking for new and innovative products to enhance our customers' shopping experience," said Jim Foltz, VP of business ventures at Albertsons Cos, in a statement. "The addition of Like Air to our product assortment aligns nicely with our commitment to offering a diverse range of premium snacks, and we are excited to welcome them to our stores."

Like Air is a low-calorie popcorn without hulls and kernels, made with non-GMO corn and free from artificial ingredients, flavors, and preservatives.

"We are thrilled to partner with Albertsons to make our puffcorn available to consumers nationwide," said Allison Lin, co-founder of Like Air, in a statement. "This collaboration marks a significant milestone for us, and we are confident that the convenience and accessibility provided by Albertsons Cos. will introduce our snacks to a broader audience."

Image: Like Air