GoodnatureIn Episode 6, the Goodnature juice gang discusses the various ways to preserve juice and extend shelf life, JK Juices testing ascorbic acid in their podcast, how to talk to customers about the sugar content of juice, making juice pulp dog biscuits, composting, deciding whether or not to serve gluten in your juice bar, and more.
Juice Shelf Life & Juice Pulp Ideas | Goodnature Radio 6Goodnature2022-10-14 | In Episode 6, the Goodnature juice gang discusses the various ways to preserve juice and extend shelf life, JK Juices testing ascorbic acid in their podcast, how to talk to customers about the sugar content of juice, making juice pulp dog biscuits, composting, deciding whether or not to serve gluten in your juice bar, and more.
0:00 Intro and event discussion 20:58 Shelf life, preservatives, JK juices and ascorbic acidOrganic Certification - Is it worth it? Pros and cons of becoming USDA certified organic.Goodnature2023-08-25 | Many juice bars know the importance of serving organic products. Is it worth it to go through the trouble of being USDA certified organic? Learn all about the pros and cons of organic, as well as the process of getting certified.
0:00 Eating off the land 6:25 Intro 11:14 Glass bottle announcement 12:46 Pros and cons of being organic certified 27:09 Being transparent about non organic 32:40 Different types of organic certifications 37:40 Certification process 40:52 Organic cleaning products
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProJuice Bar Customer Service and Handling Complaints, Online and In PersonGoodnature2023-08-18 | Hospitality philosophy, customer service, training staff, and how to manage customer complaints both in person and online.
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0:00 - Choice juice bar destroyed in Lahaina fires 4:16 - Hospitality philosophy 9:55 - Hiring the right people 17:51 - Training staff in customer service 22:35 - Handling public social media complaints
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProExtending Shelf Life of Cold Pressed JuiceGoodnature2023-08-11 | In this episode of Goodnature Radio the team takes an extremely deep dive into the world of juice preservation. We discuss every possible way to extend the shelf life of juice. Equipment, processing methods, preservatives, everything!
0:00 intro 3:40 Goodnature history with pasteurization and shelf life 6:45 Time and temperature abuse 13:04 Bringing temp down quickly and health inspections 18:44 How long should we be trying to extend shelf life? 20:20 Proper equipment for good shelf life 23:52 Acidity and how it affects shelf life 34:55 Chemical preservatives 40:28 Processing methods (HPP, Pasteurization, UV) 1:09:06 Extending shelf life vs producing more juice 1:15:26 Freezing juice to extend shelf life
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProSourcing Produce and Working with DistributorsGoodnature2023-08-04 | In Episode 27 of Goodnature radio we dive into how to source fresh produce and work with distributors, how to use order guides and par levels, negotiating with distributors, and more.
Getting scammed: 0:00 Intro song: 3:12 Sourcing produce from a distributor: 6:15 Quality Control - 13:49 Getting discounts goods - 15:60 Dealing with shortages - 18:07 Reordering, using order guides and par levels - 19:54 Understanding distributor business model - 24:49 Value added services - 28:09 Pricing changes and negotiating - 30:54
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProJuice Marketing Tips and Defining Core ValuesGoodnature2023-07-28 | Industry experts offering their insights into the do's and don'ts of marketing a juice business.
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProAudience Questions - Juicing herbs, juicing watermelon, using beverage dispensersGoodnature2023-07-21 | This podcast is brought to you by Goodnature, the world leader in cold pressed juice machines and juice bar consulting, founded by my father in 1976 in Buffalo, NY.
If you would like to send us a voicemail for us to respond to and play on the air head over to Goodnature.com/radio, or send us a question by email radio@goodnature.com.
Join in on the discussion on the Goodnature Juicing Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/407299067217191Juice vs Smoothies - How to respond to customersGoodnature2023-07-14 | Juice bar customers often object to juice because they say it lacks fiber, is too high in sugar, wasteful, or other reasons. Learn more about the differences between juice and smoothies and how to respond to those objections.
If you would like to send us a comment or question by leaving us a voice message to play on the air head over to Goodnature.com/radio. That’s also where you can request a free consultation with our juicing experts, and download valuable resources.
Join in on the discussion on the Goodnature Juicing Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/407299067217191How Much to Charge for JuiceGoodnature2023-06-21 | 0:00 - Intro 4:05 - Figuring out food cost 11:06 - How to factor in labor cost 16:44 - Setting a price target 21:35 - Adjusting ingredients to hit price 26:35 - Don’t charge the same for all recipes 31:30 - Using ingredients that have stable costs 35:25 - Summary
In this episode of Goodnature Radio, the team discusses how to figure out how much to actually charge for a bottle of juice, smoothie, or other item in your juice business. We go over basics such as how to calculate food cost, how to set price targets, and more.
In this video Charlie gives an overview of how to use the marketplace, and an overview of the initial brands on the marketplace.
Goodnature Radio will be taking a break for Charlie's paternity leave.
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnaturePro[Lost Episode] Plant Based Milk Options That Arent Almond Milk | Goodnature Radio 13Goodnature2023-05-09 | Episode 13 of Goodnature Radio was meant to be published 5 months ago, but it was accidentally set as "unlisted" here on YouTube!
Ari gives his overview on how to make the various types of plant based milks including almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, tiger nut milk, pumpkin seed milk, and more. We take audience questions about promoting juice cleanses, building a website, and adding CBD to juice.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProThe Benefits of Sea Moss in Juice | Goodnature Radio 22Goodnature2023-05-05 | In episode 22 we discuss how juice bars are driving profitability with sea moss gel, how to deal with juice becoming discolored, pushing profitable products, and more.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProThe Truth About Spirulina | Goodnature Radio 21Goodnature2023-04-14 | 10:37 JuiceCon update 13:55 bottling smoothies in bulk 20:57 spirulina research 26:10 marketplace update 31:00 using fresh herbs in juice 39:38 selling juice to hotels and restaurants 45:25 virtual kitchens 50:58 pro tips 55:17 Ari’s motivational speech
In Episode 21 we have a full agenda of updates and juice bar topics. Charlie has been doing spirulina research and has learned a lot about how it’s grown and harvested. We have narrowed down the venue and dates for the next JuiceCon. Ari gives advice on how to incorporate using fresh herbs in raw juice. We discuss selling to restaurants and hotels, and much more!
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProExpo West 2023 Recap (New Trends in Health Food) | Goodnature Radio 20Goodnature2023-03-19 | 4:55 M-1 and X-1 Mini Sale update 6:22 Expo West highlights and new trends in the industry 23:15 Goodnature Marketplace update 25:48 Selling other brands of drinks in your juice bar that aren't juice 27:42 Powdered green drink vs fresh juice 31:00 Filling juice all the way to the top of the bottle or leaving an air gap 33:30 Juice turning to gel with certain ingredients 37:50 What is the longest shelf life you can get from raw juice? 39:38 Pro tips
Ari answers the popular question - Should I be filling my juice bottles all the way to the top or leaving an air gap? Charlie gives his recap on his trip last week to expo west including new trends in the health food industry, and which trends seems to be fading away. We take an audience question regarding selling 3rd party non-juice items in your juice bar. Charlie gives an update on the Goodnature Marketplace.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProWhy I Closed One of My Juice Bars | Goodnature Radio #19Goodnature2023-03-05 | In Episode 19 of Goodnature Radio, Olivia tells us about the recent news of Southern Pressed Juicery closing their Charlotte location, why they did it, and how to think about these types of decisions. We also take questions from our listeners and talk a little bit about what customers the Goodnature Marketplace will serve and what types of products will be available. We also talk about how to think about copacking or HPP and what types of businesses might consider it.
Join in on the discussion on the Goodnature Juicing Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/407299067217191The Essential Juice Bar Layout & Equipment | Goodnature Radio 18Goodnature2023-02-10 | 0:00 Olivia’s favorite season 1:57 Gluten free donuts 7:56 Juice bar layout and equipment 26:52 Serving coffee 31:20 Juice pulp ideas 42:32 pro tips
What’s up my juice loverrrrrs, in Episode 18 we go pretty deep into how to properly layout a juice bar and what to think about when purchasing equipment. We take a voicemail about how to utilize juice pulp and discuss different creative juice pulp ideas. We also touch on gluten free donuts and whether or not to serve coffee.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProThe Importance of a Good Juicing Brand | Goodnature Radio 17Goodnature2023-01-27 | In Episode 17 of Goodnature radio, the team takes some questions from our audience on HACCP and discusses the details of how to understand the rules regarding transporting and bottling. Olivia announces her new Goodnature event she's planning for this spring. The Goodnature brothers discuss the new Goodnature mission statement and why it's important to have a good brand. We also talk about a general decline in juice sales since the pandemic and how to handle it.
If you would like to send us a comment or question by leaving us a voice message to play on the air head over to Goodnature.com/radio. That’s also where you can request a free consultation with our juicing experts, and download valuable resources.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProHow to Sell More Juice Cleanses | Goodnature Radio 16Goodnature2023-01-15 | In Episode 16 we welcome Caroline Watson with Lotus Bowls and Juicery to the podcast to tell her story of how she grew from a farmers market into running a successful brick and mortar juice bar. She recently improved her marketing and was able to go from selling almost no juice cleanses packages to over 250 during a single holiday promotion.
If you would like to send us a comment or question by leaving us a voice message to play on the air head over to Goodnature.com/radio. That’s also where you can request a free consultation with our juicing experts, and download valuable resources.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProBig Beverage Lobbying Practices (Unbelievable) | Goodnature Radio 15Goodnature2023-01-07 | In the first episode of 2023, we discuss the shady ways big beverage influences the government, how to go from juice bar to franchise, shipping juice, and more.
If you would like to send us a comment or question by leaving us a voice message to play on the air head over to Goodnature.com/radio. That’s also where you can request a free consultation with our juicing experts, and download valuable resources.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProWhat to do When Juice Business is Slow | Goodnature Radio 14Goodnature2022-12-17 | In Episode 14 of Goodnature radio, we discuss how a having a strong brand can help guide decisions such as whether or not to serve meat and sandwiches in a juice bar. Also how to interview people for a job, using ingredients that change over time, doing local marketing during slow times in your business, and more.
0:00 Intro 18:09 When juice business is slow
We will be off next week for Christmas. Happy holidays!
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProPlanning a Made-to-Order Cold-Pressed Juice Program | Goodnature Radio 12Goodnature2022-12-02 | In Episode 12 of Goodnature Radio the team answers a Facebook question about executing a made-to-order juice menu with a real juice press, whether or not to form a separate business for a 2nd location, calculating nutrients for menu items in a food service business, and more.
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Request consulting or leave us a message: goodnature.com/radio Join in on the discussion on the Goodnature Juicing Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/407299067217191Olivia Esquivel on Customer Complaints In the Juice Bar - Goodnature Radio ClipsGoodnature2022-11-21 | Olivia Esquivel on Customer Complaints In the Juice Bar
This excerpt was taken from Goodnature Radio #11. Check out the full episode for more! youtu.be/wve7127PISw
0:00 Intro 5:20 Customer service complaintsChef Ari on Preparing for Produce Shortages - Goodnature Radio ClipsGoodnature2022-11-21 | Chef Ari on Preparing for Produce Shortages in the Juice Bar
This excerpt was taken from Goodnature Radio #11. Check out the full episode for more! youtu.be/wve7127PISw
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProDealing With Customer Service Complaints | Goodnature Radio 11Goodnature2022-11-18 | In Episode 11 of Goodnature radio, the team discusses how to turn a customer complaint into a happy customer, dealing with produce shortages and costs increase to prepare for seasonal changes, a new lettuce shortage warning, using natural preservatives, and introducing a new segment we are calling Pro Tips.
GNR will be off next week in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProOlivia Esquivel on Educating Customers In the Juice Bar - Goodnature Radio ClipsGoodnature2022-11-14 | This excerpt was taken from Goodnature Radio #10. Check out the full episode for more! youtu.be/UzTfHDA7S5k
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProWinter-Friendly Juice Business Menu Items - Goodnature Radio ClipsGoodnature2022-11-14 | Looking to refresh your menu for the upcoming season? Chef Ari gives some great ideas on what types of produce to use and milks to make to craft a great winter menu at your juice bar!
This excerpt was taken from Goodnature Radio #9. Check out the full episode for more! youtu.be/CWbHjZeBxZ8
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProHow to Educate Juice Customers In-Store | Goodnature Radio 10Goodnature2022-11-11 | 0:00 Intro 2:42 Wild Crafted Collection adaptogens overview 6:55 Holiday consulting packages 11:05 The return of Juice Served Here 24:44 JMA and Customer Education
In Episode 10 we review the announcement of the relaunch of Juice Served Here (for real this time), talk about the history of the company, and discuss their new business model. We take a question from our audience about what happened to the JMA, and how we can educate our customers better.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProHow Goodnature Was Founded (from Founder Dale Wettlaufer)Goodnature2022-11-11 | The Founder of Goodnature, Dale Wettlaufer tells the founding story of Goodnature, along with funny memories of running the business over 40 years ago.
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProUsing Smart Fridges (Deep Dive for Businesses) | Goodnature Radio 9Goodnature2022-11-04 | Intro 0:00 Smart fridge deep dive 4:38 Clean Juice goes HPP 35:15 Holiday menu items and offerings 52:00 Selling sea moss products 1:00:20
Ashley Swanson Torres (founder of Veg’n Out juice bar near Orlando, FL) joins us to discuss her experience using smart coolers to expand her business. We also discuss a recent change in a major juice bar brand to go from in-store juicing to HPP, how to get ready for the holiday season with a new menu, and utilizing sea moss by adding it to smoothies and selling it was a separate menu item.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProA Juice Vending Machine That Actually Works?! | Goodnature Radio 8Goodnature2022-10-28 | Intro 0:00 Switch to 12 oz. bottles 3:16 Smart fridge vending machines 10:56 Marketing what can juice "do" for me 31:54 Growing from home business to storefront 40:12 Updated press chamber on X-1 Mini 49:23 Cleaning equipment and produce 51:00 Using preservatives in raw juice 59:19
In Episode 8 we discuss a new smart fridge that works for stocking and selling raw juice, follow up with Kaitlin Soto (Flourish Juice Co) on how the switch went to 12 oz. glass bottles, growing from a home juice business to brick and mortar, and more.
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProHPP and UV Pasteurization in Juice | Goodnature Radio 7Goodnature2022-10-21 | Intro 0:00 Olivia's FOH juice bar consulting packages 3:30 Flourish Juice Co switching from 16oz to 12oz bottles 10:49 HACCP plan for farmers market juice business 19:41 HPP pasteurization nutrients vs raw 28:57 UV pasteurization for cold pressed juice 39:40 Chemical preservatives that aren't on the label 45:40 Tricky labeling in the juice industry 56:24
In Episode 7 we do a deep dive into HPP and UV pasteurization, discussing the technologies and availability to juice businesses, as well as how some companies use confusing marketing and don't always put everything on the label. We also discuss brands switching to 12 oz bottles from 16 oz due to rising costs. And as always, much more. Featuring Eric Wettlaufer.
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProJK Juices Ascorbic Acid ClarificationGoodnature2022-10-17 | Last week on Goodnature Radio I said that JK Juices posted that they are adding ascorbic acid to their juice. I wanted to clarify that they were just running an experiment and don't add it to the juices they sell.Eric Wettlaufer on Raising Prices - Goodnature Radio ClipsGoodnature2022-10-12 | This excerpt was taken from Goodnature Radio episode #5. Check out the full episode for more! youtu.be/EegPQ2mkAHc
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Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProMaking Oat Milk In-House | Goodnature Radio 5Goodnature2022-10-07 | In Episode 5 of Goodnature Radio we take questions from the audience and do a deep dive on house made oat milk and making it stretch for espresso drinks, running a home juice business, how and when to raise prices, and more. Featuring special guest Eric Wettlaufer (Goodnature CEO).
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Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnaturePro Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com.GNR Interviews - Nori Ko runs ultra marathons and travels around Japan in his juicing vanGoodnature2022-10-05 | Nori is the founder and operator of Sunshine Juice in japan. He's a plant-powered endurance athlete, and now travels around Japan in his juicing van teaching communities about the power of juice and eating plants.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProThe Importance of Having a Chef at Juice Bars | Goodnature Radio 4Goodnature2022-09-30 | In this episode of Goodnature Radio we talk in depth about the very special knowledge a trained chef has, and why you need think about your juice bar as a restaurant. We also talk about working with the health department and calculating cost of goods.
Become part of the #goodnaturefamily at https://goodnature.com. Instagram: instagram.com/goodnaturePro Facebook: facebook.com/goodnatureProGlass vs Plastic Juice Bottles | Goodnature Radio 3Goodnature2022-09-23 | To leave us a voice message to play on the podcast, or request a free consultation for juice business consulting, visit goodnature.com/radio.
In episode 3 we talk about how to decide on if plastic or glass bottles are right for your juice business, the important of lists and logs, merit raise increases for staff, and more.
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In Episode 2 of Goodnature Radio we talk in depth about sports nutrition, take audience questions, and Charlie plays his new theme song.
Holding a degree in Kinesiology from the University of New Hampshire, Annie complimented her degree with a certification from The Institute of Integrative Nutrition in NYC. Annie is a former D-1 volleyball player and is the founder and operator of The Balanced Bee, a successful juice bar and bone broth restorative.