Nestlé USA and Jamba Announce Suspension of Jamba Ready-to-Drink Products

  
    
  
  
    
      Nestlé USA, part of Nestlé, S.A., the world’s largest food and beverage 
      company, and Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ: JMBA; 
      NASDAQ: JMBAU; NASDAQ: JMBAW), 
      the leading blender of fruit and other naturally healthy ingredients, 
      today announced that they are voluntarily suspending production and 
      shipments of the Jamba Ready-to-Drink beverages introduced earlier this 
      year due to production issues.
    
    
      “We have made the difficult decision to suspend production and shipments 
      of our Jamba Ready-to-Drink Smoothies and Juicies,” said Rob Case, 
      president, Nestlé USA Beverage Division. “We have faced challenges 
      recently with manufacturing on a consistent basis, resulting in 
      inventory and out-of-stock issues. This is particularly disappointing 
      given the strong reception we have received from consumers and customers 
      alike. We at Nestlé are fully committed to re-assessing our Jamba 
      Ready-to-Drink beverage proposition so that we can come back stronger 
      and positioned for success in the future.”
    
    
      “Since the launch of Ready-to-Drink six months ago, Jamba carved out a 
      firm foothold in the super-premium juice category, said James White, 
      president and Chief Executive Officer, Jamba, Inc. “Customer sell-in and 
      feedback exceeded expectations, and the six SKUs all rank among the top 
      in the category for consumption. While this is an unfortunate event, 
      this suspension will provide the opportunity to evaluate new 
      manufacturing solutions which could enable the Jamba brand to secure an 
      even stronger position in ready-to-drink beverages.”
    
    
      Jamba Smoothies and Jamba Juicies have been available in grocery and 
      convenience stores throughout California, Oregon, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, 
      Idaho, Washington and Colorado.
    
    
      About Nestlé USA
    
    
      Named one of “America’s Most Admired Food Companies” in Fortune 
      magazine for the eleventh consecutive year, Nestlé USA provides quality 
      brands and products that bring flavor to life every day. From nutritious 
      meals with LEAN CUISINE® to baking traditions with NESTLÉ® 
      TOLL HOUSE®, Nestlé USA makes delicious, convenient, and 
      nutritious food and beverage products that enrich the very experience of 
      life itself. That’s what “Nestlé. Good Food, Good Life” is all about. 
      Nestlé USA, with 2007 sales of $8.25 billion, is part of Nestlé 
      S.A. in Vevey, Switzerland — the world’s largest food company — with 
      sales of $90 billion. For product news and information, visit Nestléusa.com 
      or NestléNewsroom.com.
    
    
      About Jamba, Inc.
    
    
      Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ:JMBA; NASDAQ:JMBAU; NASDAQ:JMBAW) is a holding 
      company and through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Jamba Juice Company, 
      owns and franchises JAMBA JUICE® stores. JAMBA JUICE is the 
      leading blender of fruit and other naturally healthy ingredients. 
      Founded in 1990, Jamba strives to inspire and simplify healthy living 
      for its customers and employees. As of October 7, 2008, JAMBA JUICE had 
      749 stores, of which 520 were company-owned and operated. For the 
      nearest location or a complete menu including our breakfast smoothies 
      with organic granola, please call: 1-866-4R-FRUIT or visit the JAMBA 
      JUICE website at www.jamba.com.
    
    
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