What makes smoothies so popular?

It’s no secret that America has a major problem with obesity, diabetes and heart disease. It’s also clear that people want to eat more mindfully, and are willing to seek healthier alternatives to fast, processed food spiked with sugar, salt and artificial flavorings. And according to a Nielsen study, 88% of those asked, especially the coveted Millennial group, said they would pay more for healthier options.

That shows the desire is there, but there are roadblocks. A Mintel survey’s participants identified the barriers that keep them from reaching their healthy eating goals. Among the reasons: availability of products, time constraints, taste concerns and confusion about what’s healthy.

Planet Smoothie tackles these issues head-on with smoothie choices that are lower in sugar and calories and offer everything from leafy greens to added protein. Planet Smoothie makes it easy for customers to be in and out and on their way in minutes.

About Us

It takes a lot to be called The best tasting smoothie on the Planet!®, and we’re proud of our history, team members, and product innovations. Planet Smoothie is dedicated to the proposition that all smoothies are not created equal. We are focused on delivering great-tasting products in a wide variety of options to fit the unique needs that your taste and lifestyle demand. The Planet Smoothie mission, vision, and values are what drive us to deliver an awesome smoothie experience to you each and every time.

Easy-to-operate business meets consumer demand for a beloved product

• When Planet Smoothie franchise opened its first store in Atlanta more than 20 years ago, smoothies were just a starting trend. Now they are a regular part of everyday life, serving as meal replacements, after-school snacks, post-workout nutrition and more.
• Smoothies work because they are convenient, and can be part of a healthy, active lifestyle. That’s why the smoothie industry has grown dramatically since Planet Smoothie got its start, and why there are countless locations nationwide.
• Planet Smoothie is known for using real fruit and whole foods to provide our guests with a nutritious smoothie. Consumers demand ingredient transparency and healthy alternatives. Whether it’s in smoothies or our line of add-ins and blasts to provide added vitamins and protein, Planet Smoothie delivers.
• “The product is exceptional,” says John Wuycheck, Senior Vice President of Franchise Development. “Our tagline is ‘the best tasting smoothie on the planet,’ and it’s true. We use real fruit and our own zero-calorie, stevia-based sweetener. We also have ‘Blasts’ we can add to your smoothie to help provide even more nutrition, boost energy or help recuperate from exercise. Our menu is extremely flexible to meet the unique preferences of each guest. With different retail formats and single- and multi-unit franchise programs, our business concept is flexible, too.”
• That ability to meet consumers where they are and with a business model that’s affordable and easy to operate is why Planet Smoothie owners have had success in shopping centers, mall food courts, convenience stores, and even kiosks. It’s also why there are a growing number of multi-unit franchise owners.