This year was a good year to be the king. Despite a down economy and a dismal year for food-service franchising, Smoothie King expanded during 2009 – racking up four key awards this week from key opinion leaders monitoring the franchise business community.

Smoothie King has provided healthy alternatives to the public since 1973. The company continues to support that commitment by announcing the launch of the new Premium Smoothie King line of Vitamins and Supplements that address current American habits.

Smoothie King, the 1973 originator of the nutritional fruit smoothie, is showing its pioneering spirit again by leading the way to making healthy alternatives and high-quality meal replacements available to consumers in Japan.

Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., the originator of the nutritional, fruit-based smoothie, has signed an agreement with the Amer Group to open at least 20 Smoothie King locations in Egypt and Turkey in the next few years.

Despite the global economic downturn, Smoothie King, the originator of the nutritional, fruit-based smoothie, announced recent new store openings that have allowed the company to surpass 600 locations worldwide

Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., announced that its nearly 600 locations across the country are now open at 7 a.m. on weekdays. The expanded hours reflect the country’s demand for quick and healthy breakfast options.

Yerba maté has folks revved up as nature’s latest contribution to the highly functional “superfood” category.

Smoothie King Franchises, Inc. today announced it has posted another record year in new franchise licenses, with a total of 129 signed franchise agreements in 2007.

Cool Drinks & “Brain Freeze” Contests Promote a Healthy Lifestyle.

Smoothie King has ranked #1 in its category for 16 years, and is ranked #67 overall in the top 500 franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine.

Smoothie King is providing inspiration to their guests who strive for a healthy lifestyle and toned figure...

Smoothie King Franchises, Inc. announces Tom Fletcher has been appointed to the position of Chief Operating Officer.

Company Celebrates Nationwide Growth Across 32 States By Giving Free Smoothies to Guests Donating Five Canned Goods at Any Smoothie King on Saturday, Dec. 8

Smoothie King Introduces Line of Superfruit Items, Including Pomegranate Punch Smoothie.

Smoothie King Joins Partnership Taking Aim at Childhood Obesity.

As temperatures keep rising, Smoothie King is driving across the county in a customized van to bring its refreshing and nutritious smoothies to six different states this summer.

Providing the latest in original nutritional products, Smoothie King introduced its private-label Gladiator™ Low Carb Meal Replacement.

Layoffs loom and pensions plummet. But while our sour economy has some businesses backing off not every business is a bust. Sales at Smoothie King are booming despite the fact it’s off season.

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Smoothie King Franchisee Ships Smoothies to Husband, Unit Overseas

After years of stateside success, a Kenner-based fruit drink maker opens its first international franchise in the heart of South Korea's capital city.