Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc., Announces Positive Consumer Feedback from Company Sampling of BUZZ BOMB(TM), its New Sublingual Pre-Workout Supplement

Rhea-AI Summary

Aspire Biopharma Holdings (NASDAQ:ASBP) has announced positive consumer feedback for its new pre-workout supplement BUZZ BOMB™. The product features a patent-pending sublingual delivery technology with 50mg of caffeine designed for rapid absorption and immediate effect.

The company has completed initial production in four flavors (Tropical Fruit, Mixed Berry, Peach Mango, and Mocha Coffee) and plans to launch at major fitness conventions in August. BUZZ BOMB™ is packaged in single-serving packets and targets the pre-workout supplement market, projected to reach $27.97 billion by 2030.

CEO Michael Howe indicated this launch represents the first step in Aspire's strategy to leverage its sublingual nano technology, with plans to introduce additional nutraceutical and supplement products while exploring licensing opportunities.

Positive

• Product offers unique rapid delivery technology compared to traditional pre-workout supplements
• Initial production completed with four flavor varieties
• Targeting growing pre-workout market projected to reach $27.97B by 2030
• Received positive testimonials from fitness professionals and consumers
• Low manufacturing and packaging costs with high margin potential

Negative

• Limited caffeine content (50mg) compared to traditional pre-workout supplements
• New entrant in highly competitive pre-workout supplement market
• No established market presence or distribution channels yet

Insights

Consumer Products Analyst

Aspire's BUZZ BOMB launch enters competitive pre-workout market with differentiated delivery technology, but faces established competition despite positive early feedback.

Aspire Biopharma is entering the $28 billion pre-workout supplement market with BUZZ BOMB, leveraging its sublingual nano technology as its key differentiator. The product contains 50mg of caffeine delivered via under-the-tongue powder packets, claiming to provide nearly instant energy compared to traditional pre-workout drinks that require mixing and 20-30 minute activation times.

The company has completed initial production in four flavors (Tropical Fruit, Mixed Berry, Peach Mango, and Mocha Coffee) and plans formal launches at fitness conventions in August where they'll reach approximately 50,000 potential customers. While the curated testimonials from trainers and users highlight the product's convenience and rapid onset, these represent a small, company-selected sample rather than broad market validation.

The 5.9% CAGR projected for the pre-workout market indicates healthy sector growth, but Aspire faces entrenched competition from established brands with loyal followings. BUZZ BOMB's differentiation comes primarily through delivery method rather than formulation innovation—at 50mg caffeine, it contains significantly less caffeine than many competitors (which often range from 150-300mg per serving).

This product represents the first commercial application of Aspire's patent-pending technology, with management indicating plans for additional consumer products in nutraceutical and supplement categories. The press release positions BUZZ BOMB as both a direct revenue generator and a showcase for potential licensing opportunities with established companies, suggesting a dual commercialization strategy.

While convenient packaging and rapid onset could appeal to certain consumer segments, the product will need to overcome skepticism in a market where consumers often equate effectiveness with ingredient quantity rather than absorption efficiency. The company's manufacturing and packaging approach reportedly offers competitive pricing with high margin potential, but no specific revenue projections or pricing details are provided.

Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Analyst

Aspire's sublingual delivery technology shows market application potential, but limited scientific validation and competitive differentiation raise questions.

The core technology behind BUZZ BOMB represents an interesting application of sublingual delivery systems to the fitness supplement market. Aspire claims its nano technology enables faster absorption of caffeine directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system for quicker onset of effects. While sublingual delivery is established science (used in various medications), the press release provides minimal details about the specific technological innovation or how their "patent-pending" approach differs from existing sublingual delivery systems.

The press release mentions "over a decade of scientific research" behind the formulation but provides no references to clinical studies, bioavailability data, or comparative absorption metrics against traditional delivery methods. This absence of quantifiable performance data is notable in an industry where scientific validation is increasingly important for premium positioning.

From a formulation perspective, BUZZ BOMB appears relatively simple, with caffeine (50mg) as the primary active ingredient. This positions it at the lower end of the caffeine spectrum for pre-workout supplements, which typically contain 150-300mg per serving. The company doesn't mention other common pre-workout ingredients like amino acids, creatine, beta-alanine, or nitric oxide precursors, suggesting they're emphasizing delivery technology over comprehensive formulation.

The broader strategy of leveraging this delivery platform for additional nutraceutical and supplement products shows potential for technology application across multiple product categories. However, without more technical details about the proprietary aspects of their sublingual nano technology, it's difficult to assess how defensible their IP position is or how significant the absorption advantages might be compared to conventional delivery methods.

While the testimonials suggest user satisfaction with onset time, the release lacks quantifiable data on absorption rates, bioavailability improvements, or duration of effect—metrics that would provide investors clearer insight into the technology's competitive advantages.

• Early positive consumer testimonials from initial Company product sampling

• Sublingual nano technology delivers caffeine rapidly to the bloodstream, bringing its unique benefits to the pre-workout market

• Developed through over a decade of scientific research to deliver a patent-pending, fast-acting supplement formulation for maximum effect

• Completed initial production in four flavors

• Aspire to launch BUZZ BOMB™ at the FITCON and Fit Expo conventions in August

ESTERO, FL AND NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / July 9, 2025 / Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:ASBP) ("Aspire" or the "Company"), developer of a multi-faceted patent-pending supplement delivery technology, today announced positive initial consumer feedback from the Company's sampling of its sublingual pre-workout supplement, BUZZ BOMB™. Featuring 50mg of caffeine and designed to support sustained energy and mental focus, BUZZ BOMB™ is bringing its unique delivery technology benefits to the multi-billion-dollar pre-workout market to help athletes and fitness enthusiasts maximize their performance potential. Buzz Bomb™ provides nearly instant energy, in easy-to-use small sublingual packets, which can be taken right before and during work out as needed.

Last month, BUZZ BOMB™ began a soft launch of its product line, introducing it to strength trainers, consultants, and fitness professionals. Aspire sees BUZZ BOMB™ as more than just another supplement; it is a science-driven brand focused on understanding nutrition, performance, and the daily needs of athletes and fitness enthusiasts. BUZZ BOMB™ is a pre-workout solution that boosts endurance, energy metabolism, and overall performance, primarily through caffeine, a well-researched ingredient shown to enhance fitness results. Unlike pre-workout products that are mixed with water and taken well before a workout, BUZZ BOMB is sprinkled under the tongue for immediate effect.

TESTEMONIALS

"As a professional trainer, I have used Buzz Bomb to enhance my own workouts, and I will recommend it to all my clients as soon as it is available. When clients feel more energy and are more successful with their workout, it reflects well on me as a trainer, and they want to keep up their training with me. It will be a win-win for both of us!
Grace M.
Professional Trainer & Body Building Competitor

"I love Buzz Bomb! I can take it at the gym right before my workout. By the time I get my spinning shoes on, I'm good-to-go! It makes the workout so much easier.
Jennifer C.
Insurance Rep & Mother of Three

"I've seen a lot of pre-workout products in my gym, but this is the one I plan to recommend the most. It's the fastest and easiest to use. No messy liquids, mixing or waiting around for it to kick in."
London S.
Gym Owner

Aspire has started initial production of BUZZ BOMB™. The product is packaged in single serving packets for easy on-the-go use. Consumers will have a choice of four BUZZ BOMB™ flavors, including Tropical Fruit, Mixed Berry, Peach Mango, and Mocha Coffee, sold in 30 unit-packs.

"BUZZ BOMB™ is a key first step in our strategy to leverage the full potential of our sublingual nano technology. Our goal is to create a healthy, transformational, next-generation pre-workout brand," said Michael Howe, Chief Executive Officer of Aspire. "The feedback from our initial product sampling with consumers, as recounted by numerous testimonials, has been very positive and encouraging. We learned that whether you're hitting the gym, the trail, or just need to show up strong for your day, BUZZ BOMB™ delivers energy very quickly in a convenient easy-to-use single serving packet. We believe this brand has the potential to become a go-to energy supplement for athletes as well as consumers seeking an energy boost that fits their lifestyle requirements."

Howe added, "We are excited about launching BUZZ BOMB™ at two of the major fitness conventions in early August. Aspire will be an event sponsor at both conferences where over 50,000 people interested in health, fitness optimization, nutrition, and overall well-being will be able to taste, sample, and experience the BUZZ BOMB™ pre-workout supplement."

Howe concluded, "Aspire plans to follow up the launch of BUZZ BOMB™ with several other consumer products in the nutraceutical and supplement categories. These products have the potential to generate revenue for Aspire while we evaluate licensing opportunities with established companies in these industries."

BUZZ BOMB™ Pre-workout Benefits:

• Speed - works nearly immediate vs. 20-30 minutes

• Convenience - easy to use single-use packets vs. mixing and measuring for beverages

• Energy management - use as needed to precisely manage caffeine intake

• Single Safe Active Ingredient - well-known benefits and use of caffeine

• Low manufacturing & packaging costs - competitive pricing with high margin potential

Pre-workout Supplements Market & Growth Drivers

According to Research and Market Reports recent report, "The global pre-workout supplements market size is expected to reach $27.97 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 5.9% from 2025 to 2030."

About the Aspire Targeted Oral Delivery Platform

Aspire's technology delivers fast-acting supplement formulations which have been developed by using our patent-pending methodology, and "trade secret" process. The technology's new mechanism of action allows for rapid sublingual absorption. The benefits of "rapid absorption" are to provide rapid impact in more precise quantities.

About Aspire Biopharma, Inc.

Headquartered in Estero, Fl., Aspire Biopharma has developed a disruptive technology that can deliver supplements and drugs rapidly and precisely. For more information, please visit www.aspirebiolabs.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

Certain statements made in this communication are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the safe harbor provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements may generally be identified by the use of words such as "estimate," "projects," "expects," "anticipates," "forecasts," "plans," "intends," "believes," "seeks," "may," "will," "would," "should," "future," "propose," "potential," "target," "goal," "objective," "outlook" and variations of these words or similar expressions (or the negative versions of such words or expressions) are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the financial position, business strategy and the plans and objectives of management for future operations. These statements are based on various assumptions, whether or not identified in this communication, and on the current expectations of Aspire's management and are not predictions of actual performance. These forward-looking statements are provided for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as and must not be relied on by any investor as a guarantee, an assurance, a prediction or a definitive statement of fact or probability. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, conditions or results, and involve a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other important factors, many of which are outside the control of the parties, that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc.

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FAQ

What is BUZZ BOMB™ and how does it differ from other pre-workout supplements?

BUZZ BOMB™ is a sublingual pre-workout supplement containing 50mg of caffeine that dissolves under the tongue for nearly instant effect, unlike traditional supplements that require mixing with water and 20-30 minutes to take effect.

When will Aspire Biopharma (NASDAQ:ASBP) launch BUZZ BOMB™?

Aspire plans to officially launch BUZZ BOMB™ at FITCON and Fit Expo conventions in August 2025, where over 50,000 potential customers can sample the product.

What flavors will BUZZ BOMB™ pre-workout supplement be available in?

BUZZ BOMB™ will be available in four flavors: Tropical Fruit, Mixed Berry, Peach Mango, and Mocha Coffee, sold in 30 unit-packs.

How does BUZZ BOMB's sublingual delivery technology work?

The sublingual nano technology allows the caffeine to be absorbed directly through the tissue under the tongue, delivering it rapidly to the bloodstream for nearly immediate effect, unlike traditional pre-workout supplements that require digestion.

What are Aspire Biopharma's future plans beyond BUZZ BOMB™?

Aspire plans to launch several other consumer products in the nutraceutical and supplement categories while exploring licensing opportunities with established companies in these industries.